Th Commando Monument

One of the more unexpected Christmas presents I had today was a bronze copy the Commando Monument
The real one just north of Spean Bridge, is a large three-figure bronze  statue The monument stands as a memorial to the British Commandos who trained all around the Lochaber region which the monument overlooks, while they were based at the Achnacarry Commando Training Centre established in 1942

Its location was chosen because it is on the route from Spean Bridge railway station to the former Commando Training Centre.. Arriving prospective Commandos would de-train after a 14-hour journey, load their kit bags onto waiting trucks and then speed march the 7 miles (11 km) to the training centre in full kit with weapon.

The memories of these men who trained there and won their Green Beret, are very special to those of us who have followed in their footsteps.