On International Holocaust Memorial Day we remember those members of the Irish Jewish community who served in Allied Forces during WWII, contributing what they could to their wider community. #irishveterans

Desmond Tutu (1932-2021) Outstanding human rights defender, campaigner, and human being. Would that the world's leaders acted on his example.

Irish Veterans support all who serve for the greater good, and wish all our Friends, Members and Supporters a very happy Christmas, a Peaceful New Year, and we look forward to seeing everyone sometime in 2022!! #irishveterans

Irish Vets served alongside him/under him over the years, he was a man who strove to work across the aisle, in a time before divisive bitterness became so entrenched in the political landscape. Parkinsons & Covid eventually took him out. Rest in Peace, Colin Powell #irishveterans

Everyone has to go sometime, but the loss of Paddy Moloney is huge. I recall getting into Rock n Blues in early '60s when, in '64, The Chieftans LP emerged on Claddagh - mind-changing and hauntingly beautiful. Thank you Paddy, fellow Northsider & international Irishman! RIP.

Min Def to open #ONEVeterans new hostel in Cobh, and we trust he will reflect on the actions of successive govts which have contributed to this need. Much kudos to Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE) for such much-needed work. #irishveterans

Lightening darkness of the anniversary of 9/11, Irish Veterans Chapter #4, Newport RI, named for 1st Sgt Andrew McKenna, who lost his life in Afghanistan 2015, award McKenna Scholarships annually to high schoolers moving to College, or any Branch of US Military. #irishveterans

Allied military service was, in the main, conducted honourably and courageously, with the evolving mission’s focus being on the needs of the people. It will be the decisions of politicians that will help make ordinary life in the country, better or worse.
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Charlie Watts @ 80 passes over to join that legendary band-in-the-sky. Always believed the Stones would exist long after The Beatles, and they didn't disappoint. And Charlie was also a great jazz percussionist. Thanks so much for the last 58 years!

This may not be how we imagined commemorating the 20th anniversary of 9/11, but as many a wise Veteran has often said: “It is what it is'. But each piece of work we do for those who need help – now and into the future – is an individual commemoration in itself. #irishveterans

Joe Galloway: VN War correspondent and combatant, author and gifted friend to soldiers, has passed at 79. Latterly, Joe was a comforting and incisive presence on FB. Sincere condolences to Gracie, and all close family/friends w/wide. Ar dheis De go raibh a ainm. #irishveterans

If Western Alliance is to salvage any shred of decency from Afghan pullout they must insist human rights be upheld, threats of female repression be removed and all civilians/refugees be afforded full protection & ongoing support. Ireland must assist Irish Foreign Ministry Malala Yousafzai UNICEF RTÉ

May have been in bed at 6am this morning, but boy, did Kellie wake me up!! Huge congrats to Kellie Harrington Team Ireland and all who won medals, and all who competed on our behalf. All Olympians, and all did us proud! #irishveterans

John Hemingway DFC frmr RAF fighter pilot, served WW2 in Battles of Dunkirk, Britain, Allied invasion of Italy & Invasion of Normandy. B. Dublin 17 July '19, he will celebrate 102nd b/day Sat in Dublin. Good Wishes may be sent via: [email protected]. #irishveterans

Congratulations to Maj Gen Sean Clancy, Irish Air Corps, appointed Ireland’s new Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces. Sean is first Air Corps member appointed CoS. All good luck to him in this important appointment. He will take up his appointment in September. #irishveterans

To Members, Supporters & Friends worldwide we wish a Happy & Peaceful 4 July! And to all with Irish DNA, serving across the Military, past & present, we respect & support such service. To our Chapters in the US - Have a Great Day!! #irishveterans . irishveterans.org

GR8 news that Maureen Sweeney has finally been honored for contribution to D-Day Landings. Irish were spread t/out the Normandy Invasions, among top brass and those who waded ashore. Maureen’s observations saved an incalculable number of lives, and changed history. #irishveterans

In remembrance of all who served, fought & those who lost their lives 77 years ago, on 6 June 1944, without whose bravery, courage and selflessness, the world would be a vastly different place. To all Irish who served: In ar gcroithe go deo - in our hearts forever. #irishveterans

Our huge congratulations and utmost respect to Maj Gen Maureen O’Brien, Permanent Defence Forces, and our best wishes go with her on her appointment as Military Advisor to the United Nations #irishveterans

With such a name, who can blame us for claiming him! Major General Michael Collins, Apollo 11 astronaut, and so much more. Another member of the modern-day Elite Few - who paved the way for fully-fledged space exploration – taken beyond the stars at 90. #irishveterans