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On this day, August 23, 1914, the Irish Guards received their first Battle Honour for their heroic involvement in the Retreat from Mons. As part of the 4th Guards Brigade. Until the outbreak of World War I, the unit was stationed at home on ceremonial duties. Its 1st Battalion was sent to France eight days after the war was declared in August 1914 the Irish Guards were firmly entrenched on the Western Front, in September 1915, it was joined there by the newly formed 2nd Battalion (which was disbanded in 1919). During its service on the Frontline, the regiment received four Victoria Crosses (VC) and participated in numerous battles, including the Battle of Mons (1914), Quis Separabit #IrishGuards ☘️💂 #TheGuards #britisharmy #WW1 #thegreatwar #archives #infantry #Bobsown #FightingMicks #history
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Video Irish Guards - The Second Battalion Irish Guards, which was disbanded 75 years ago, will see new soldiers hone their "discipline and skills" by performing ceremonial duties. An Army battalion that was instrumental…
Photo Irish Guards - Today is a significant day for the Irish Guards. Because Number 12 Company, One of our recently formed public-duties incremental companies, has mounted its first Queen's Guard. State Ceremonial…
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Video Irish Guards - Last week, the Irish Guards performed their final act of official duties as a single Battalion while the Chelsea Pensioners watched the Regiment perform the Queen's Guard dismount. Two new Foot…
Photo Irish Guards - strong start to the week. Every day, members of the Battalion engage in regular physical training, which is varied by the PTIs to keep the Guardsmen in top condition. In most Army units, The Royal…
Photo Irish Guards - Strength training combined with aerobic exercise allows you to carry heavy items such as a GPMG, Ammunition and Bergan's for longer distances while feeling less fatigued. These advancements in…

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