Memorial Coastal Forces Falmouth

This memorial commemorates the coastal forces of World War II.

COASTAL FORCES OF WORLD WAR II
HMS FORTE IV
This plaque commemorates the men and women of Allied Coastal Forces who served with the Royal Navy at HMS Forte IV at Falmouth between 1941 and 1946. At HMS Forte IV Motor Torpedo Boats, Motor Gunboats and Motor Launches assembled for Operation Chariot, the raid on St Nazaire Docks in March 1942. Coastal Forcves also operated from Falmouth carrying out vital clandestine operations transporting SOE agents to and from enemy occupied shores. Many gave their lives and their skill and courage made an invaluable contribution to the success of the war.
Unveiled by Lady Mary Holborow
Lord-Lieutenant of Cornwall
19 June 2010
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM

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Source

• Text: Simon Armstrong
• Photos: Simon Armstrong