SSDT: The Commando Monument
By Team TMX on 30th Apr 14
Despite living in the year 2014 we still see conflict around the world.
Next time you are at the Scottish Six Days Trial, or just visiting Scotland, you should try to visit The Commando Monument just north of Spean Bridge on the A82 and pay your respects.
It is a large three-figure bronze statue commemorating the service and sacrifice given by thousands of Allied troops during the Second World War.
It is a place where history was made, and today the Monument is a place of reverence and respect located in a stunning location overlooking Ben Nevis and the Mamore mountains.
In the village of Achnacarry, some six miles from the monument, is the Commando Museum, which has a lot more information and artifacts on the Commandos and is well worth visiting.
Each year on Armistice Sunday a memorial service is held around the monument attended by veterans and their families together with respectful locals and visitors.
