How sad that there will be nothing left, when the Army trucks and Land Rovers lined up on the parade ground have gone, to remind Chelsea shoppers of the military might on which their liberties have always depended.

That's right. Brave soldiers died, so you can shop... and don't forget it. Incidentally, they're suggesting developers may pay as much as £150 million for the site. With almost 14 and a half acres on offer, let's hope somebody rises to the challenge and creates something that will look special.