Veteran peacekeeper honoured for Chad mission

One of Ireland’s highest military honours was today awarded to a veteran peacekeeper for his work in war-torn Chad.

Veteran peacekeeper honoured for Chad mission
Thu, 11 Jun, 2009 - 17:50

One of Ireland’s highest military honours was today awarded to a veteran peacekeeper for his work in war-torn Chad.

Lieutenant General Pat Nash received the Distinguished Service Medal with Honour for his role as Operation Commander during UN missions to the African state.

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