Number 15 Company, Irish Guards - 1st Battalion London Guards

Number 15 Company, Irish Guards - 1st Battalion London Guards Number 15 (Loos) Company, Irish Guards - 1st Battalion London Guards Captain EG Concannon won the Distinguished Service Order (DSO).

The London Irish Rifles was originally formed in 1859 during the Victorian Volunteer Movement and named 28th Middlesex (London Irish) Rifle Volunteer Corps. During the Second Boer War, the battalion sent eight officers and 208 private soldiers for active service. In recognition of their service, the London Irish was granted their first battle honour, "South Africa, 1900-1902". In 1908, the London

Irish was transferred to the Territorial Force and renamed the 18th (County of London) Battalion, the London Regiment (London Irish Rifles).

Rest in Peace "The Last Rifleman" ☘️🫡We are sorry to hear of the passing of Charles Ward at Mais House yesterday. Charle...
11/08/2024

Rest in Peace "The Last Rifleman" ☘️🫡

We are sorry to hear of the passing of Charles Ward at Mais House yesterday. Charles was 105 years and 8 months old.

Prior to the outbreak of World War II Charles played rugby for London Irish. Hsaw active service during with the 2nd Battalion London Irish Rifles in North Africa and Italy campaign.

Near the end of the war Charles worked for the Special Operation Executive (SOE) as a wireless operator. Here he met and fell in love with his wife Margaret.

The Company and the London Irish Rifles Regimental Association send our condolences to Charles family at this difficult time.

Quis Separabit ⚫️🟢☘

On a Day Like Today 14th February 1940. HM King George VI attended the consecration of new colours of the 2nd Battalion...
14/02/2024

On a Day Like Today 14th February 1940. HM King George VI attended the consecration of new colours of the 2nd Battalion of the Irish Guards at Wellington Barracks in London by Bishop Dey, Bishop-in-Ordinary to His Majesties Forces.

We at Number 15 (Loos) Company Irish Guards would like to wish HRH Catherine The Princess of Wales and Colonel of the Re...
09/01/2024

We at Number 15 (Loos) Company Irish Guards would like to wish HRH Catherine The Princess of Wales and Colonel of the Regiment a very Happy Birthday. 🎂🎊

Quis Separabit 🔵🔴🔵 ☘️💂

What's your New Year Resolution!Have you considered a career in the Army Reserves?Why not join Number 15 (Loos) Company ...
02/01/2024

What's your New Year Resolution!

Have you considered a career in the Army Reserves?

Why not join Number 15 (Loos) Company as part of your resolution. There are great opportunities within the company, and you will get paid and at the same time you are learning new skills.

• Adventure Training.
• Travel in the UK and Overseas.
• Get paid, and be entitled to a tax free bounty each year.
• Learn new skills.
• Develop yourself.
• Enroll within the Army Standard Learning Credits (SLC).
• Pension scheme.
• Free Medical and Dental service.

Interest in a part time career in the Army Reserves?

If so Number 15 Company are currently recruiting male and female applicants.

To find out more, why not contact us today at the email below ⬇️

[email protected]

A life less ordinary ☘️🔵🔴🔵

May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Happy New Year ...
01/01/2024

May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Happy New Year and Best Wishes for 2024. ☘️ 🔵🔴🔵

Many thanks to everyperson who took the time and effort to send the "Last Rifleman" a birthday card.Charles received ove...
17/12/2023

Many thanks to everyperson who took the time and effort to send the "Last Rifleman" a birthday card.

Charles received over 250 birthday cards from around the world. A special mention to Rockport School in Northern Ireland and Trail Finders Rugby Club who sent several cards.

HM The King sent a special card to Charles. Charles also received a card from Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Army Cadets from the local detachment attended and helped to read some of Charles card out to his family and friends.

Charles had three generations of grandchildren attend his special day along with his son and daughters.

Quis Separabit ☘️ 🟢⚫️

Irish Guards
The Army in London - HQ London District
Rockport School
Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club
We Have Ways of Making You Talk
Royal British Legion

Happy 105th Birthday to the "Last Rifleman" Charles Ward. We hope you have a fantastic day.Quis Separabit ☘️ 🟢⚫️
16/12/2023

Happy 105th Birthday to the "Last Rifleman" Charles Ward. We hope you have a fantastic day.

Quis Separabit ☘️ 🟢⚫️

Roles in the Guards - Light Infantry.Light Role Infanteers are trained to fight on foot, but their flexibility means the...
05/12/2023

Roles in the Guards - Light Infantry.

Light Role Infanteers are trained to fight on foot, but their flexibility means they can deploy by land, air or sea.

The job is simple: close with, engage and kill the enemy.

Our Infanteers are trained to out-think, outwit, outmanoeuvre, outfight and outlast any adversary anywhere.

A Life Less Ordinary ☘️🔵🔴🔵

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