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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

FORCE PROTECTION is in our veins. Our personal admin now includes: #Facemasks #handsanitiser #TacAides Equipment is all required to complete the MISSION - DEFEAT the spread of #COVID19 protect our pers. Face masks worn by all pers when 2m cannot be maintained. #StaySafe ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Ireland has won #UNSC seat for a two year term. In no small part to the sacrifice of @defenceforces pers with the longest unbroken record of UN Service in the world. Let us remember those that paid the ultimate price for #peace & #Security on foreign soil. RIP comrades ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

This is one Sunday morning I am humbled to be jumping into a car and heading for Cork. #MichaelCollins ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Having spent many years of my life in #Lebanon today’s explosion is heartbreaking & that feeling is felt by every members of @defenceforces that has served in @UNIFIL_ Thoughts are with friends & colleagues in a country already suffering from #COVID19 & economic pressure.☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Well done that #Soldier I’m not surprised one bit. Seeing a Uniform provides an element of Safety no matter what the situation. Experience @defenceforces personnel have from Home & Overseas has taught us how to help in a multitude of situations. It’s not always by use of force.

3 Infantry Battalion

@3_Inf_Bn

4 years

A message recieved from a member of the public over the weekend. Showing the human side of the work @defenceforces soldiers are doing right across the country every day. #COVID19 #StrengthenTheNation 🇮🇪

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 months

A morning of polishing & shining in preparation for #EasterRising commemoration. Good luck to personnel taking part in events across the country. Days of rehearsals & preparation, I have no doubt will be on display! #BeMore ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Former Defence Forces Chief of Staff dies of Covid-19. 54 years of loyal & dedicated service. RIP Sir thoughts are with your family at this extremely difficult time. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Former Defence Forces chief of staff dies of Covid-19

Lieutenant General James Parker served for 44 years, including various overseas hotspots

www.irishtimes.com

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

Across the Country today Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen/women are putting the final touches to their Uniforms. This is to #respect & #remember those that paid the ultimate price for Ireland🇮🇪 National day of Commemoration Parade held on the closest Sunday to 11 July.

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

At 0400 hrs this Morning Capt Tom McHale-Roe ran a marathon in Irishbatt HQ 🇮🇪,South Lebanon 🇱🇧. Capt McHale-Roe ran in aid of #AoibheannsPinkTie finishing in 3hrs 48 mins. A charity that has touched @defenceforces Members far & wide a #selfless Act. 👏👏

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

On this Sad day as comrades & colleagues paid their respects to one of our own taken way to early. RIP Kim Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. I walked beside the Square. It made me stop, and remember why we treat it as hollowed ground, remembering all of our fallen. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Today marks the next chapter in the life of a Lady who spent her career minding others. Staff sister Sheila Deasy began her career with Army Nursing Service in Curragh Hospital. 28 2359 SEP 2020 Sr Deasy commence her next adventure. Best wishes @defenceforces ☘️🇮🇪☘️ #Respect

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Today I got the opportunity to meet & address the Crew of P61 LÉ #SamuelBeckett as part of #Óglaighnahéireann efforts to generate more capacity to help @HSELive . The crew were busy preparing for any tasks assigned. Delivery of tasks will have DF #Values at their core. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Like every week prep the Uniform’s for the coming week. Unlike other weeks Its the unknown of whats coming!! As I prep there are Members deployed in support of @HSELive . Whatever lays ahead the @defenceforces will give it’s all and more #StrenghtentheNation #ValuesInAction ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Today we said thank you to the legend that is BSM Stan Hurley @12Infbn completed close to 43yrs dedicated & loyal service to the State! #Friend #Soldier #Stalwart #Mentor #Coach #Leader are all terms you can associate with Stan. Enjoy the retirement, you’ve earn’t it! ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

A very proud father. No 1 son home after his deployment. #SelflessService

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

4 years

Excited families here at Dublin Airport awaiting the arrival home of the troops of the 114th Inf Bn following a 6 month deployment to Lebanon. #óglaighnahéireann #strengthenthenation #family

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

2020 comes to a close & we find ourselves in strange times. So I’m getting on board with @NTBreakfast & Dr Kelly for #100daysofwalking Why not join me in taking part & ultimately helping look after #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #Resilience #StaySafe #Strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Newstalk Breakfast

@NTBreakfast

3 years

🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️100 Days of Walking returns! Will you be joining Ciara Kelly and thousands around Ireland to get a half hour walk in daily for 100 days?

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 months

RIP Seán, Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

123 Infantry Battalion UNIFIL

@irishpolbatt

5 months

At dawn this morning in South Lebanon, the entire Irish-Polish Battalion paraded in silence to honour the memory of our fallen comrade, Pte Seán Rooney, on his first anniversary. Later, we will honour his memory at the Tibnine Memorial. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

END of an ERA: 65 yrs of #Loyal dedicated service from 1 family. Dermot, Ken, Stephen, Joe, Joe Jr, & Ray NCOs from Sgt - RQMS. Pathfinders to Congo, Lebanon & Liberia. 176 yrs service came to an end recently when Ray retired. Outstanding commitment to the State. #Respect ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Merry Christmas to @defenceforce personnel & their families. To those on duty whether in the #Air , on #Land , or at #Sea , stay safe. A special thought to those away from their families on foreign soil. Enjoy the festive season, as much as is possible. Nollaig Shona ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

FRV #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM @NTBreakfast Really enjoyed this challenge, thank you for all the support along the way. Thank you to those who donated to @pietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Every Soldier/Sailor/Airman & Women took an Oath to defend Ireland from Internal & External threats. The current threat is #COVID19 . Mission success requires more than those in Uniform.The unseen our families that provide the support base 👏👏☘️🇮🇪☘️ #StrenghtentheNation #Respect

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Delighted to visit @irishpolbatt today, great to catch up with RSM @podgesean . Poignant ceremony at Tibnine to remember our soldiers who died while serving in @UNIFIL_ and great to see the troops serving on the blue line in UNP 6-52 ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

In 1993 Brendan Grace travelled to entertain @defenceforces Troops serving with the 73 INF BN, UNIFIL in South Lebanon. On Monday Irish United Nations Veterans (IUNVA) repaid Brendan’s kindness by providing an Honour Guard for his final Journey #respect . RIP Bottler

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

@defenceforces Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

9 months

PATHFINDER- great to see the first International student to attend this course is a @defenceforces Senior #NCO Attendance on course’s of this nature allow us to gauge our #PME & learn lessons from Partner Nations. #Enlisted #CPD going from strength to strength. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence

@NCOLCoE

9 months

Today Master Leader Course Class 009-23 graduated from the NCOLCoE. The class included an international student from the Irish Defense Forces. See more here: @usacac @TRADOC @ArmyUniversity

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

1/2 To the #people & #families who stopped me on my run today to say “Thank you”: We in @defenceforces are honoured to serve you & to support @hselive in the fight against #Covid19 . Everyday we wear our uniform with pride.

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

10 months

Delighted to accompany @DF_COS to Open Day at @farmleighOPW . Well done all personnel involved, on display are the vast array of #Military Capabilities the DF provide to the State. Key to all of it! are the #Men & #Women that wear the #Uniform visit ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

8 months

“This Joint & multiagency operation demonstrates the interoperability of Óglaigh na hÉireann, underlining the unique capability that we bring to the defence of the State. The significant intelligence led planning by the Joint Task Force…” DF Chief of Staff. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

8 months

A Joint Task Force comprising members of the @naval_service , @IrishAirCorps , Army Ranger Wing, Revenue Customs Service & @gardainfo have implemented a co-ordinated operation at sea.

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

#Resilient people can laugh at adversity & make light of their misfortunes. When faced with adversity, a smile is our best weapon because it helps us stay hopeful. Furthermore, it keeps us from focusing on the negative. #Selflessless ☘️🇮🇪☘️ ⁦

Irish soldiers in Lebanon raise almost €30,000 for charities

Soldiers delayed from returning home from Lebanon have raised nearly €30,000 for cancer charities and a suicide-prevention organisation.

www.irishexaminer.com

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

A life less ordinary for 2 days. Thank you to Captain & crew of P63 WB Yeats @naval_service . Insight to the professional & difficult work carried out by All on board. Inspiring to talk to Senior ratings and all their concerns are for their Junior ratings wellbeing & conditions.

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 months

Spine-tingling! Well done to all personnel on Parade today. Total #professionalism on display, by every @defenceforces Man & Women. Special mention for Capt @PaulMurphykk 👏👏☘️🇮🇪☘️ #BeMore #Alifelessordinary

RTÉ News

@rtenews

2 months

The Proclamation of the Irish Republic has been read outside the GPO on O'Connell Street in Dublin at a ceremony to commemorate the 1916 Easter Rising | Read more:

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

Day 92/100 of #100daysofwalking a walk with a difference today. Showing support to a Giant of a man @charliebird49 #WalkWithCharlie

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Keep it going #27InfBn @defenceforces ☘️🇮🇪☘️

US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence

@MCoEFortMoore

1 year

We're just one day away from announcing the world's best sniper team! Take a look at the #InternationalSniperCompetition standings as of last night. #ISC23 #InfantryWeek @NationalGuard @10MTNDIV @curtisbuzzard @USArmy @TRADOC

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Congratulations to BSM Tony Grehan on completion of 43 years of loyal & dedicated Service to @defenceforces #lifelessordinary . Affording Members the secure conditions to achieve this level of #Duty #Service is vital to a knowledgeable|experienced|dedicated organisation. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

Today DF Remembrance Ceremony was held to remember 87 Pers who paid the ultimate price on O/seas service We remember especially the 10 Pers who passed in the last 12 Mths. Very solemn Ceremony held with #families in attendance RIP. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha dílse ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Delighted to accompany @DF_COS to opening of Brú na Farraige. @OneFuchsia #Veterans support centre officially opened by Min for Defence. 1st spoken of in 2018 & seen through today. Well done to all involved in opening #Munsters 1st Veterans support centre. #Camaraderie ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Talk about assessing the situation prior to reacting! How a quiet walk along the beach with your family on #Staycation2020 could have turned out so different if not for the speed & reaction of a true #leader . @defenceforces #ValuesInAction Massive well done Sir. ☘️🇮🇪☘️Carpe Diem

Limerick Leader / Limerick Live

@Limerick_Leader

4 years

Limerick man in dramatic rescue of teen at beach

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Really uplifting programme #VDay @rte the positivity created by the Vaccine rollout was infectious to see! Well done to everyone involved in Vaccinating our Nation 👏👏 Cpl Mc Donnell very well said “many don’t know what we do” #Insurancepolicy #Strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 months

PATHFINDER another first for #enlisted education. Great to see student graduate from Command Senior Enlisted #Leaders Cse. #CSEL Cse conducted @BALTDEFCOL over 12 wks Attendance on cse’s of this nature allow us gauge/build our #PME & learn lessons from Partner’s ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

5/100 51.5km In #100daysofwalking @NTbreakfast Delighted to be joined by the Boss @DF_COS today No better way to clear the mind & look after your well-being #PhysicalActivity Link below to help 2 great charities @OneFuchsia & #aoibheannspinktie ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

5 months

Nollaig Shona daoibh go Léir! Special mention to those deployed on land (home & overseas), in the air & at sea over the festive period. My best wishes & thanks to your families, & hopefully you will have an opportunity to connect & celebrate in you’re own way. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

1/2 D+97 #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM @NTbreakfast Delighted to be joined by the Boss @DF_COS today. No better way to clear the mind & look after your well-being #PhysicalActivity Link below to help 2 great charities. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

A very happy St Patrick Day to @defenceforces members, families & veterans. Those deployed on #Land #Sea #Air & Overseas #staysafe A special though for all frontline works who will go to work on 17th March as usual to battle #COVID19 #Strenghtenthenation #ProudtobeIrish ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

1 month

Good luck Gents! ☘️🇮🇪☘️

US Army Maneuver Center of Excellence

@MCoEFortMoore

1 month

Take a look - the sharp shooters have arrived and are ready to show us their shots! Stick around throughout the week to see who comes out on top in the 2024 #InternationalSniperCompetition ! #InfantryWeek @USArmy @316CAVBDE @TRADOC

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

20 of #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM - next Radio Check RV3 30 Jan - 300km. Decided I may try and raise funds for @pietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #Motivation #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #StaySafe #Strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Together with 6 fellow Sgt Majors/WO, from across Defence Forces, we were delighted to engage with @IRLCoDF Focus of our forum, was for those who currently serve & those that will replace us. Creating an Organisation that #values -service #loyalty & improved structures. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

14/100 #100daysofwalking @NTBreakfast @NewstalkFM Todays walk is dedicated to #AislingMurphy #SheOnlyWentForARun RIP Aisling Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

We must remember going forward the sacrifices made in the past. Today the Cavalry Corps paid tribute to those that have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of #peace & #strenghtenthenation Carpe Diem.

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

To all personnel serving home & abroad happy St Patrick’s Day. Stay safe and stick to @HSELive advice. Spare a thought for those on the frontline looking after our citizens. I salute you all.

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

A snapshot of the MISSION over 72 hours @defenceforces Adopts a force posture to assist in #StrenghtenTheNation . Firefighting, Innovation #ABwipes , PPE distribution Nursing Homes, PPE Inbound collection, Ambulance crews, #COVID19 testing & Contact Tracing. #ProudSoldier ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Congratulations to the newest Members of @defenceforces . Well done to all the trg & support staff that made this happen. The very best of luck to all in your future adventures. Every organisation requires new blood whilst retaining its experience to help it flourish. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

50/ #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM @NTBreakfast next Radio Check RV6 01 Mar - 600km. Thank you to those who donated to @pietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #ItsOkNotToBeOk #PromoteThePositive #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

MISSION over 72 hours @IrishAirCorps support neonatal transfer. #Army PPE Inbound collection, Ambulance crews, #COVID19 testing & Contact Tracing. @naval_service support test facilities Whilst conducting framework Operations home & abroad by 3 services. #ProudSoldier ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

Great discussions over the last couple of days with WO1 Glenn Haughton @SEAC_Defence 🇮🇪🇬🇧 @defenceforces . Very similar Issues facing both Organisations. #StrengthenTheNation @DF_COS

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Proud & privileged to attend 107th anniversary of the #Easter #Rising Well done to all who participated in State #ceremonial tasking’s. The prep by #Soldiers #Sailors #Airmen & #Airwomen goes very much unseen. To the watchful eye it was very evident! #Professional ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

From #EscortsOfHonour @DFCavalryCorps to 75th Anniversary Salute @naval_service I have always enjoyed maintaining my Uniform & attempting to keep the standards that have been instilled in me from my early days of #Recruit training. #IrishNavy75 #Standards #Proud #Soldier ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

23.59 see’s a Changing of the Guard for the @defenceforces Thank you @DF_COS , 48 yrs of loyal Service to the State. Best wishes for the next chapter Lt Gen Seán Clancy will assume responsibility as Chief of Staff, best wishes in your new appointment #strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

Honoured to be present on #PKDay with Personnel of @irishpolbatt Poignant wreath laying ceremony to honour our comrades that paid the ultimate price. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha dílse. Delighted for opportunity to say hello to No1 Son & many friends. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Always there when called upon. The effort by @defenceforces personnel across the West/South of the country to assist the Citizens of that region at a time of need is commendable. 🤞 #stormjorge doesn’t add to much misery to the residence. Stay safe members |air|land|sea|.☘️🇮🇪☘️

6 Infantry Battalion

@6_Inf_Bn

4 years

6 Bn delivering 450 sandbags with workparty to Potlick area, Glasson, Westmeath. #irisharmy #defenceforces #strengthenthenation

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Even though @defenceforces pers & their families are under strain, it doesn’t stop the countless number of #Selfless acts being performed by DF members. All 3 services helping others is a credit to the character of the DF. #ValuesInAction #StrenghtenTheNation #Respect #Integrity

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

Best wishes to all ⁦ @defenceforces ⁩ personnel taking part in todays ceremony. A memorable day in our history, 100 years since handover of power to first Irish govt. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Ceremony marks handover of power to first Irish govt

Today marks the 100th anniversary of the formal handover of power by the British to the incoming Provisional Irish Government.

www.rte.ie

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@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

D+98 #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM Delighted to have the company of the @DF_ACOS Amazing how getting out clears the mind. Great company & a few laughs along the way. Thank you for the donations in support of @PietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

Delighted to support our troops, and be present today at @dublinpride . Great respect shown to the uniform by all. @defenceforces @DF_COS

Peter O Halloran

@PeterOHalloran1

5 years

Delighted to take part in Pride Parade in Dublin today with the Defence Forces @DublinPride @dfpo @RDFRepAssoc @pdforra #pride #leadership #StrengthenTheNation

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@DF_Sgt_Major

28 days

Great to get out & visit the #124InfBn preparing to deploy to #Lebanon @UNIFIL Pers conducting Life Fire Tactical Training, & confirming their #TTPs . Great blend of old & new blood. 30 counties represented & 120+ pers first #deployment Troops are in good hands! ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Privileged this morning to accompany DF Chief of Staff to remember fallen ANZAC troops. Dawn service to mark 108 years since soldiers from Australia 🇦🇺 & New Zealand 🇳🇿 landed on the beaches of Gallipoli. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamacha dílse. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Lá Fhéile Pádraig sona duit @defenceforces personnel, their families & our veterans. Special thought for those on duty today, #Land #Sea & #Air & Overseas #staysafe #CarpeDiem #BeMore #ProudtobeIrish ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Great news concerning 115 & 116 Bn @irishpolbatt rotations. Providing certainty for Troops & Families. Both 115/116 Bn going about their business as utter #professionals . Unprecedented times are a reminder to all DF of “The exigencies of service”. #Military #ValuesInAction ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

⁦ @DF_COS ⁩ Vice Admiral Mark Mellett “Said he felt it was important that the awards go ahead this year. However he said he was sad the families could not be in attendance, explaining: “We all serve because of the sacrifice of our families” ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Army Sergeant who fell to earth among those honoured at awards ceremony

“I had a hard landing” is how Sergeant Paul Halpin describes the parachute accident that almost led him to lose his life.

www.independent.ie

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

A timely reminder of the dangers and sacrifices made by our @naval_service 30 yrs ago today Personnel responded to a #Mayday from 🇪🇸 FV Gardotza. In a perilous mission LS Michael Quinn DSM lost his life & AB Paul Kellett DSM was injured. RIP LS Quinn. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

4 years

#ÓglaighnahÉireann conducts defence & security ops over Ireland's maritime area of interest, defending our territorial seas, deterring intrusive aggressive or illegal acts & protecting our marine assets. @naval_service @IrishAirCorps #security #defence #protect #Military #safety

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

A day of remembrance & passing of Corps traditions & history. Today we especially remember Trooper Jonathon Mongo Campbell (Beirut) whose 21st Anniversary is today. RIP Comrade. ☘️🇮🇪☘️ #CarpeDiem #Respect #Remember

Defence Forces Cavalry Corps

@DFCavalryCorps

4 years

Today members of the Cavalry Corps, past & present, held a solemn ceremony to remember their comrades who have lost their lives in service to the State & those who have passed away in the last year #Cavalry #CarpeDiem #óglaighnahéireann #StrengthentheNation #WeAreYou #Remembrance

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

We all deal with Stress differently. It is an area of well-being we need to keep to the forefront during these uncertain times. #PhysicalHealth utilise @defenceforces PTS. #MentalHealth ensure you’re awareness of resources available see #Inspire ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Definitely a #lifelessordinary .

Irish Naval Service

@naval_service

4 years

Congratulations to the members of the 3rd Combined #Diving Course who successfully completed 11 weeks of intense #training earlier today. Having received their initial qualification, the 3 new #military #divers will now undergo a further 5 week mixed gas course. Bravo Zulu 🇮🇪

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

7 months

Outstanding! Well done to every one of you, along with those that supported you getting to the LOA.. you should be extremely proud. A great 50th Birthday present for your Unit. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

28 Infantry Battalion

@28infantry

7 months

1. We are delighted report that our team representing @defenceforces has been awarded the Gold Medal at Ex #CambrianPatrol hosted by @BritishArmy 's @ArmyInWales . This arduous event tests small unit patrolling and fieldcraft skills with participants traversing 60km over 48 hours

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

A lovely day for personnel of the 67 Inf Gp @UNDOF in the presence of their families & loved ones, on the occasion of Ministerial Review. Best wishes to all personnel during your deployment, & thank you to your families for their support. #MilitaryFamily #BeMore ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

On days like today I beam with pride, for being a member of the Defence Forces! Let #thefightback begin. Well done #Soldiers #Sailors & #Airmen & #Women deployed on this task & all those others over the last 12 months. #Respect #strenghtenthenation #StaySafe ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

3 years

Our troops have deployed to 6 Mass Vaccination Centres in Sligo, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, Cork & Dublin to support @HSELive #COVID19 Vaccination Programme providing: -site operation managers -teams of vaccinators -logistic support -vaccine distribution #StrengthenTheNation

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

1/2 When you realise the Boss is looking on. Dearcaig Fó Clé Students of the 13th All Arms STD NCO Cse #InfantrySchool . Whilst conducting their combat fitness assessment this morning in challenging conditions look up to see the @DF_COS conducting his own physical training.☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Having been that Soldier on many #peacekeeping Missions let’s not forget those that support us to serve. Support from our #families is what allows us step forward while they hold the ground behind. Medals we receive are as much earned by them as us. #thankyou one and all. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

More than 160 military officers & enlisted personnel today at the conferring of academic awards on members of @defenceforces #lifelonglearning . A fitting ceremony in the presence of members families who support loved ones to allow them excel & achieve their awards. #resilience

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

25 years ago I had a goal to join an Organisation that I cherished & always wanted a career in @defenceforces . To this day I enjoy driving to work. I could achieve my goal because of the security provided for myself/family that my contract allowed for. #AcareerSoldier #retention

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

1/2 Doing the Extraordinary not the Ordinary. Defence Forces Dive Group supporting @IrishAirCorps Military Training School conducting the Final Ex for Survival Evasion Resistance Extraction Course #SERE #resilience 5 hard days ahead the best of luck to all. #mentalToughness

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

So as you sit comfortable please think of the #Soldiers of @OC1MIC displaying #PhysicalCourage & #Selflessness . 2000km run over 24hrs in full combat equip. To raise funds for @PietaHouse & DF Benevolent fund. Motivate & Support them via link below☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

1 year

Humbled to accompany @DF_COS to @UNIFIL I witnessed a Unit bonded by grieve & loss. Their professionalism is a credit to all 121 Bn pers. An emotional ceremony remembering all DF pers who paid the ultimate price. Pte Rooney (RIP) & his comrades to the fore of our minds. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

1/2 We Train to ensure we are Ready|Willing|Able for all situations in all environments home & abroad. Ultimately the states Insurance policy performed by #professional #loyal #courageous members of @defenceforces . ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

30 of #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM - next Radio Check RV4 09 Feb - 400km. Thank you to those who donated for @pietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #ItsOkNotToBeOk #PromoteThePositive #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #StaySafe #Strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

An element of a #Military persons life, todays is prepping for #Veterans Day ceremony! To all attending have a great day. Enjoy the catch up conversations & camaraderie that is part of Military life. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Face’s of LOYALTY | DEDICATION | COMMITMENT & SERVICE. @defenceforces Members who have deployed on tasks such as #Tracing #Testing #Engineering #Transporting Some of the tasks assisting State agencies in the fight against #COVID19 24|7|365 ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 months

Delighted to accompany @DF_DCOS_SP to @UNDOF A great opportunity to engage with pers, & provide updates covering many areas. A pleasure to witness the #professionalism of 68 Inf GP. Best wishes, for mammoth task ahead to extract pers & equip from #Mission area. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

Crossed StartLine #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM @NTBreakfast next Radio Check RV1 10 Jan - 100km. Thank you to those who donated to @OneFuchsia & #AoibheannsPinkTie link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #PromoteThePositive #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

2 years

100/100 done with 100km over the weekend to finish off. Blown away with support via donations & company this weekend. 👏 to everyone who took part. Link ⬇️ In aid #aoibheannspinktie & @OneFuchsia SM Out! #ItsOKtonotbeOK #PromoteThePositive ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

Well done to all DF & DFA involved specific thank you #ARW operators on a job very well executed in extreme conditions. Very proud to call you #Comrades . Thank you to your families for the support they provided allowing you concentrate on the #Mission at hand. 👏👏☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

3 years

Mission Complete….. The ARW have successfully completed their deployment, supporting the @dfatirl ECAT operation in Kabul. Our highly trained operators provided security & assistance throughout this highly complex mission. @IRLDeptDefence #StrengthenTheNation 🇮🇪

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

“Hello 0, 72Z back @ Base Closing Down, Out” the Epitome of an RSM. The Keeper of #Traditions #Standards #Values #Professionalism 42 years of #dedicated service to @defenceforces RSM Johny Murray stood down today. Johny the best wishes in your next adventure. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

Those of us who serve can only do so with the support & sacrifice of our #families . On #InternationalDayOfFamilies we thank you all, especially the families of our deployed personnel who are separated from loved ones at this time. #ThankYou #SaluteYou ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

4 years

DF Members & Families. With immediate effect INSPIRE 24/7 Helpline & Counselling Service is now available to #family members of Defence Forces personnel, on a temporary basis for 6 months. For more info, please follow the link below to our members area:

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

5 years

Today was a very proud day for Seven members of @defenceforces . They are the recipients of DF #values awards. I was humbled to be in their company & to hear their stories & actions. Presented by Supreme Commander of @defenceforces @PresidentIRL who recognised the commitment of DF

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@DF_Sgt_Major

8 months

Neil, the turnout today was testament to the high esteem & respect you are held in. Over 43 yrs’ your professionalism has help mould & shape, many pers past & present across the ranks. Thank you for your friendship & advice. Best wishes for life’s next adventure! ☘️🇮🇪☘️

GOC DFTC

@goc_dftc

8 months

Today, the DFTC honored RSM Neil Matthews with a Stand Down parade, marking the conclusion of his distinguished 43-year service. Congratulations to RSM Matthews. We extend our best wishes to him and Carmel as they embark on this new chapter in retirement.

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

40| #100daysofwalking @NewstalkFM next Radio Check RV5 19 Feb - 500km. Thank you to those who donated to @pietaHouse & @ALONE_IRELAND link ⬇️ Sierra Mike Out! #ItsOkNotToBeOk #PromoteThePositive #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #Strenghtenthenation ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

3 years

#RoleModel RSM John Murray “There is nothing John can’t find a solution for. He has a very calm deameanour & nothing is ever too much trouble” Johnny presented with #COVID19 National Volunteer award I couldn’t think of a more fitting winner #Selfless #Loyalty #Integrity ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

10 months

Delighted to accompany @DF_COS to meet crew of @LEWBYEATS #P63 during their deployment with #OPIRINI @EUNAVFOR_MED Great discussion (food for thought) with the #Ships company, special thanks to OC & CPO Kiely. Far wind & following Seas! #BeMore #Alifelessordinary ☘️🇮🇪☘️

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

#Niemba 60 anniversary RIP comrades. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

4 years

This afternoon the 60th Commemoration of the Niemba Ambush took place in Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines at the Memorial Garden outside the Garrison Church. Wreaths were laid separately in a reduced ceremony, adhering to Covid-19 guidelines. 1/3 #niemba60

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

4 years

United Nations flag to fly over Leinster House. 28 Jun 1958, not one Day has passed that Irish Troops have not donned the Blue Beret in the service of peace. A record to be extremely proud of. ☘️🇮🇪☘️

United Nations flag to fly over Leinster House

The United Nations flag will fly over Leinster House to mark Ireland's successful election to the United Nations Security Council.

www.rte.ie

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DF_Sgt_Major

@DF_Sgt_Major

1 month

Congrats to #68InfGp on completion of successful tour & repatriation along with DFHQ & Corps colleagues. Thank you to the family’s for your sacrifice, which allowed your loved one’s do their job! Enjoy the well earned break, we look forward to seeing you all upon return.☘️🇮🇪☘️

Óglaigh na hÉireann

@defenceforces

1 month

In October, the families of the 68th Infantry Group had to say goodbye to their loved ones as they departed to Syria. Six months later, this afternoon was a happy occasion at Dublin Airport as they got to welcome them back!! This is the last time that Defence Forces personnel…

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