iStock/Thinkstock(ISTANBUL) — A former British marine was killed in Syria earlier this week while fighting alongside the Kurds against ISIS, according to Kurdish military officials.
Konstandinos Erik Scurfield was killed in a battle in northeast Syria. He was among a handful of known foreigners that took up arms alongside Kurdish fighters.
At least one other foreigner, a former Australian soldier, was killed last month while fighting with the Kurds.
In a statement Wednesday, Scurfield’s family said they are “devastated” to confirm his death.
“His flame might have burned briefly but it burned brightly with love, courage, conviction and honour and we are very proud of him,” his family said. “We would like to request that we be allowed to grieve in peace as a family without intrusion at this difficult time.”
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