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The Defence Forces Boxing Team returned this week from a four day, six nation CISM boxing event in Warendorf, Germany.

Well done to the team who picked up 3 Gold Medals and 2 Bronze Medals!

Team Captain Tpr Tiffany O’ Reilly victorious at 70kg after a hard fought victory over…

The Defence Forces Boxing Team returned this week from a four day, six nation CISM boxing event in Warendorf, Germany. Well done to the team who picked up 3 Gold Medals and 2 Bronze Medals! Team Captain Tpr Tiffany O’ Reilly victorious at 70kg after a hard fought victory over…
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Today, Óglaigh na hÉireann commemorated the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill Cemetery, Dublin.
During the ceremony, President of Ireland / Uachtarán na hÉireann Michael D. Higgins laid a wreath in remembrance.

A Captain's Guard of Honour was provided by the 6th Infantry…

Today, Óglaigh na hÉireann commemorated the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill Cemetery, Dublin. During the ceremony, President of Ireland / Uachtarán na hÉireann Michael D. Higgins laid a wreath in remembrance. A Captain's Guard of Honour was provided by the 6th Infantry…
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Following a successful & tasking, has returned to Maritime Defence & Security Operations.
The Navy is recruiting, visit navy.ie The Navy Cadetship competition remains open until 19 May 24

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Aiming to boost personnel numbers from the current historic low, the Irish Naval Service has embarked on a recruitment drive | Read more: rte.ie/b/1447427

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Ready to join our team on an exciting new adventure? Join us today at our Recruitment Drive in Cork City at , Albert Quay & Marina Market from 1000-1630. Discover your potential with the ! Don't miss out on being part of something extraordinary🇮🇪

Ready to join our team on an exciting new adventure? Join us today at our Recruitment Drive in Cork City at #P64, Albert Quay & Marina Market from 1000-1630. Discover your potential with the #IrishNavy! Don't miss out on being part of something extraordinary🇮🇪 #IrishNavy #BeMore
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Are you interested in finding out more about a career in the Naval Sevice? If so, be sure to keep an eye out and call in to talk to our personnel. Irish Naval Service
Micheál Martin Irish Defence Forces Recruitment Officer rte.ie/news/ireland/2…

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Congratulations to Pte Nicole Carroll from the Defence Forces Central Medical Unit who was awarded the presitigious Capt Dara Fitzpatrick award for 2024!
The Capt. Dara Fitzpatrick Award was launched by the Irish Paramedicine Education and Research Network (IPERN) in 2023 to…

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Yesterday saw the Ministerial Review of the 124 Inf Bn prior to deployment to UNIFIL.

An Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Mr Micheál Martin T.D., accompanied by the Chief of Staff Séan Clancy, in reviewing the men and women of the 124 Bn prior to their departure.

An excellent…

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Part time service in the Army and Naval Service Reserve offers endless opportunities. Serve as part of a team and develop your real life skills. Be more, apply today at military.ie

Part time service in the Army and Naval Service Reserve offers endless opportunities. Serve as part of a team and develop your real life skills. Be more, apply today at military.ie
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The EU Military Committee said farewell and thank you to Óglaigh na hÉireann Brig Gen Sean White who has served as the Director of CIS and Cyber Defence in the EU Military Staff. Sean will leave this post in the coming weeks.

The EU Military Committee said farewell and thank you to @defenceforces Brig Gen Sean White who has served as the Director of CIS and Cyber Defence in the EU Military Staff. Sean will leave this post in the coming weeks. #StrongerTogether
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Today some our soldiers visited Fort Dunree at the mouth of Lough Swilly in Inishowen. This is a former Artillery post and houses the Rockhill collection in its museum. Following this educational morning, we conducted a navigation exercise over Mamore Gap.

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L.E. Aoibhinn's crew continue to prepare the ship for operational capability. The ship's capabilities will be tested and armament installed. L.E. George Bernard Shaw facilitated the throwing of the dart ceremony, upholding maritime tradition & returning to operations at sea.

L.E. Aoibhinn's crew continue to prepare the ship for operational capability. The ship's capabilities will be tested and armament installed. L.E. George Bernard Shaw facilitated the throwing of the dart ceremony, upholding maritime tradition & returning to operations at sea.
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Delighted to accompany DF_COS to 124 Inf Bn Ministerial Review.

Great to see brief given to families prior to review & following the blessing of the colours! 

Best wishes to all pers in the coming weeks, particularly the 120 on their 1st . ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Delighted to accompany DF_COS to 124 Inf Bn Ministerial Review. Great to see brief given to families prior to review & following the blessing of the colours!  Best wishes to all pers #deploying in the coming weeks, particularly the 120 on their 1st #Mission. #BeMore ☘️🇮🇪☘️
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This week the Cavalry Corps are observing the US Army's at US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence with the 316 CAV BDE🇺🇸
This is a great opportunity for our Gunnery Instructors to engage with global peers & to review & develop Cavalry skills🪖🎯
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This week the Cavalry Corps are observing the US Army's #SullivanCup at @MCoEFortMoore with the @316CAVBDE🇺🇸 This is a great opportunity for our Gunnery Instructors to engage with global peers & to review & develop Cavalry skills🪖🎯 #Cavalry #CarpeDiem @defenceforces ⬛️🟥🟩
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Cathal Brugha Barracks welcomed the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Mr Micheál Martin T.D., accompanied by the Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Seán Clancy, to review the men and women of the 124th Infantry Battalion prior to their departure for a…

Cathal Brugha Barracks welcomed the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Mr Micheál Martin T.D., accompanied by the Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Seán Clancy, to review the men and women of the 124th Infantry Battalion prior to their departure for a…
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UNDOF WITHDRAWAL Part 1

The withdrawal from an overseas mission is a great undertaking, in particular for the logistical teams involved in returning all kit and equipment from the overseas mission to Ireland. Well done to all the teams involved in the repatriation of our assets…

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Nothing like a Company Commander's Challenge to finish up phase one of a course!

It's a busy period for Air Corps College and in particular the Military Training School. Currently we have a POTS NCO Course & an Air Progression Course taking place with a SERE C course and…

Nothing like a Company Commander's Challenge to finish up phase one of a course! It's a busy period for Air Corps College and in particular the Military Training School. Currently we have a POTS NCO Course & an Air Progression Course taking place with a SERE C course and…
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