My father in law (F.I.L.) is in town today for the party being thrown by Sgt Willie in McKee barracks. It is much deserved recognition for the work and sacrifice that thousands of Irish defence forces personnel have given in the last 50 years. As the press release said, 59,000 tours of duty on 74 missions, and 85 lives lost.
My F.I.L. started his UN service in the Congo. Ironically as he is celebrating and being recognised for his work there, his daughter is in Africa right now. In her way she is also helping to make life better for people. Although she is more concerned with mobile networks than with peacekeeping. That said for both of them Africa means loads of armed men. A text message on Tuesday from Laura said:
“We will go out to an expat bar protected by guys with ak47s tomorrow night”
It wasn’t a late night for them. Their drivers won’t work after midnight (too dangerous) so they had to be home early.
Stay safe wife!
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