| Location | Nuneaton |
| Age | 18 years |
| Cause of Death | In the Line of Duty |
| Date of Birth | 26/12/1990 |
| Date of Death | 16/08/2009 |
| Visitors | 1,312 since 21/08/2009 |
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Fusilier Louis Carter was born in Nuneaton in 1990. He joined the Army in January 2007, and on
successful completion of AFC Harrogate and his infantry training at ITC Catterick, was posted to the
Second Battalion the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers in April 2009. He was always eager and proud to be
a Fusilier and Infantryman.
On arrival in Battalion, Fusilier Carter was immediately sent out to join 3 Platoon, A Company,
attached to the 2 RIFLES Battle Group serving in Sangin, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Despite the
daunting task of deploying straight to a war zone Fusilier Carter adapted himself well to life on
operations and very quickly became a respected and popular member of 2 Section, 3 Platoon. A keen
footballer, rugby player and cricketer he did not have time to establish himself in any of the
Battalion teams. His football form on Op HERRICK 10 suggests he was not far off the mark. He was a
keen Coventry City supporter and whenever possible go and watch his beloved team.
Fusilier Carter's life was tragically cut short when he was killed whilst extracting his section
commander whilst on patrol on the morning of 16 August 2009. It is a testament to this young man's
character that in the face of great danger he died trying to save his fallen commander. A young life
and fledgling career cut short due to his selfless act in trying to save his
8TH NOVEMBER 2009
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..`""-----""`....SENDING MY LOVE ON REMEMBERANCE
SUNDAY.LOVE AS ALWAYS FROM ANNEMARIE AND DAVID XXXXXXXXXXXXX
A soldier never to be fogotten
God Bless You & Your Family
my thoughts and prayers are with you always
thank you for serving our country proud
sleep tight young hero xx
love from a cousin of LCPL James Fullarton
The Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass,
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, you soldier,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and
said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough,
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep,
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear,
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here,
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand,
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand."
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod,
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, you soldier,
You've borne your burdens well,
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."
Be a guiding light
When i heard that you had gone, it broke my heart to hear it. I would never have thought that one of the lads i went to school with, being killed so young.
We never really saw eye to eye, but missing you mate. Always a great laugh you were.
Now you are at peace, and you can be a guiding light to those still in Afghanistan, protect them from further harm please mate, and look over my cousin out there please.
Hero you are, hero to the masses, hero to me. Save us a few seats man, x x x x
My thoughts are with your family & loved ones at theis very sad time.
You were a hero, who died trying to save someone else's life, a fellow local lad too.
All the people of Coventry, Bedworth & Nuneaton are so proud of you all.
R.I.P x
There is discipline in A Soldier
you can see it when he walks,
There is honor in A Soldier
you hear it when he talks.
There is courage in A Soldier
you can see it in his eyes,
There is loyalty in A Soldier
that he will not compromise.
There is something in A Soldier
that makes him stand apart,
There is strength in A Soldier
that beats from his heart.
A Soldier isn't a title any man
can be hired to do,
A Soldier is the soul of that man
buried deep inside of you.
A Soldier's job isn't finished after
an 8 hour day or a 40 hour week,
A Soldier is always A Soldier
even while he sleeps.
A Soldier serves his country first
and his life is left behind,
A Soldier has to sacrifice what
comes first in a civilian's mind.
If you are civilian -
I am saying this to you.....
next time you see A Soldier
remember what they do.
A Soldier is the one that is brave
protecting you .
If you know A Soldier -
I am saying this to you.....
RIP Carter....Gone But Neva Fogotten!!!
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( o_, )` __) `-._) SLEEP.TIGHT. X X
♥ Your life was a blessing your memory a treasure... You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.. ♥
x xxlove halina xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
hello louis,i didnt know you.my daughter knew you.you were in her class at school.shes very upset.and only got a call to day.look after Amy D.SHES SO UPSET.SAID YOU WERE ONLY CHATTING TO HER 2 WEEKS AGO.so young your whole life ahead of you.my brothers will look after you up there,karl and david.bet you guys will have so much to chat about.david hasnt seen amy in years,tell him all about his neice please.karl naver met her.tell him all about her.he will love to here.im so upset now.im sending so much love to you,your family and friends,during this very sad time.
i told my amy i will keep your candle burning for you, sending so much love louis from amy and us all. love always halina and angels xx
Hero
You died for a cause and a bigger reason we will never know. I want to thank you personally for your Heroic and patriotic service. Take care til you see you family.
Your Poem
Back home a soldier
not only a friend
One lifes forfillment
has come to an end
Please dont be sad
or shed many tears
just think of the joys
that hes bought through the years
Laughing and joking
is what he did best
But now lies a hero
as we lay him to rest
We all have these memories
so deep in our minds
smiling & cheerful
but always so kind
Why god has took you
We'll never know why
But R.i.p Louis
Brightest star in the sky
By Carly Stickels
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