MHG53188 - Czechoslovak parachutists WWII memorial - Arisaig
Summary
A memorial to the Czech and Slovak soldiers trained by the British Special Operations Executive (SOE) in Arisaig during the Second World War.
Type and Period (1)
- WAR MEMORIAL (Erected, 21st Century - 2009 AD to 2009 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A modern war memorial of polished granite erected in 2009. The main inscription reads: "In memory of all Czech and Slovak soldiers who trained here in 1941 - 1943 as S.O.E. agents" (the Czech text translates as: In remembrance of all the Czech and Slovak soldiers who went through the SOE training here in the years 1941-1943). <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | NM 65868 86417 (point) Approximate. Copied CAG feature 000130141513 |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NM68NE |
| Civil Parish | ARISAIG AND MOIDART |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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External Links (1)
- http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/318847/ (Link to Canmore record)
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