Statement by the Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of National Defence on the Death of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom

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NR-06.049 - August 12, 2006
OTTAWA -- The Honourable Gordon O'Connor, Minister of National Defence, issued
the following statement today on the death of Corporal Andrew James Eykelenboom,
a member of the medical unit, 1 Field Ambulance, in Edmonton.
It is with profound sadness that I learned this morning of the death of Corporal
Eykelenboom, who was killed by a suicide bomber approximately 100 km southeast
of Kandahar City.
Corporal Eykelenboom was traveling towards Kandahar Airfield as part of a re-supply
convoy when the attack occurred, and our nation grieves his loss.
My sympathies go to Corporal Eykelenboom's family and friends.
Canadians stand united in pride and gratitude behind Corporal Eykelenboom,
and we will not forget his courage in the face of danger. While there are risks
involved in this selfless work, our Canadian Forces members are fully prepared
for the demands they face.
Canadians everywhere honour their unwavering commitment to our country and
I commend their calling to this noble purpose.
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