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In 2005, a new band from Leeds introduced themselves to the world with the release of the hit song ‘I Predict A Riot’. Little did they know that this would go on to become one of the indie rock ...
The parade ground at Collins Barracks in Cork is reputedly the largest of its kind in Europe. The Union Jack being taken down at Victoria Barracks (now Collins Barracks) for the final time on May ...
Ceremony of the parade square at Collins Barracks Cork as part of the Centenary Event marking the 100th anniversary of the handover of Collins Barracks from British to Irish Forces on May 18, 1922.
Thousands of people are expected to attend a commemoration ceremony marking the handover of Cork's Collins Barracks by the British to the fledgling Irish army. It will take place next Wednesday ...
A €5 million contract for the upgrade of accommodation at Cork's Collins Barracks has been signed by Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris.
IT’S EARLY afternoon in Collins Barracks, and I’m standing with a rifle by my side while a drill sergeant shouts instructions at me. Well, that’s only partly true. I’m inside the National ...
New accommodation for up to 41 soldiers undertaking training or living on-base has been officially opened at Cork's Collins Barracks.
“The barracks was subsequently handed over to Comdt Seán Murray of the Cork No 1 IRA Brigade. This was a defining moment for the people of Cork as it marked the end of British rule in the city ...