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This memorial at Alness Point on the Cromarty Firth marks the site of the former World War Two Coastal Command Flying Boat Base and is dedicated to the memory of all who served here - some of whom bought freedom from tyranny at the expense of their lives. WE WILL REMEMBER THEM The Firth in wartime was a highly active area and RAF involvement included Operations Training Servicing and Air Sea Rescue Supported by 88 Maintenance Unit (Marine Craft) at RAF Meikle Ferry on the Dornoch Firth. From 1938 the following units are recorded as having served here. 4 (coastal) operational Training Unit Squadrons 201, 209, 210, 228, 240, 422 (RCAF) and 119 (GR). Special Duties Flight. 5 Flying Boat Servicing Unit.6 Air Sea Rescue (Marine Craft Unit) 102. Wing 302 Ferry Training Unit. Coastal Command Flying Instructors School. 1100 Marine Craft Unit. No.2 Communications Trials Unit. The base closed in 1986.