This is a 'backstage' account of the life of Royal Marines 42 Commando in Iraq. The article describes images of men rejoicing in small comforts such as sleeping on a concrete floor, cooked meal, hot drink and wash. They had to do without even such small things the whole time we were watching them fight on the screens in the comfort of our homes. And I am sure they will do again. I know that's what they are trained to do, but still...

They seem to be pretty happy with what they managed to conjure up in Umm Quasr. What they really miss is some cold beer.