Commando Memorial 2
by Chris Thaxter
Title
Commando Memorial 2
Artist
Chris Thaxter
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Photograph - Photograph
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The monument consists of a cast bronze sculpture of three Commandos in characteristic dress complete with cap comforter, webbing and rifle, standing atop a stone plinth. The three Commandos are depicted looking south towards Ben Nevis.The entire monument is 17 feet (5.2 m) tall. The monument has been variously described as a huge, striking and iconic statue.
"United we conquer" is inscribed around the top of the stone plinth, while the original plaque on the stone plinth reads: "In memory of the officers and men of the commandos who died in the Second World War 1939–1945. This country was their training ground.
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March 13th, 2011
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