Ireland marks 50th anniversary of UN membership

The Government and the Defence Forces are today marking the 50th anniversary of Ireland's membership of the United Nations.

Ireland marks 50th anniversary of UN membership
Wed, 14 Dec, 2005 - 09:39

The Government and the Defence Forces are today marking the 50th anniversary of Ireland's membership of the United Nations.

Irish soldiers have been involved in 58 UN peacekeeping missions since the country joined the organisation in 1955.

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