Statement

From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://www.pm.gc.ca/)

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Statement by Prime Minister Harper on the death of Private Mark Anthony Graham

September 5, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement on the death of Private Mark Anthony Graham.

“I am profoundly saddened by the news of the death of Private Mark Anthony Graham, who was killed in the line of duty during ongoing operations in Afghanistan.

“On behalf of the Canadian people, I extend my sincerest condolences to Private Graham's family and friends. While Canadians mourn his loss, we can all take comfort in knowing that he did not lose his life in vain. His sacrifice, the ultimate sacrifice, will have helped the local displaced population to return home and be free from the shadow of the Taliban.

“I also extend my wishes for the speedy recovery of those injured during the same incident, and we pray for the safety of those who were affected but who have already rejoined their comrades to complete the mission.

“Our mission in Afghanistan is not without risk, as this tragic loss reminds us, and we fully support the efforts of our men and women in uniform who put their lives on the line daily in service of our country. We thank them for their actions in the name of freedom and democracy.”

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