Defence Forces played key role in ensuring State’s stability during Troubles

Lieutenant Colonel Dan Harvey, now retired, served on operations at home and abroad for 40 years. In his new book, ‘Soldiering Against Subversion’ he reveals the army’s critical role in internal security at the height of the Troubles from 1969-1998. Here he gives a flavour of the role the Defence Forces played.

Taken together, the many incidents and happenings that occurred in the south during the Troubles 1969-1998 represented a serious threat to the stability of the State.