40 Commando homecoming
Hundreds of Royal Marines from 40 Commando, based near Taunton, are parading through the town this morning to mark their return from Afghanistan.
Royal Marines welcomed home from Afghanistan
The Duke of Edinburgh will present medals to Royal Marines from 40 Commando in Taunton later. A homecoming parade will also take place on the High Street to mark their return from Afghanistan.
It will be a chance to remember the 18 Royal Marines who lost their lives during the decade-long conflict.
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