Beckham pays tribute to fallen British soldiers on Afghan visit

DAVID BECKHAM yesterday paid tribute to fallen British soldiers during his morale-boosting visit to Afghanistan.

Mon, 24 May, 2010 - 01:00

The former England captain stood silently with his head bowed before the Camp Bastion memorial dedicated to those who have given their lives for their country as a Union flag flew at half mast.

The British death toll stands at 286.

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