In recognition of their bravery, dedication, and service, a temporary monument has been erected on the front lawns of Base Camp Ayanganna to honor the memory of our five servicemen who lost their lives in the fatal Bell 412 Helicopter (AR-AYA) crash on December 6, 2023.
The monument features photos of the fallen heroes, a map of Guyana, and an aerial scene from Guyana’s hinterland.
Brigadier (Ret’d) Gary Beaton, Colonel Michael Shahoud, Lieutenant Colonel Sean Welcome, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Charles, and Warrant Officer Class Two Jason Khan. May their legacies endure, and may their sacrifices never be forgotten.
