| 62nd Reserve Infantry Battalion | |
|---|---|
 Shoulder Flash of the 62nd Reserve Infantry Battalion | |
| Active | 2005 - 2013 |
| Country | Ireland |
| Branch | Army Reserve |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Light Role |
| Size | Battalion |
| Part of | Infantry Corps |
| Garrison/HQ | Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin |
The 62 Reserve Infantry Battalion is an Infantry Battalion in the Irish Reserve Defence Forces (RDF).
Unit Heritage[]
The 62 Reserve Infantry battalion was formed from the 20 and the 21 Infantry battalions of the FCÁ after the re-organization of the Reserve Defence Forces in 2005. Individual sub units of the 20 Battalion had a rich history, such as D company which traced its roots from the original Regiment of Pearse. The 21 Battalion's Flash Bore the name and coat of arms of "The Wicklow Chief" Michael Dwyer.
Location and Operations[]
The 62 Reserve Infantry battalion is split up into six companies. A Coy - Casement Aerodrome (West Dublin). B Coy - Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, HQ Coy - Bray (County Wicklow). C Coy- County Wicklow. D Coy & Support Coy - Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines.
External links[]
The original article can be found at 62 Reserve Infantry Battalion (Ireland) and the edit history here.