An open invitation has been issued to members of the Defence Forces to the launch of The Kidnapping, a book by journalists Tommy Conlon and Ronan McGreevy, on the kidnapping and rescue of Don Tidey in 1983. The launch takes place on Thursday, 26th October 2023 at 6.30 pm in Book Upstairs, 17 D’Olier Street, […]
Author Archives: William Campbell
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ARCO is seeking a volunteer from among its members to take over the running of its LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook platforms. Launched in March 2022, these platforms provide our organisation with an effective means of communicating with our members and informing our Target Audience. Our Social Media Manager oversees their structure, presentation, and content. ARCO’s […]
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REMINDER 1: The Chief of Staff, Lieutenant-General Seán Clancy, has issued an invitation to ARCO members to this year’s Defence Forces Veterans’ Day. The ceremony takes place on Sunday, 1st October, in McKee Barracks, Dublin, commencing at 1400 hours. A representative group from ONET and IUNVA will parade, and will be reviewed by the Minister […]
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The Chief of Staff, Lieutenant-General Seán Clancy, has issued an invitation to ARCO members to this year’s Defence Forces Veterans’ Day. The ceremony takes place on Sunday, 1st October, in McKee Barracks, Dublin, commencing at 1400 hours. To demonstrate solidarity with Óglaigh na hÉireann during these challenging times, the Executive Committee strongly encourages ARCO members […]
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ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant-Colonel Raymond L (Ray) Roche of Clontarf, Dublin, and Duncormick, Wexford, on September 18th 2023, peacefully, surrounded by his family in the care of St. Vincent’s Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Margaret, loving father of Paul, Gary, Nuala and Claire. Very sadly missed by […]
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ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Colonel Seán Hurley, Cuan Scí, Rath, Caherdaniel, County Kerry and The Orchards, Montenotte, Cork City on September 16th, 2023, peacefully at the Mater Hospital Cork, surrounded by his family. Dearly beloved husband and best friend of Brenda (nèe Bracken). Loving father of John, Catherine, Miriam, […]
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ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant-Commander Aidan Kehoe of Glenwood, Carrigaline, County Cork. On September 14th 2023, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, at Cork University Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Anne. Loving and much-loved father of Joan (Desmond), Audrey (O’Driscoll) and Shane. Sadly missed by his sons-in-law Michael […]
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ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Colonel Patrick (Paddy) Ghent, late of Terenure, Dublin and formerly of Cork. On September 1st, 2023, peacefully at Orwell Private Nursing Home. Beloved husband of Eve; he will be very sadly missed by his loving wife, brother Fr Billy Ghent and sister Sr. Bernie Ghent, […]
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ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant Lorcán O’Rourke, Moorefield Park, Newbridge, County Kildare on 26th August 2023. Lorcán passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family in the care of the staff in the Lynn Ward, Tallaght University Hospital, after a long illness borne with great dignity. Predeceased by his […]
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The 29th Annual General Meeting of the Association of Retired Commissioned Officers (ARCO) will be held at 1100 hrs, on Friday 6th October 2023, in the Auditorium, Headquarters 2 Brigade, Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin 6. Formal notification is being forwarded to members. Members are encouraged to attend this important event in ARCO’s annual calendar. […]