News - Leo Quinlan

Talk on Siege of Jadotville to take place this evening

Leo Quinlan, son of Commandant Pat Quinlan who led the Battalion, is hosting the talk this evening in the Greville Arms Hotel in Mullingar at 7pm.

Mar 6, 2023 13:23

Organisation of Jadotville plaque unveiling described as 'offensive' by son of commanding officer

The unveiling took place at 3pm inCustume Barracks today

Dec 9, 2022 17:40

Monument to remember local Jadotville soldiers to be erected in Athlone

It's hoped the memorial will be unveiled next month.

Aug 3, 2022 14:00

Tributes paid to Jadotville veteran and campaigner Michael Tighe

Michael Tighe was known as an eloquent and fearless campaigner who insisted the truth about the awful conditions at Jadotville were acknowledged by the authorities

Mar 31, 2022 18:40

Jadotville commander would be bitterly disappointed over new report according to son

The Minister for Defence has apologised for lack of recognition given to Irish soldier's involved in the Siege of Jadotville.

Jul 16, 2021 13:52

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