The Irish army is not descended from the murderous fascists of 1916

It is lamentable that the Irish Defence Forces, who perceive themselves committed to the defence of our country, to liberal democracy, and to the rule of law (in times of crisis ) insist that they are descended from Oglaigh na hEireann — the group that staged the 1916 insurrection.

This belief is historically false. However since the Irish Republic asserts that this claim is correct, democrats are entitled to experience a sour taste in the mouth in relation to the IDF.

It would be interesting to ascertain what percentage inside the IDF (officers and rank-and-file ) believe that the army they faithfully serve are the heirs of 1916.