Scottish actor James Cosmo has become an Honorary Colonel of a top army unit in Scotland.
The Game of Thrones star will now represent Perth based 7 Scots in both civilian and military communities.
James, 73, hopes to bring the TA unit’s work more into the public domain going forward.
The hugely popular actor is well up for the job already having some serious leadership roles under his belt albeit in the film world.
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He played Lord Commander of the Night Watch in Game of Thrones and the commanding officer of the King’s Fusiliers in hit TV show, Soldier Soldier.
James was approached to take up the role after showing an interest in the military during his acting career.
Commenting on his promotion, James said: “I was so proud when they offered me the honorary colonelship, I was absolutely delighted to accept.
“I think this is a great opportunity to bring to notice the great work the battalion are doing.”
The unit’s soldiers are equally as pleased to have him on board.
Lieutenant Colonel Duncan Mackinnon, Commanding Officer of 7 SCOTS, said: “We are truly delighted that Colonel James has accepted this appointment.
“We are really looking forward to having him visit, when restrictions allow, and meet his Battalion to see what we do.”
While Private Andy McLean added: “Everyone in the Battalion thinks it’s great news – he was Lord Commander of the Night’s Watch and now he gets to be the boss of the real Army of the North!
“We’re clearly much better and he’ll love being part of our Battalion!”
Lance Corporal David Bruce said: “I think its brilliant he has been made our Honorary Colonel – he was born in Clydebank so comes from our recruiting area.
” I think he will be great for us and help get more people to understand what the Army Reserve is and what we do.”
