Private David Carson, 19, from California, died from carbon monoxide poisoning following a controlled explosion of redundant shells at Kineton Army Camp in Warwickshire on July 21, 1989.
The Royal Army Ordnance Corps soldier lost his life alongside two colleagues, Sergeant David Barker, 29, and Lance Corporal Karl Robinson, 21.
David, from California, was serving with the Royal Army Ordnance Corps at the time.
Now, 37 years later, a memorial has been unveiled in his honour at California Primary School at a special ceremony, organised by ASA Scotland Charity, last week.
The memorial will provide a permanent place for David’s name and story to be remembered — not only by those who knew him, but by future generations.
As you can see from Falkirk Herald photographer Michael Gillen’s pictures it was an emotional and poignant event for everyone involved.
13. Unveiling of David Carson Memorial 2026
Family members pay tribute to David Photo: Michael Gillen
14. Unveiling of David Carson Memorial 2026
Plenty of tributes were paid to David during the ceremony and plenty more will now be able to be paid in years to come Photo: Michael Gillen
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Deputy Lieutenant Gaston Robin Iffla MBE DL and a member of David's family unveil the memorial bench Photo: Michael Gillen
16. Unveiling of David Carson Memorial 2026
The beautifully ornate bench simply states 'In Memory of Private David Carson' Photo: Michael Gillen