Advertisement

A soldier's perspective on the Troubles

This week marks 50 years since the British Military were first deployed to Northern Ireland. So, ...

Share this article

13.18 13 Aug 2019


A soldier's perspective on the Troubles


Listen to this episode


Share this article

13.18 13 Aug 2019


This week marks 50 years since the British Military were first deployed to Northern Ireland. So, to take a deeper look at their role there, we spoke to one soldier who served during that time. Retired Colonel David Benest told us about his experiences serving, and patrolling the border.


Read more about

Battle Of The Bogside Northern Ireland Op Banner

Related Episodes

Ireland's first female Neurosu...

00:13:59

Ireland's first female Neurosurgeon!

Alive And Kicking With Clare McKenna

00:13:59


Grief and Healing

00:21:37

Grief and Healing

Alive And Kicking With Clare McKenna

00:21:37


Alive & Kicking Full Episo...

00:53:06

Alive & Kicking Full Episode 23/2/25

Alive And Kicking With Clare McKenna

00:53:06


Wellbeing and Sleep

00:12:00

Wellbeing and Sleep

Alive And Kicking With Clare McKenna

00:12:00