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@defenceforces
Óglaigh na hÉireann
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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…
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@dfreserve
Reserve Defence Forces (Ireland)
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Serve in the Naval Service in your spare time. Apply to join the Naval Service Reserve today!
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@dfreserve
Reserve Defence Forces (Ireland)
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Serve in your spare time.
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@28infantry
28 Infantry Battalion
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Today, to mark the end of our units 50th anniversary celebrations, each serving soldier has been issued with a 'Pictorial History of the 28 Bn in 2023'. This booklet captures the activities of the unit from 01 Jan - 31 Dec 23, & highlights the varied roles of a 28 Bn soldier.
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@irishpolbatt
123 Infantry Battalion UNIFIL
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At dawn on #ANZAC Day this week, senior members of the Battalion joined our UNTSO colleagues from New Zealand and Fiji, based here in Camp Shamrock, to commemorate the ANZAC war dead, many of them Irish. @NZDefence @FijiMissionUN
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@1Bde_Official
1 Brigade 🇮🇪 Defence Forces
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The Potential NCO course in 1 Bde are currently on their physical training leader module. Today, the head of high performance with @OfficialCorkGAA , Aidan O Connell, shared his knowledge and experience with them. #bemore #LifelongLearning
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@defenceforces
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On Friday last, the 29th Young Officers Wings Course pilots received their well-earned military wings in the Flying Training School, Baldonnel. This momentous occasion highlights the dedication, resilience, and exceptional training undergone by these young officers as they step…
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@IrishAirCorps
Irish Air Corps
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Congratulations to the newly qualified @IrishAirCorps pilots from the 29th Young Officer Course who received their military pilots wings last Friday. Also pictured are members of 99th Cadet class who were commissioned last Wednesday and will soon begin their flying training.
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@defenceforces
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PSA - Large convoys of military equipment will be moving from Dublin port to the Defence Forces Training Centre today via the M50 and M7 at 1000, 1400 and 1700hrs.
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@defenceforces
Óglaigh na hÉireann
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For the most up to date announcements on Defence Forces recruitment and information on some of the benefits associated with a career in the Defence Forces give our Recruitment team a follow! #bemore #defenceforces #Ireland #army #navalservice #aircorps
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@28infantry
28 Infantry Battalion
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We were delighted to visit St. Columba’s Comprehensive, Glenties today, where our personnel briefed students on the opportunities and experiences offered by a career in the Defence Forces. A big thank you to all the staff and students of St. Columba’s for their hospitality. 🦁🇮🇪
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@defenceforces
Óglaigh na hÉireann
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On a recent visit to UNIFIL, Maj Gen Tony McKenna, DCOS (Ops) accompanied by Col Tom McGrath, SIO UNIFIL visited Irish troops serving with the @irishpolbatt at UNP 2-45 and the two Blue Line Posts, where he met with DF personnel, received briefings and first-hand accounts of the…
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@DF_Sgt_Major
DF_Sgt_Major
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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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@defenceforces
Óglaigh na hÉireann
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This month's issue of An Cosántoir, which is now available online. To view please click on the link below. Print editions will be sent to units in the coming weeks. Thanks to all those who have contributed to this edition. #irishdefenceforces
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@CurraghFrc
Curragh FRC
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Huge congratulations to the 99th Cadet Class & 41st Air Corps Cadet Class who were commissioned in the DFTC today. We were delighted to be attend such a special occasion. Well done to @dftc_pio who hosted such a wonderful event.
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@defenceforces
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For many in the 99th Cadet Class, it was a day they felt would never arrive! But it did, congrats to all on successful completion of training and on receiving your commissions! A proud day for all, the class were joined by family, friends and the public as the ceremony returned…
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@IrishAirCorps
Irish Air Corps
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Are you a school guidance counsellor? Want to find out more about the Air Corps Cadetship and other recruitment pathways? Join the TY HUB @IrishAirCorps webinar on the 24th April to find out more! Register through the TY HUB
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@irishpolbatt
123 Infantry Battalion UNIFIL
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On a recent visit to UNIFIL, Maj Gen Tony McKenna, DCOS(Ops) visited 123 Inf Bn at UNP 2-45 and the two Blue Line Posts, where he met with DF Personnel, received briefings and first-hand accounts of the challenging operational environment. #UNIFIL #Peacekeeper
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