James Blunt, as an Army captain, served with Nato forces in Kosovo. REXHow James Blunt Saved Us From World War 3 -- The Independent
Singer questioned US general's order while serving in Balkans.
Kosovo, June 1999. Serbia has withdrawn from the campaign. Hundreds of thousands of refugees wait over the border to return to their homes. A column of 30,000 Nato troops is advancing towards Pristina airfield – a crucial strategic position.
Unexpectedly, the Russian forces, reach the airfield first; Russia, Serbia's patron, is hoping to stake a claim in the occupation. The soldiers are pointing their weapons at the incoming Allied troops. "Destroy!" orders the US general over the radio – instructions from the very top. World War Three is on the cards. Enter crooner James Blunt. Crisis averted.
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Soldier-turned-singer: US ordered me to attack Russian troops -- Raw Story
James Blunt recalls Kosovo encounter -- UPI
James Blunt's 'World War III' claim backed by General -- BBC
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