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A C295 mission to Kosovo recently saw Defence Forces personnel and mission sustainment supplies delivered to our contingent serving with KFOR, as Ireland continues its long-standing commitment to the NATO-led peace support mission. Supporting those who serve Ireland overseas remains a priority for the Defence Forces.
Óglaigh na hÉireann30,262 views • 1 month ago
On Thursday, 15 MAY 26, the first chalk of the 127th Infantry Battalion arrived home following a challenging and demanding deployment with UNIFIL in South Lebanon. Throughout their deployment, personnel of the 127th Infantry Battalion operated in a complex and volatile environment, displaying professionalism, resilience and courage while representing Ireland and Óglaigh na hÉireann with distinction. #ÓglaighnahÉireann #DefendOurState
Óglaigh na hÉireann17,032 views • 1 month ago
On the 26th of September 2023, the MV Matthew was interdicted by the Joint Task Force (JTF) on Drug Interdiction. The JTF consists of the Revenue Customs Service, An Garda Síochána and the Naval Service as the lead representatives for the Defence Forces. During this operation, all three services of Óglaigh na hÉireann were deployed. The Naval Service's L.E. William Butler Yeats interdicted the MV Matthew, while the Air Corps' C295 and PC12 provided surveillance and overwatch to enable an AW139 to deploy members of the Army Ranger Wing by fast rope onto the MV Matthew to secure and take control of the vessel. These unique skillsets provided by Óglaigh na hÉireann, supported Revenue Customs Service and An Garda Síochána in making the largest drugs seizure in the history of the state. The operation represents the culmination of the constant planning and preparation conducted by our people, across all the three services of Óglaigh na hÉireann.
Óglaigh na hÉireann75,000 views • 11 months ago
“Be at the Bursting Doors of Doom and in the Dark Deliver Us!” Members of the 2nd Regiment gathered last Thursday, the 4th of December, to celebrate Saint Barbara’s Day. The 4th December marks the celebration of Saint Barbara’s Day. The patron saint of Artillery. On that day in the year 267 she was condemned to death with her own father planning to carry out her execution after she acknowledged herself to be Christian. As punishment by God, he was struck down by lightning and consumed by flame akin to that of the shock and awe delivered by artillery fire on the Battlefield.
Óglaigh na hÉireann27,489 views • 6 months ago
On 09 September 25, the Defence Forces unveiled the new Óglaigh na hÉireann GAA jerseys in Croke Park. A symbol of our shared organisational values of community, teamwork, and pride. Defence Forces GAA President Major General Anthony McKenna was in attendance and said “I am delighted to be here today for the launch of the new Óglaigh na hÉireann Cumann Luthchleas Gael jerseys. The GAA and the Defence Forces share deeply rooted values of community, teamwork, and commitment, and we have always enjoyed a proud tradition of working closely together. These jerseys are a symbol not only of our partnership but also of the enduring spirit of service and pride that both organisations represent. I look forward to seeing them worn with the same dedication and passion that define both Óglaigh na hÉireann and Cumann Luthchleas Gael. Ag tacu agus ag eadroma ar gCluichi Naisiunta”. Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael Jarlath Burns said: "I am delighted to officially welcome members of the Defence Forces to Croke Park today in recognition of the long relationship our organisations share and the Gaelic games competitions they organise for their members. The cast of players they have invited here today to help with the unveiling of new Defence Forces GAA jerseys underlines the calibre of players involved and the high regard in which our games are held. The presence of members of the Defence Forces on the biggest days in our calendar, through the involvement of the colour parties, reminds us of the long and enduring links with Cumann Lúthchleas Gael and I hope this is something that continues for many years to come." #IrishDefenceForces #DefendOurState
Óglaigh na hÉireann21,058 views • 9 months ago
The Irish Contingent (IRCON) of the EU Battlegroup departed Casement Aerodrome today, 3rd April, on a Luftwaffe C130J and A400m for Hungary to participate in MILEX25. This exercise is designed to test interoperability in planning and conducting operations across the tactical, operational and strategic level.
Óglaigh na hÉireann26,724 views • 1 year ago
In advance of their deployment to South Lebanon next month, the 125 Infantry Battalion have successfully conducted their Mission Readiness Exercise (MRE) in the Glen of Imaal. These two weeks are the culmination of 3 months of intensive preparation ahead of their deployment and they have practiced and honed a broad range of skills for their role including armoured force protection, patrolling and mobility, surveillance, communications, medical and operational expertise. The troops of the 125 Inf Bn are being put through their paces in a variety of realistic exercises. The Mission Readiness Exercise puts commanders and soldiers through a demanding series of scenarios based on the current situation in Lebanon and potential threats that may be encountered in the volatile mission area. In the last number of days the troops have faced a series of scenarios involving simulated explosive strikes, air mobile helicopter drills, anti ambush tactics, detailed operational planning and medical evacuation exercises.
Óglaigh na hÉireann30,223 views • 1 year ago
Fáilte abhaile, agus míle buíochas! ☘️ Soldiers are nothing without the support network of family and friends behind them! Having spent 6 months working for peace and stability in one of the most volatile regions in the Middle East, members of the 124 128 Infantry Battalion UNIFIL returned home yesterday to a huge welcome by those family and friends! #home #family #military #ireland #defenceforces #peacekepers
Óglaigh na hÉireann17,089 views • 1 year ago
Today the Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Seán Clancy welcomed the publication of the Detailed Implementation Plan for the Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces. “The publication of this Detailed Implementation Plan for the Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces is a very important step on the journey of transformative change of our Defence Forces, which builds on the progress that has already been achieved since the Commission’s report was published in February 2022.” For more information checkout the Detailed Implementation Plan - #change #transformation
Óglaigh na hÉireann23,095 views • 2 years ago
For the 101st Cadet Class, the Platoon Attack assessments represent the culmination of their leadership and tactical training on their path to becoming Commissioned Officers. A Platoon Attack consists of a platoon advancing to contact in order to seize an objective or reach their limit of exploitation. Each platoon has 31 personnel broken into a headquarters of 4 and three sections of 9 soldiers, each led by an NCO. A Cadet under assessment as a Platoon Commander must deliver a quick set of orders and advance their platoon to contact with an opposing force (OPFOR). After having contacted the OPFOR, the Cadet must fix them in place using suppressive fire from one section, while manoeuvring a second section onto the OPFOR's position to neutralise them. With their third section held in reserve, it affords the cadet flexibility in dealing with in-depth OPFOR positions or to give another section time to consolidate before continuing their advance.
Óglaigh na hÉireann11,722 views • 11 months ago