Last soldiers leave south Armagh

Another major milestone in the North’s return to normality was being reached today with the last soldiers leaving the former IRA stronghold of South Armagh.

Last soldiers leave south Armagh

Another major milestone in the North’s return to normality was being reached today with the last soldiers leaving the former IRA stronghold of South Armagh.

The army is closing down its last base in the border region at Bessbrook.

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