Third soldier who died after Brecon SAS exercise named
The third army soldier who died during an SAS selection exercise in the Brecon Beacons on one of the hottest days of the year is named as Corporal James Dunsby.
Corporal Dunsby, 31, had been in hospital in a serious condition since the incident on 13 July.
His family released a statement on Wednesday in which they praised a man who had the “uniquely wonderful ability to endear, enchant and captivate all who he met”.
James was so dearly loved by so many and will be sorely missed. Family of James Dunsby
“James had the most infectious enthusiasm for life,” the statement said. “He was the most loving and dependable husband, not to mention the most handsome of men of whom could not be more cherished.
“James was and will remain a dearly loved, son, brother and husband. He had the uniquely wonderful ability to endear, enchant and captivate all who he met with his naughty sense of humour and highly intelligent wit.
“With James as your friend you were ensured loyalty, strength, allegiance, protection and most of all a damn good laugh.
“James adored the army and believed so passionately in his duty as a protector of Queen and country and of the realm.
“James was so dearly loved by so many and will be sorely missed.”
Coporal Dunsby was a member of the Army Reserves (The Royal Yeomanry).
His death follows those of Edward John Maher and Lance Corporal Craig John Roberts, who also lost their lives after collapsing during the military exercise.