Longford troops arrive in Athlone

The troops of the 4th Cavalry Squadron, who were based in Longford until last week, arrived in Custume Barracks in Athlone last Thursday following the lowering of the national flag and closure of Connolly Barracks in Longford. To mark the arrival of the troops in Athlone, Officer Commanding 6th Infantry Battalion and Custume Barracks Lt Col Joe Scanlon co-ordinated a welcoming ceremony, which consisted of a Lieutenant"s Guard of Honour followed by a formal welcome on the square in Custume Barracks. General Officer Commanding the 4th Western Brigade Brig General Gerry Hegarty was present.