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unusual facts about 41 Commando


41 Commando

They raided the North Korean coast with the Republic of Korea Marine Corps until 41 Commando returned to England in December 1951; those who had served less than a year in the commando were drafted into 42 Commando operating in Malaya.


Douvres-la-Délivrande

On 17 June, a massive offensive by the British 41 Commando, Royal Marines - preceded by an artillery bombardment and supported by mine-clearing and anti-bunker tanks of 79th Armoured Division - secured the surrender of the garrison.


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Henry Wellesley, 6th Duke of Wellington

Both No 2 and No 41 Commando Royal Marines were engaged at the Salerno landings.