Today saw the official unveiling of a new road named ‘Jamie Webb Drive’ in memory of L Cpl Jamie Webb who was killed in Afghanistan in 2013.
The much-loved soldier, from Handforth, was killed on his second tour of Afghanistan and today’s unveiling ave those attending the opportunity to share their memories.
L Cpl Webb’s family were presented with a replica of the street sign at the event, as a large number of people gathered to pay their respects.
L Cpl Webb was killed in March 2013 aged just 24 following an attack on his patrol base in Helmand Province.
A spokesperson for the Webb family said: “The world should see what a true British hero Jamie was. He is a role model for present and future generations, he never gave up.”
They added: “The pain of losing Jamie, will never go away; he will forever be in our hearts; we think about him everyday.
“Jamie was the kindest person you could ever meet. He spent his time helping others, he organised a talent competition for his fellow servicemen and women in Afghanistan on Christmas Day, to raise their spirits whilst being away from their families.
“We remember Jamie phoning his brother Luke in the hospital after he had heart surgery, while he was in the middle of a war zone just to make sure everything had gone okay.
“Jamie was the type of person to put others before himself, that’s why he’s our hero.”
The spokesperson continued: “Today means so much to our family, it shows us that Jamie will be remembered for everything he did.
“He gave everything for this country, to pave the way for future generations. He hopefully will be an inspiration and a story for others to share so his memory will stay alive in hearts of others.”
The family thanks those who attended the unveiling, and those involved in arranging the tribute to him.
L Cpl Webb’s brother, Luke said: “Thank you everyone who attended the unveiling today of the new road named in memory of my brother. It meant so much to me, my mum and dad, everyone being there.
“Jamie was not only my brother but he was my best friend and my hero. The world should never forget his bravery and sacrifice. He will forever be in our hearts.”
L Cpl Webb served in the British Army for six years, having enlisted at the age of 18 years old.
In this time, he was deployed on four operations – in Northern Ireland, Iraq and two tours of Afghanistan.
He was promoted from private to lance corporal following his first tour of Afghanistan.
