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Army
The Army organises and trains ground forces and air defence units.
Air Corps
The Air Corps organises and trains airborne command and control units.
Naval Service
The Naval Service trains and educates its personnel for the maritime challenges of life in the 21st century
Reserve Defence Forces
The Reserve Defence Forces are comprised of both the army reserves and the naval service reserves.
What We do
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Defence Forces personnel lead a "Life less Ordinary". No two days are the same in the lives of our personnel. All aspects of military life are varied and for each member of the Force each day may bring new challenge.
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Air Corps Careers
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The Information Officer will provide guidance to the general public on matters relating to Defence Forces policy and procedures and will, where appropriate, direct queries, questions and requests to the relevant office holder.
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The Defence Forces Press Office is based in Defence Forces Headquarters, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. It is the hub of a network of Regional Press Offices representing the Army, Air Corps, Naval Service, Reserve and all Overseas Units
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DF Veterans Day

The day will celebrate our Veterans contribution to the Defence Forces and offers Veterans an opportunity to meet, reminisce and, importantly, pass on their vast experience to our younger soldiers. It will be attended by the Tánaiste and the Chief of Staff. The parade will commence at 1100hrs.