The statutory place of deposit for the records of the Irish Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann), Department of Defence and Army Pensions Board.
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#DidYouKnow that as part of our goal to ensure the preservation of Ireland’s digital archival heritage, we've joined the Open Preservation Foundation? @OpenPreserve provides a forum to develop our digital skills, a key aim in our Strategic Plan, 2021-2025. @DeptCultureIRL
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In July 1935, the 3rd Infantry Battalion, held a successful “Smoker” in McDonagh Barracks, Curragh Camp. The function was an opportunity to celebrate the successes of the Battalion in varied sporting spheres, especially rifle marksmanship. "Dilis go Bráth"
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In February 1941, the students of Cross and Passing Convent, Kilcullen, presented the operetta "Tangles'' at the Gymnasium Curragh Camp. The cast was supported by Mr. McNamara on violin from Kilcullen, Corporal F. Harrigan (tenor) and No. 3 Army Band.
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Between 1939 and 1945 (‘the Emergency’), soldiers were stationed in all military installations throughout the country. In November 1940, a “Barrack Variety" show was brought to the Curragh Camp for the entertainment of the troops.
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In March 1933, in what was called the “Greatest Snowstorm”, the Curragh Camp was temporally cut off from the outside world. However, a shortage of bread and milk was soon alleviated by the army bakery and a ingenious dairy farmer from Maddenstown.
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A new month is upon us and we’re diving into the unknown with the theme of #EYARúndiamhair / #EYAMystery
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What mysteries are hidden in your collections? Share your most intriguing records by using the hashtags to get involved!
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In January 1944, a Grand New Year Dance was held by the Curragh District L.D.F.. Music was by Phil Murtagh’s Metropole Band. Catering by Mrs. Lawlor and Son’s, Dancing 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Tickets 12/-
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A large ceremonial parade took place at the Curragh Camp on Monday, 11th July 1938 at 8pm. The ceremony involving one thousand troops from the camp was held in conjunction with the evacuation of British forces from the treaty ports in Cork Harbour.
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In March 1941, the Most Rev. Dr. Barton. Archbishop of Dublin (Church of Ireland) paid his first official visit to the Curragh Camp. Following a service in St. Paul’s Garrison Church, the Archbishop visited the British and German internees at K-Lines.
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Illustrating one of the most complex periods in Ireland's history
Dr Donal Ó Drisceoil, @UCCHistory and an editor of Atlas of the Irish Civil War, writes in @irishexaminer.
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ALT The Intelligence Man, by Mick O’Dea. This portrait of Erskine Childers featured on a commemorative stamp issued by An Post in November 2022 to mark the centenary of his execution. (Image courtesy of An Post)
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Atlas of the Irish Civil War completes 'history trilogy' in acclaimed Atlas series
Launching today @NLIreland, Atlas of the Irish Civil War sheds new light on a tumultuous, tragic and complex period in Irish history.
Read: bit.ly/UCCIR24 @CorkUP
ALT A section of Keating's Allegories of Change, the cover image of 'Atlas of the Irish Civil War: New Perspectives' launched today by Cork University Press.
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Recorded live @EPfestival: What was the real death toll of the Irish Civil War?
@JohnDorney2 joined @HistIreHedge to share findings from The Irish Civil War Fatalities Project @UCCHistory.
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ALT National Army recruits marching through the Curragh in 1922. The National Army was more working class than the IRA in 1922. Image © RTÉ Photographic Archive
ALT Map of total fatalities across the thirty-two counties between 28 June 1922 and 24 May 1923. The categories included in this map are, on the anti-Treaty side, IRA, Cumann na mBan and Fianna Éireann, and on the pro-Treaty side, National Army, Civic Guard, Citizens' Defence Force (CDF) and Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Among crown forces fatalities were members of the British Army, the Royal Airforce and the Ulster Special Constabulary (USC).
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Private John O’Connell recalls the events in an interview recorded in 1965
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#OTD 1922 Michael Collins revolutionary leader, chairman of the Irish provisional government & commander-in-chief of the provisional govnmnt army was killed in an ambush in the emote valley of Béal na Blath, close to his birthplace in West Cork.
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In December 1958, several republican I.R.A. internees escaped from the Tin Town internment camp. The internees quickly dispersed into the local countryside, many laying low and hiding in the furze bushes that grow in abundance on the Curragh plains.
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In February 1955, tenders were sought for the building of the new Catholic Church, Curragh Camp. The church officially opened on the 8th November 1959. The general contractor was Messrs, M. J. Davis and Co., Ltd, the architects, Messrs, G. Mitchell.
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Great turnout for this afternoons discussion at @thelinenhall
Cécile Chemin, Senior Archivist at the Military Archives in Dublin, for an overview of the material relating to the northern counties in the Military Service Pensions Collection.
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Thank you @CecileArchives for providing us with a terrific overview of the Military Service Pensions archive, particularly the material it holds on the 'six counties' today as part of @FeileBelfast. Excellent intro and chairing from @MargaretWard1.
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In May 1956, forty-seven students of the potential NCOs course completed their training at McDonagh Bks, Curragh Camp. Col. A. T. Lawler, O.C. Curragh Camp, inspected the parade and complimented the men on their high standard of training.
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In June 1930, an advertisement was placed in the Waterford Standard newspaper of a Defence Forces Recruitment drive in the Southeast of the country. Unmarried men of Good Character (Ages 18 to 28; Height at least 5ft. 2in.) are required for service.
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