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Afghanistan, January 2007.

We felt there were Taliban fighters coming through this complex called Jigramport.

A military operation that did not go to plan.

It was the most intense far far I've ever been in.

What we need to do is cut off the snake's head.

And a daring rescue attempt that defied belief, told by the soldiers who were there.

Right, I'm about to sit on a helicopter and fly into a Taliban fort.

The Fort, listen first on BBC Sounds.

You're listening to Monday's episode of The Archers from BBC Radio 4.

Music All right, Ruby, let me find a bag. What I really need is one of those scoopers with an extra long handle.

Clearing up yet another mess, Justin. Brian. Although, in fairness to Ruby, it's normally one of your own making. If you think I'm going to rise to your pure our little giants, then I'm afraid you're mistaken. I learned my lesson last week. I've never been so embarrassed. Well, on that, we can agree at least. Or can we? Do you think I wanted to have a slanging match in front of Martha's entire school? I don't know. You're the one who lost his temper in the middle of church? Me? Yes, you. I didn't know where to put myself. Don't give me that. I saw the smirk on your face. You were enjoying goading me. Hardly. The whole experience was mortifying. I'd be surprised

if Alan ever allows me across the threshold again. Well, that shouldn't be hardship. It's not

as if you're a churchgoer. I could say it the same about you. Excuse me. I might not be a regular,

but Kate and Alice were both Christend at St. Stevens, and we buried Jenny there.

Of all the places to allow you to provoke me.

Well, if you're such a god-fearing person, maybe you ought to do some sort of penance.

Yes, I will.

Oh, really? Like what?

Well, I haven't decided yet.

But I'm happy to do whatever it takes to clear my conscience.

What about you?

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