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51st Highland Division Memorial

The 51st Highland Division Memorial honors the soldiers of the British Army's 51st Highland Division who fought and suffered during World War II. Located at the Arnhem Bridge in the Netherlands, it commemorates their bravery, especially during the 1944 Operation Market Garden rescue attempt. The division faced intense combat and significant casualties but demonstrated resilience and sacrifice. The memorial serves as a tribute to their courage and a reminder of the division’s pivotal role in the war, fostering remembrance and respect for their contributions in the fight for freedom.