In today’s Roll read James McKinstry’s letter to his mother before he moved into the trenches. The 21 year old … More
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November 29. TB claimed Ballycastle WW1 hero. Portadown Desert Rat. Roll of Honour
Ballycastle Rifleman Frank McClarty’s service in WW1 was recognised by the UK and Belgian authorities. He fell victim to TB … More
October 12. Newry woman tried with Edith Cavell. Roll of Honour.
On the anniversary of the execution of British nurse Edith Cavell by the Germans we recall Ada Bodart, the Newry … More
October 10. RN compass inventor lost in RMS Leinster. Roll of Honour
Colin Campbell, a Royal Navy officer from Dungannon was at the cutting edge of compass development. He, his wife, and … More
October 6. Inspirational acts of service. Roll of Honour
John Charles was a medical officer who was Mentioned in Dispatches and was awarded the Military Cross. He died on … More
October 4. Gosford’s Fleet Air Arm link. Roll of Honour
Photo – A Fleet Air Arm Supermarine Seafire being refuelled by a petrol bowser at Yeovilton in September 1943. Today’s … More
April 23. Ypres, Zeebrugge, Dunkirk, and myriad acts of bravery. Roll of Honour
In today’s Roll of Honour there are representatives from some of the more notable battles of both wars. Ypres in … More
April 14. HM Submarine Upholder. Roll of Honour
On this day in 1942 HM Submarine Upholder was lost with all hands off Tripoli. Two submariners from Northern Ireland … More
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