Army Corps - Cavalry
The Cavalry Corps has a significant part to play in the conventional operations of the Army. The Corps is equipped with armour to carry out its role of reconnaissance, making first contact with an enemy and providing security to the infantry in offensive and defensive operations.
The key word in the Cavalry Corps is "mobility", and it enjoys a reputation of flexibility and readiness to undertake any task.
In peacetime the Cavalry carries out various duties in aid to the Civil Power, such as:
- Border operations supporting An Garda Síochána.
- Escort duties - cash, explosives, prisoner.
- Patrolling vital installations.
- Presidential Motor Cycle Escort.
The Cavalry Squadron
The cavalry squadron, consists of three reconnaissance troops, a support troop and an administrative troop. Cavalry units are deployed for reconnaisance, security, and economy of force operations.
Cavalry Corps Vehicles & Weapons
The Cavalry Corps operates three types of vehicle:
1 Cavalry Squadron, Collins Barracks Cork 
2 Cavalry Squadron, Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin 
4 Cavalry Squadron, Connolly Barracks, Longford 
1 Armoured Cavalry Squadron, Curragh Camp