British regiments serving in the mixed desert and fertile terrain of Helmand province in southern Afghanistan have fired millions of rounds of ammunition during hundreds of clashes with the Taleban in the past two years. Close combat machine gun exchanges, roadside bombs, landmines and the dropping of precision-guided 500lb bombs from RAF Harriers and American F16s have created a cacophony and stretched military and medical resources.
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The soldier's dilemma - save your ears or save your life - The Times 30th October 2008
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