Solidarity with Afghanistan War Refusenik Michael Lyons

Colchester Military Prison – Saturday 6 August

Michael Lyons is serving 7 months military detention after applying for conscientious objector status and refusing to take up arms in rifle training. Lyons’ view of the war in Afghanistan was informed by the WikiLeaks disclosures Bradley Manning is accused of sharing with the world.

Above: Video report from the vigil.

Another vigil will be held for Michael Lyons on Saturday 3 September from 3pm – 5pm outside the military prison.

For more information about this and what you can do to support Michael Lyons, read the full report here.