Early evidence also suggested that one of the soldiers may have broken live firing rules.

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Cramber is know for its harsh, rugged nature and unpredictable weather and has been used since 1981 by the military although live firing does not take place .

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The range offers the largest area in the UK for the live-firing of rockets and missiles.

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Fearful that one of their own will do the same, Afghan commanders have banned foreign trainers from Afghan firing ranges where live bullets are used in target practice.

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Mr Tusk has been unable to draw Mr Kaczynski into a live debate: the opposition leader prefers firing off grand statements at long range.

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