Royal Marine Commando

Early in 1942 volunteers were called for from the Royal Marines for the first RM Commando. It was known as 'A'Commando, which in October 1942 changed it's name to 40RM Commando. It was to be the only RM Commando unit consisting of 'volunteers' as in the Army Commandos.
In August 1943 most of the RM Battalions were disbanded and simply converted into Commandos. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 9th and 10th RM Battalions became 42, 43, 44, 45, 46 and 47 RM Commandos respectively. 8th RM Battalion became 41 RM Commando in October 1943. In March 1944 the 7th RM Battalion and some men from MNBDO11 formed the new 48RM Commando.
It should be noted that RM Commando Units underwent Commando training at Achnacarry. Those that were not suitable, who did not wish to transfer to the RM Commandos, or who failed the Course at Achnacarry, were allocated to other sections of the Royal Marines

** nb** We also have albums for RM Commandos in our "Post WW2" Gallery. To view them copy paste and send this link:
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