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First Great Western celebrate the 350th anniversary of the Royal Marines

First Great Western (FGW) will name one of their high speed trains to celebrate the 350th anniversary of the Royal Marines. The power car will be named ^Royal Marines. Celebrating 350 years."

The train naming will form part of a weekend of activities taking place to commemorate 350 years of unbroken service, committed to protecting and promoting the Nation^s security, prosperity and reputation.

Welcoming guests and FGW colleagues, Chairman of the FGW Advisory Board, Captain Charles Howeson RNR will say: ^m delighted we^re able to celebrate the courageous and audacious work of the Royal Marines, especially so close to their headquarters here in Plymouth, a key part of our network. FGW is committed to supporting the communities we serve, and strive to have a positive and significant impact across our network. That^s why marking this anniversary is so important to us.^

Once named, the high speed train will travel along the whole great western network and will be seen by thousands of passengers every day.