Ross Kemp in Afghanistan
Overview
Ross Kemp in Afghanistan is a gripping British documentary series that aired on Sky One, showcasing the realities faced by British soldiers in the War in Afghanistan. Hosted by actor Ross Kemp, the show follows troops of the 1st Battalion of the Royal Anglian Regiment during their 2007 deployment and captures both their training and experiences in Helmand Province. A second series, titled Ross Kemp: Return to Afghanistan, aired in 2009, focusing on the 2008 deployment of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders. Kemp’s return offers a poignant look at the evolving nature of the conflict and its impact on the soldiers.
Episodes
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Episode 1
At HMP Mandrake, both the staff and inmates welcome a new arrival, Lee Kingley. He has been handed a ten-year sentence for grievous bodily harm and a ...
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Royal Anglian
As Ross gears up for his deployment, he teams up with 1 Royal Anglian for training amidst the frigid British winter on Salisbury Plain. They prepare f...
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Episode 2
Ronaldo makes his way back to D wing after healing from a stabbing incident, insisting that he has no recollection of his attacker. Meanwhile, Patty h...
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Camp Bastion
Upon arriving at Camp Bastion, Ross receives a medical briefing before being dispatched on an offensive operation in the 'green zone', a narrow stretc...
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Now Zad Base
In the third episode, the narrative delves into the experiences of soldiers stationed at the Now Zad base, highlighting the harsh realities of life on...
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Episode 3
Lee’s intimidating brother, Troy, shows up unexpectedly. While Lee is excited to see him, he feels hesitant about engaging in the drug dealing and m...
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B Company
While Ross is in the UK, a devastating friendly fire incident claims the lives of three soldiers from B Company. On August 23rd, Privates Aaron James ...
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Episode 4
With his brother Troy out of the picture, Lee finds himself in a position of power on the wing. But his standing is put at risk when unsettling gossi...
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Hunt For Taliban
In the fifth episode, Ross teams up with 1 Royal Anglian as they take on the compound where three men lost their lives. The Taliban are alarmingly clo...
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Episode 5
Russo gets a lead about an officer smuggling drugs into D wing. He instructs Nick to apply pressure on a well-known informant, Collit, to uncover t...
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Episode 6
Officer DD faces a challenging situation when she is attacked by an irate inmate, leading to an unexpected turn where the prisoner files a complaint ...
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Episode 7
After his time in segregation, Lee comes back with a quieter demeanor. Shiel has taken control of the wing, and Lee is content to let him lead. Howev...
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Episode 8
Lee receives an unexpected visit from his lawyer and the police. They urge him to testify against Paul Brown, the officer responsible for his incarcer...
