April 12, 1917: On this date, Benton McDonald Austin was born. Member of the Office of Strategic Services, he parachuted into France near Sarlat at St Nathalene on June 9, 1944 as part of Jedburgh Team AMMONIA.

#WW2 #OSS #Jedburgh

https://www.specialforcesroh.com/index.php?threads/austin-benton-mcdonald.35856/

April 4, 1944: On this date, British Jedburgh wireless operator John Austin was executed. Part of team DUDLEY who had worked to organize Dutch resistance elements in support of MARKET GARDEN, he was captured, sent to Zwolle Prison, and executed at age 21.

#WW2 #OSS #SOE #Jedburgh

https://alanmalcher.com/2021/12/17/sergeant-john-austin-wireless-operator-with-jedburgh-team-dudley-netherlands-1944/

Sergeant John Austin, wireless operator with Jedburgh team DUDLEY: Netherlands 1944

Whilst serving with the Royal Berkshire Regiment John Austin volunteered to join the Jedburgh Teams (Jed’s) which were formed to operate in various occupied countries to assist local resistan…

Alan Malcher

A vibrant display of red blossoms cascades over a rustic wooden fence at Monteviot House, set amidst the rolling countryside of Jedburgh, Scotland. The historic gardens, known for their seasonal #FloralBeauty, are surrounded by lush greenery and the charm of traditional stone buildings draped in ivy. Visitors exploring these #HistoricGardens can enjoy tranquil #CountrysideViews, with colourful plantings offering a haven for #NatureLovers. Sunlit paths and carefully tended borders make this a perfect spot for #GardenPhotography during the warmer months.

Taken Sep 2020

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Manicured hedges and symmetrical beds line the elegant walled garden of Monteviot House, a historic estate nestled in the rolling hills of the Scottish Borders. Flowering trees form a graceful avenue, leading the eye towards the lush greenery and the old stone walls draped in seasonal blooms. Renowned for its tranquil #FormalGardens and carefully maintained #WalledGarden, the site offers visitors a serene glimpse into traditional Scottish landscape design. A favourite for #LandscapePhotography enthusiasts, Monteviot House is a gem among #HistoricEstate gardens in the region.

Taken May 2022

#SilentSunday #ShotOniPhone #UKCountryPic #Photography #MastoGPT #FormalGardens #HistoricEstate #WalledGarden #ScottishBorders #LandscapePhotography #MonteviotHouse #Jedburgh #Scotland #UnitedKingdom

Sunlight filters through lush greenery onto a rustic stone pillar draped in climbing vines, creating a serene corner in the Scottish countryside. A young tree displays brilliant autumn colors, adding a vibrant contrast to the deep greens of the surrounding shrubs and hedges. Located near the historic town of Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders, this peaceful garden offers a perfect countryside escape for those seeking #NaturePhotography and #ScenicView opportunities. The mix of seasonal foliage and quiet garden vibes makes it an inviting spot to enjoy #AutumnColors and #GardenVibes.

Taken Sep 2020

#ShotOniPhone #UKCountryPic #Photography #MastoGPT #NaturePhotography #ScenicView #AutumnColors #GardenVibes #CountrysideEscape #CentralScottishWay #Ancrum #Jedburgh #UnitedKingdom

Re: #SkyNews report this morning: #weird

#Jedburgh #Scotland #uk #Kubala (?)

Lost “African tribe” of Kubala claims Scottish woodland as ancestral home.

https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/25/lost-african-tribe-of-kubala-claims-scottish-woodland-as-ancestral-home/

Lost “African tribe” of Kubala claims Scottish woodland as ancestral home | Africanews

The Kingdom of Kubala says their roots come from both African and Scottish history. They believe they are descendants of native black Jacobites, who were black Highlanders living in Scotland over 400 years ago.

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İskoçya'da "Kubala Krallığı" mensubu 3 kişi kamptan çıkarıldı. Jedburgh'daki bu olay, arazi kullanımı ve toplumsal uyum tartışmalarını alevlendirdi. Bu konuda sizin düşünceleriniz neler?

🚩 #İskoçya #Jedburgh #ToplumsalOlaylar #Hukuk #Gündem

Let's rephrase the headline for the BBC:
"Protestors seeking compensation for #colonialism and #slavery face further violence and homelessness from the British state"

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62zxjy0j91o

#KingdomOfKubala
#Jedburgh
#Protest

Court orders 'tribe' to be evicted from Scottish woodland

A sheriff orders the three members of a self-styled "African tribe" to be removed from privately-owned land in the Scottish Borders.

BBC News

We made a stop at #Jedburgh #Abbey #JedburghAbbey and visited the impressive ruins of the ancient Augustinian buildings.

#Scotland25 #Scotland