The military records from Ireland reveal much about its history of conflict, service, and emigration. Before Irish independence, many Irish men served in the British Army, Royal Navy, and later the Royal Air Force. Service records often contain personal details like birthplace, family information, and next of kin. During the 20th century, Ireland’s National Army and participation in international peacekeeping missions generated further records. The National Archives of Ireland and British military archives are key sources. Additionally, records from the Irish revolutionary period (1916–1923) offer unique insights. For genealogists, Irish military documents can reveal ancestors’ roles in significant historical events and provide personal data sometimes missing from civil records.
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- Ireland's Memorial Records, 1914 - 1918 49,603 records
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