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#OnThisDay 1917 Thomas Ashe died from complications of being force fed during hunger strike & the terrible conditions in Mountjoy Prison he was subjected to. During the Easter Rising, Ashe successfully attacked & captured a much larger RIC force in Ashbourne. #Ireland #History

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Situation Update on Irish Defence Forces serving with overseas missions in Lebanon for family members The Defence Forces confirm that all Irish personnel are safe and accounted for amid ongoing tensions along the Blue Line, where the situation is most intense. We extend our…

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Great images 📸 of the Irish 🇮🇪 @naval_service ship #LÉJAMESJOYCE undertaking a routine #PASSEX with @NATO_MARCOM Testing nteroperability and sharing best practice in various aspects of Naval Operations….👇

Ships assigned to Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 conducted a Passing Exercise and medical team exchange with 🇮🇪 LE James Joyce (P 62) to continue NATO’s tradition of interoperability with our Allies and partners whenever and wherever possible. “The opportunity for NATO to…

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#LÉJAMESJOYCE took part in a #PASSEX or with The Standing NATO Maritime Group 1(#SNMG1). PASSEX routinely happen between the Irish Navy & Foreign Navies. #PASSEX allows for us to exercise in various aspects of Naval Operations, confirm interoperability & sharing of Knowledge.

Ships assigned to Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 conducted a Passing Exercise and medical team exchange with 🇮🇪 LE James Joyce (P 62) to continue NATO’s tradition of interoperability with our Allies and partners whenever and wherever possible. “The opportunity for NATO to…

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Learn more about service in the Reserve Defence Forces at National Services Day tomorrow in Dublin and Cork #bemore #servepartime

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Army Reserve recruit prize winners, Collins Barracks Co Cork. From today's @irishexaminer

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

A huge congratulations & well done to the 82 newly trained soldiers who completed their training with 6 Infantry Bn this week, culminating in their passing out parade on Wednesday. Thanks again to the instructor staff and best of luck to our new 3 stars!

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Good coverage of @defenceforces intensive preparation for deployment with EU Battlegroup @HQEurocorps The Irish Contingent of the EUBG is led by Lt Col Donal Burke @Donie_dc who is interviewed here by @PaulQuinnNews of @VirginMediaNews 🇮🇪 🇪🇺 🇩🇪

WATCH: Irish troops are gearing up for a potential EU battlegroup deployment in 2025, with intensive training exercises underway in County Meath. #IrishArmy #EUBattlegroup #MilitaryTraining @paulquinnnews



Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Congratulations to Pte Gallagher from the 28 Inf Bn who received her second international cap representing the DF in the CISM games at an event in Mc Kee Barracks last Wednesday. Caps were presented by former Ireland manager Brian Kerr. #bemore

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Meet a Reservist and ask about the part time opportunities in the Defence Forces at the National Services Day event in Dublin Castle this Saturday from 1100hrs - 1600hrs. Vehicles and equipment will be on display and free to view. Full details at nationalservicesday.ie

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Rest In Peace Terry 💔❤️ Heartbroken. One of life's gentlemen. May he rest in peace ❤️💔

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Today @irishpolbatt held a parade & wreath laying ceremony for Cavalry Day, remembering all Officers, NCOs & Troopers who gave their lives while serving at home & overseas🇮🇪 Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha🕊 #Cavalry #CarpeDiem #óglaighnahéireann 🇺🇳🇱🇧 @defenceforces⬛️🟥🟩

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

"The services of the Irish Defence Forces Ordnance Disposal team were requested and the garda spokesperson said the Defence Forces team conducted a controlled explosion." echolive.ie/corknews/arid-…


Ollie O'Connor Reposted

"As the new General Officer Commanding 1 Brigade he’s responsible for all operations, administration, and the strategic direction of the units personnel and locations." Comhgairdeas leis! galwaybayfm.ie/galway-bay-fm-…


Ollie O'Connor Reposted

At a time of increasing tensions between great powers, who will protect critical undersea infrastructure, and how will they do it? This piece by @McNamara_Eoin highlights some of the challenges.

Critical infrastructure is vital for modern societies, supporting operational capabilities & enabling responses to emerging threats. Ensuring its safety & security is crucial. 📖#NATOReview on @NATO's protection of undersea infrastructure: nato.int/docu/review/ar… #WeAreNATO

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

1/ Memorial service in Monaghan to mark 1st anniversary of the death of Denis Barry @15Post & @OneFuchsia a proud veteran @defenceforces @fishbelfast read (adapted for Dinny) a poem by CQMS John O’Brien in memory of Pte Sean Rooney 27 Inf Bn (2022). Video courtesy Liam Lenihan.


Ollie O'Connor Reposted

When your target appears, in your own time fire…Reserve Recruits qualifying on the Steyr rifle.

Excellent day on the range in Gorminston today, thanks to our support staff who enabled 22 of our Bravo platoon recruits fire their recruit table on the Steyr Rifle !! 🇮🇪🇮🇪

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Statement from Tánaiste and Minister of Defence Micheál Martin

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Update Following Recent Events in Lebanon First and foremost we can confirm that all Defence Forces personnel serving in Lebanon are accounted for and safe. In light of worrying developments across the Blue Line since the early morning, Irish Defence Forces and @UNIFIL_

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Ollie O'Connor Reposted

Recruiting Update: So far this year over 200 new recruits have been attested into the Army and Naval Service Reserve. A further 250 applicants are undergoing pre attestation training in units across the country. Revitalisation in action! Apply today at military.ie

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