George Cross for bomb disposal hero Olaf Schmid (From This is Hampshire)
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George Cross for bomb disposal hero Olaf Schmid
5:18pm Thursday 18th March 2010 in
"A LEGENDARY award for my legendary husband"
That was the words of a Hampshire widow after her late husband was awarded the George Cross for his heroics in Afghanistan.
Staff Sgt Olaf Schmid, a bomb disposal expert, was given the posthumous honour at a special London ceremony today.
The 30-year-old, from Harestock, Winchester, made safe 64 devices before he died on the final day of his five-month tour last October.
"I am as proud of my husband as he was magnificent and I'm truly thrilled," said Christina Schmid. "'The George Cross is a fitting tribute to decorate Oz for his outstanding bravery."
Staff Sgt Schmid died instantly after an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated in the Sangrin region of Helmand province. The 30-year-old was serving with the Royal Logistic Corps when he died on October 31, 2009.
Comments(4)
EELS MAN
says...
8:09pm Thu 18 Mar 10
Linesman wrote:I quite agree, what a brave Hero of a chap, he makes you proud to be British.
The word 'hero' is often wrongly used to describe sportsmen and their achievements. Olaf Schmid was a hero in the true meaning of the word. RIP
As I've said before, didn't know you from Adam, but R.I.P peace Olaf & thanks again.
Heartfelt wishes go to your family, it can't be easy, butThanks again.
Condor Man
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10:49pm Thu 18 Mar 10
My View from the Hill
says...
11:40pm Thu 18 Mar 10
Christina Schmid should not only be proud of Olaf but also herself, the way she has conducted herself since her husbands death should be commended.
R.I.P Olaf and Thank You, a true hero.
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Linesman says...
7:06pm Thu 18 Mar 10
Olaf Schmid was a hero in the true meaning of the word.
RIP