Royal Irish Regiment

Private Michael Byrne's Silver War Badge

The Silver War Badge, often incorrectly called the Silver Wound Badge, is a fascinating award. First issued in 1916 the badge was issued...

Venice Hackett V.A.D.

Venice Clementia Henrietta Hackett was born at noon on 27 February 1887 in Strathblane, Scotland. She was the daughter of Edward Augustus...

'I saw a temporary field hospital shelled' - L/Corp Cummins, Royal Irish Regiment

James Cummins was born in Clonmel, County Tipperary on 7 May 1881. He was the son of James Cummins and Mary Cummins (née O'Donnell)....

Buried with a view - Private Andrew Cahill, Royal Irish Regiment

Oughterard graveyard, County Kildare is situated on the hillside beside the village of Ardclough. The graveyard and area is steeped in...

'A very fine young officer' - Second Lieut Gerald White, Royal Irish Regiment

Today’s post is themed to coincide with the 104th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme. It focuses on Gerald John Davis White, a...

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