A FORMER Newton Aycliffe schoolboy has received a coveted Green Beret.
Liam McKenna, 17, who went to Woodham Comprehensive School, has successfully completed 30 weeks of training to become a Royal Marine Commando.
The Green Beret is the distinctive hallmark of commando troops, indicating that those who wear it have attended and passed a gruelling and physically demanding test of endurance.
Liam said: "Thirty weeks of the most arduous training in the world is enough to change any man. It develops unique qualities, which will rarely be found anywhere.
"It's been a fantastic experience for me and I've made some lifelong friends among my fellow Royal Marines."
Anyone wanting to be a Royal Marines Commando can phone the recruiting hotline on 0845 6075555 or visit www.rmjobs.co.uk.
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