![]() ![]() ![]() The allegations that up to 20 Iraqis were killed after the battle were eventually withdrawn by lawyers, according to BBC reports. The 20 dead bodies were taken from the battlefield for identification, following an unusual order, before being returned to their families, it is understood. The £31m inquiry eventually established that the allegations of murder and torture were “deliberate lies”, according to the BBC. The claimants also alleged that further Iraqi prisoners were mistreated. The claims formed part of what became of the Al-Sweady Inquiry, which lasted five years.Īllegations included that as many as 20 Iraqis were killed after being taken prisoner after the battle. Mr Wood had to give evidence at a public inquiry, which began in 2009, after allegations were made against British soldiers linked with the Battle of Danny Boy. ![]() Mr Wood, who was 23 at the time, was given the Military Cross for the role he played in the battle, which involved a bayonet charge. ![]()
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