Senator seeking judicial review of Jadotville findings over bravery awards

Medals on the chest of Jadotville veteran Tom Gunn from Mullingar at the unveiling of a plaque in honour of CMDT Patrick Quinlan in respect of the Siege of Jadotville in Waterville in 2017. Up to 34 Jadotville veterans were nominated for bravery medals by Comdt Quinlan, but only the Commandant got a medal. Photo: Don MacMonagle

A Senator and former member of the Defence Forces is seeking a Judicial Review of the findings of the independent board which decided only one hero – Commandant Pat Quinlan - should be awarded a Distinguished Service Medal (DSM) for his role in the Siege of Jadotville.

Independent Senator Gerard Craughwell maintains that other soldiers recommended by the late Comdt Quinlan for medals should also get the military accolades they deserve for their role in the battle.