The President and members of the Executive Committee of the Association of Retired Commissioned Officers wish all members of the association and of the Defence Forces, serving both at home and overseas, a very happy Christmas and a contented and peaceful New Year.
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Statement by the Minister for Defence, Mr. Alan Shatter, T.D., on Defence Budget 2012 Re-organisation of the Defence Forces A major re-organisation of the Defence Forces will be initiated arising from the reduction in strength of the Permanent Defence Force to 9,500 personnel. This will include a reduction in the number of Army Brigades from […]
Looking for that ideal present for the military person in your life? Chiefs of Staff: The Portrait Collection of The Irish Defence Forces, edited by Colonel Tom Hodson, could be the answer to that ongoing problem. The Book has a foreword by the President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, together with fascinating articles on the collection […]
The Curragh Military Museum is well worth a visit by the history buffs among us or as part of a great family day out. The following information will help with the planning. Opening Times Monday – Thursday 0930hrs – 1500hrs Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays Curator Lt Col Des Healy E-Mail des.healy@defenceforces.ie curraghmilitary.museum@defenceforces.ie […]
Defence Forces Annual Gala Concert Saturday 20 October 8 pm National Concert Hall Defence Forces Bands and special guest soprano Orla Boylan will combine for an evening of military favourites and popular arias. The highlight of the year for all military band enthusiasts. The proceeds of the concert are donated to the Defence Forces Benevolent […]