Massive Respect to Private Fin Doherty who has followed in the footsteps of his brother Jeff Doherty in joining the Parachute Regiment, Jeff was killed in action against the Taliban in 2008.
His Company Commander, Major Adam Dawson spoke of his potential and talent, “ Pte Doherty was at the top of his game, selected to be lead Scout in his section for his maturity, professionalism and innate talent for soldiering. By very nature of his role, he was always to be found at the front, finding the safe route for his team and using his skills to pathfind through the intricacies of the Helmand Green Zone.”
“He demonstrated all that is dear to the Paratrooper - he was passionate, fit, robust and never one to call time. His boxing talents were also well recognised and he had a formidable reputation in the ring, displaying the same determination that he reflected in his daily soldiering.”
Both pics show Paratrooper Fin 11 years apart, at his own passing out parade yesterday and a short time after the death of his brother.
