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American Monument

American Monument

May 25, 2022 by ron

American Monument Land side with Inscriptions

The American Monument, high on the cliffs of the Oa Peninsula, is a silent reminder of the soldiers who lost their lives in Islay's waters in WorldWar I. Sacred to the immortal memory of those American Soldiers and Sailors who gave their lives … [Read more...] about American Monument

WW100 Islay Centennial Service

August 4, 2021 by ron

ww100 centennial service the Oa Islay

On February 5th 1918 the SS Tuscania was torpedoed on a bitterly cold February evening. On board were 2,235 soldiers consisting of companies 'D', 'E' and 'F' of the 6th Battalion, members of the 32nd Division, the 100th, 158th and 203rd Aero … [Read more...] about WW100 Islay Centennial Service

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Seal Pup on the Rocks at Ardnave

Islay Wildlife

I'm not sure if there are places in Europe where wildlife is more abundant and as diverse as on Islay. Wherever you walk or drive, there is always something to be seen, and often something special … Read More... about Islay Wildlife

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Islay Accommodation - How to Save Money: For the last 19 years I have managed … [Read More...] about Islay Accommodation – How to Save Money

Thomas Telford Church Portnahaven

Thomas Telford Churches on Islay

Thomas Telford was quite the Scottish engineer in his days. Thomas Telford is … [Read More...] about Thomas Telford Churches on Islay

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