17th May 1944
Between 17th-19th May 1944, General Dwight D Eisenhower visited Northern Ireland to inspect Infantry and Airborne troops as they prepared for Normandy.
Co. Armagh
During the Second World War, the Co. Armagh town of Lurgan played host to regiments of the British and American armies as they trained in Northern Ireland.
Windsor Avenue Lurgan Co. Armagh BT67 9BJ
In 1942, Brownlow House in Lurgan, Co. Armagh became the headquarters of XV Corps of the United States Army during their time based throughout Northern Ireland.
1st February 1944
Remembering those with connections to Northern Ireland who died on 1st February while serving in armies, navies, and air forces in the Second World War.
30th June 1943
In June 1943, U.S. Army Major General Russell P. Hartle wrote from A.P.O. 305 responding to an invitation from the Ulster Kerry Blue Terrier Club in Belfast.
On 30th June 1943, Major General Russel P. Hartle of the United States Army responded to an unusual invitation from Belfast's Ulster Kerry Blue Terrier Club.
3rd April 1943
On 3rd April 1944, Lieutenant General George S. Patton and Colonel Marz inspected elements of 654th Tank Destroyer Battalion at Derrygally House, Co. Tyrone.
3rd January 1943
Remembering the service of three military personnel from Co. Armagh including Charles "Scotty" Lawson who wrote a letter home to the Portadown News in 1942.
