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The Commando memorial at Spean Bridge in the Highlands, Commando country...memorials and statues simply do not get much better than this. United we Conquer
I love the way they have 'largely' kept 'true' to the original 1970's Commando's. See at the Fourways Grill Cafe, Cheshire.
Curtis C-46 Commando "The Tinker Belle" performs at the National Warplane Museum Air Show, Geneseo NY. July 16, 2017. S/N 44-78774, now registered as N78774.
Taking a page out of Winston Churchill's book:
“I have, myself, full confidence that if all do their duty, if nothing is neglected, and if the best arrangements are made, as they are being made, we shall prove ourselves once again able to defend our Island home, to ride out the storm of war, and to outlive the menace of tyranny, if necessary for years, if necessary alone.
At any rate, that is what we are going to try to do. That is the resolve of His Majesty’s Government-every man of them. That is the will of Parliament and the nation.
The British Empire and the French Republic, linked together in their cause and in their need, will defend to the death their native soil, aiding each other like good comrades to the utmost of their strength.
Even though large tracts of Europe and many old and famous States have fallen or may fall into the grip of the Gestapo and all the odious apparatus of Nazi rule, we shall not flag or fail.
We shall go on to the end, we shall fight in France,
we shall fight on the seas and oceans,
we shall fight with growing confidence and growing strength in the air, we shall defend our Island, whatever the cost may be,
we shall fight on the beaches,
we shall fight on the landing grounds,
we shall fight in the fields and in the streets,
we shall fight in the hills;
we shall never surrender, and even if, which I do not for a moment believe, this Island or a large part of it were subjugated and starving, then our Empire beyond the seas, armed and guarded by the British Fleet, would carry on the struggle, until, in God’s good time, the New World, with all its power and might, steps forth to the rescue and the liberation of the old.”
Add in Ukraine, Ukrainian, Russian, Kremlin, Putin, Tyrant where appropriate.
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The picture id of the Commando Memorial, Spean Bridge, Highlands, Scotland. When Britain was at its lowest ebb in 1940, surrounded, alone, and in imminent threat of invasion, Winston Churchill ordered the creation of a new force, the Commandos, who could strike back and hurt the enemy.
Memorials aren't just for Remembrance Day. They are a reminder 24/7, 365 days a year. And the Commando Memorial at Spean Bridge, Highlands is one of the most poignant, anywhere.
he Commando Memorial is a Category A listed monument in Lochaber, Scotland, dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces raised during World War II.
BA Commando Plate Carrier Vest (PCV)
The bars across the shoulders are stiffeners, to help keep the vest from collapsing when squeezed by eager fingers.
The back is smooth (except for the waffle-like pseudo-MOLLE depressions) to allow future backpacks to attach to the stud without collision.
Yes, the BA logo is found inside of the back stud. Of course.
Royal Navy Merlin HC3 ZJ131, callsign 'COMMANDO 525’ working in the Lake District yesterday afternoon.
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A very nice addition, the Lewis gun looks great in bronze. This was my first Lewis gun, and I must say that the amount of detail is amazing! A very nice gun which fits the theme perfectly. Now for the Bayonet. I like it, I don't love it. While this may be a welcome addition for pirate and military fans, I will have to work hard to find uses for it, as I am more of a sci-fi fan. I also think the bayonet would work better with the gun if it were a different color. The solid bronze doesn't make the gun feel as interesting and
unique as it could be.
This takes the cake as my favorite weapon included with the Rocket Commando. It also helps that this is my favorite gun in the Brickarms arsenal. I've managed
to get 3 of these beauties including this one. Enough gloating! The gun is a work
of art. Due to it being a blend of many rayguns from a variety of sources, this gun fits with many minifigs and scenes. The one detail that completes the utter
awesomeness that is this gun is the trigger in the trigger guard. This is, from
my knowledge, the first gun to have this, and I hope this isn't the last. It looks
amazing, and makes the raygun feel finalized.
The minifigure is top notch. The torso choice is excellent, and one of the reasons
I purchased him. The dial is a nice touch, adding to the steampunk feel. My only complaint is that the two neck pieces to hold the dial and jetpack make his head too tall to be proportionate, but this is too easily fixed for it to matter much. I'm glad the helmet is
reddish brown, as the old brown wouldn't fit the rest of the figure.
I wanted to take a shot at this because I saw Delta Squad with damaged armor so I wanted mine to look the same...
Thanks to JPO1997 for decals!
Black Lodge Customs: Rocket Commando via BrickArms.
I made a slight modification to the Winged Rocket Pack to accommodate the BrickArms Lewis Gun with bayonet.
Not too sure if anyone else had done it, but I thought it was worth sharing.
Following the end of the Clone Wars, the former Grand Army of the Republic was slowly transformed into the Imperial Forces. While much GAR equipment was retired, some of the most useful designs, especially for vehicles, were adapted to fit the new Imperial standards. The backbone of the Clone Army, the LAAT, was re-designed to support the members of the ISB and Storm Commando Units. The Storm Commando Gunship could hold four troopers and only used one pilot. It was far more heavily armored than the LAAT and equipped with state of the art stealth equipment, to ensure undercover deployment of troops on enemy territory. While the standard version came without any weapon systems, cannons and rocket launchers could be equipped to the slots at the front. Many troopers jokingly described it as a flying tank, rather than a troop transporter.
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This build is heavily inspired by @lego_sithposting’s amazing Mini-LAAT on Instagram. I was so intrigued by his build, that I spent the last week working out how he built it and slowly started to assemble my own imperial variant. The model probably is one of the most playable ones I did so far and features an openable cockpit and openable doors.
HMS Bulwark (R08) a former fixed wing Light Fleet Carrier completed by Harland & Wolff Belfast in 1954, seen here after conversion to a Commando Carrier in 1960 (at Portsmouth), payed off in 1981 and towed to Cairnryan Scotland after a period moored in Portsmouth Harbour (Fareham Creek), her final voyage to the scrappers was in April 1984.
The Commando Memorial stands some 17ft high, and comprises a group of three bronze Commandos dressed in typical World War Two uniforms and equipment including cap comforters, ammunition pouches and weapons. They are looking south towards Ben Nevis. A large inscription on the plinth just beneath their feet reads "United We Conquer", while the plaque on the front of the 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."
In 1949 a competition was opened to Scottish sculptors to design a fitting memorial to the Commandos. The winner was Scott Sutherland, and the bronze was cast by H H Martyn Ltd, of Cheltenham. The Commando Memorial was unveiled by HM Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, on 12 September 1952. It has since become a stopping off point for many visiting the highlands: partly because of what the memorial represents; partly because it is simply such a fine monument; and partly because of its magnificent setting. (Oct 11)
Some of the men of the 41st elite corps jungle commando squad under Commander Gree.
Sargent Snake is an expert in camouflage and commando infiltration and neutralization tactics. He teaches each of his men to blend into their environment. His training includes having each clone trooper paint their own armor to understand how each color allows them to further elude detection during missions.
What a fabulous monument!
In 1949, the sculptor Scott Sutherland won a competition open to all Scottish sculptors for the commission, The Commando Memorial. Sutherland's design won first prize of £200
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 looking south towards Ben Nevis. The soldier at the front is thought to depict Commando Jack Lewington who frequently attended Remembrance Services at the monument during his lifetime. One of the other two soldiers is Frank Nicholls (rank unknown) the other is regimental sergeant major Sidney Hewlett. Originally from the Welsh guards but hand picked to be one of the founding NCOs of the commandos he was also held in high regard and noted several times by Eisenhower. The entire monument is 17 feet (5.2 metres) 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".
Soldiers from 4RAR (Commando) undergo Amphibious training on the Georges river near Holsworthy NSW.
This unit i now called 2nd Commando Regiment
This is one of my worst result. Because of using cambo 6x9 fujinon 150mm + overuse of tilt effect too much.
It means that I am still beginner, less experiences, and I should notice my bonehead.
Scotland roadtrip
In the memory of officers and men of the Commandos who died in the second world war 1939-1945. This country was their training ground.
The Commando Memorial is a Category A listed monument in Scotland, dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces raised during World War II. Situated around a mile from Spean Bridge village, it overlooks the training areas of the Commando Training Depot established in 1942 at Achnacarry Castle. Unveiled in 1952 by the Queen Mother, it has become one of the United Kingdom's best-known monuments, both as a war memorial and as a tourist attraction offering views of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mòr.
The Commando Memorial in Lochaber, Scotland, is dedicated to the men of the original British Commando Forces raised during World War II. it overlooks the training areas of the Commando Training Depot established in 1942 at Achnacarry, Scotland, following a request from the Prime Minister, Winston Churchill, for a force that could carry out raids in occupied Europe. The ranks were filled initially from volunteers from within the British Armed forces as well as foreign volunteers from occupied countries. After WWII, the Commando’s were disbanded but the modern Royal Marine Commandos, Parachute Regiment, Special Air Service, British Army commandos and the Special Boat Service trace their origins to the Commandos. Their legacy also extends to a number of mainland European and North American special forces.