century, Lorn twice experienced a brief restoration of geopolitical importance. During World War II, Oban was used by Royal Navy ships, and became an important base in the Battle of the Atlantic. During the Cold War, the first Transatlantic Telephone Cable (TAT-1) came ashore here; it carried the Hot Line between the presidents of the US and the USSR. Following late 20th century reforms, Lorne is now part of the wider council area of Argyll and Bute. Footnotes Geography of Argyll and Bute Districts of Scotland