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Post by andybrennan on Jul 23, 2009 21:05:05 GMT
I believe that there is some sort of celeberation in respect of Ex Major Paddy Galvin who is now at a ripe age of 90 and still going strong , perhaps johnny sharky or Joey could fill in the blanks.
I think of it because I worked on the switch board under the Major and used to do the old camp stand to in a landrover we cover the plains with bren loaded moving on any one on the plains not like to day ,who likes can park willy nilly and the curragh ranger and his staff or the poor auld soldier, becomes refuse collectors. I have had a few walks over the plains in recent times and the mindless dumping is a disgrace.
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Post by limerick on Jul 24, 2009 14:08:48 GMT
The Ex-Sgt. Mjr. you refer to is Mick Galvin and not Paddy. Mick resides in Thurles and is really enjoying good health in his advancing years. I am in touch with this veteran Clareman on a regular basis.
Mick, I know you are not on the Internet, but I wish you many more years of happy retirement.
Con
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Post by andybrennan on Jul 24, 2009 15:14:03 GMT
Hi Con You are correct I got mixed up with the jerseys Pat was his son ,whom I went to school and grew up with the ,auld mind is slipping. I would also like to pass on my regards to him, and if ever he and I are back in Plunked Orderly Room its his turn to buy the biscuits for the elevens s
Regards
Andy
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Post by afcmoore on Jul 24, 2009 21:29:19 GMT
Hi Con &Andy.
When did Mick Gavlin become Sgt.Major and what year did he retire.?
I was also wondering if there is a photo of him in the galley or if someone can post one.
Andy did you mention me to Pat Clancy and if you did does he remember me?
Bye for now
Anthony
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Post by andybrennan on Jul 27, 2009 19:37:25 GMT
Hi Anthony,
I do not know when Mick Galvin was promoted Sgt Major but I do know he held that post when I was attached there 1968 /69 as the switchboard operator. That would be the old plug and pully system and I was on strict orders to keep one of the 3 outside lines exclusively for the O.C and the other for the Adjt. a right juggling act with one left for rest of the barracks.
I think it was Joey who was to chat to Paddy Clancy but if I run into Paddy I will forward your Regards.
Andy
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Post by ger818263 on Oct 26, 2009 16:37:16 GMT
Just reading about MICK GALVIN not sure about time of promotion ,but i will ask him when the next time i meet him in URLINGFORD ,CO KILKENNY.I also knew PADDY FOLEY R.I.P. (BULL) I had some great times with Paddy he loved going to Charlie Ryans in Newbridge.as did i .great times had in Charlies he Paddy loved the dancing.i would love you all to share your memories of Paddy.
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Post by Donal McNamara on Nov 26, 2009 18:05:39 GMT
Hi Con &Andy. When did Mick Gavlin become Sgt.Major and what year did he retire.? I was also wondering if there is a photo of him in the galley or if someone can post one. Andy did you mention me to Pat Clancy and if you did does he remember me? Bye for now Anthony Hi Anthony This photograph should answer the question on when Sgt.Major Mick Galvin retired : March 1st 1978.This photograph was taken at his Stand Down Parade. I am the young Trooper driving the Panhard APC. Best Regards Donal |
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Post by ger818263 on Nov 26, 2009 19:32:27 GMT
GREAT PHOTO DONAL.THAT PHOTO TELLS IT ALL.WELL DONE
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Post by andybrennan on Nov 26, 2009 22:16:36 GMT
Hi Macker.nice photo of Gallies da, at a quick glance it looks like you are aiming,
did Matt ever mention the little rubber tanks used for calibrating the guns he reckoned you had a couple stashed in your garage if you come across one please post a photo of it and put some thing alongside to give its scale, pal Luke has the ear roasted off me on this one
Andy
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Post by Donal McNamara on Nov 26, 2009 22:47:38 GMT
thanks andy will get matt to take photo of one of the tanks and put up also congratulations on you promotion to cqms i have a long way to catch up with you ;D
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Post by andybrennan on Nov 26, 2009 23:01:40 GMT
great stuff on that Donal, Fire Man Roberts will be pleased are you snooping Luke, are you ok pal,  an thanks for congrats never reached this dizzy heights when serving but at least no interview involved Andy |
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Post by Donal McNamara on Nov 26, 2009 23:18:08 GMT
hey andy heard lukie was on line any more photo,s to put up, am sure luke must have lots to add .
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Post by andybrennan on Nov 26, 2009 23:25:09 GMT
Yo Donal,
I am sure Pal Luke would have plenty to add but not sure if he is on line I tried to talk him into it yesterday no day before he a stickler for correctness , I have to admit he wood be good for the site memory like the proverbial elephant
Andy
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Post by afcmoore on Nov 27, 2009 11:00:35 GMT
Hi Andy.
Great photo i never seen Tanks so closly grouped lets hope they didnt burst the drains or maybe the board of works has been trying to find the blocage for years.I still havnt found out when Mick Galvin became Sergeant Major what year ?The photo looks like it was taken between the orderly room and the guard room at Plunkett?
Cheers
Anthony.
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Post by andybrennan on Nov 27, 2009 14:04:07 GMT
How goes it Tony,
The credit for the photo must go to either Matt or Donal, Donal I think as he pointed himself out. I am fairly sure that the line up of vehicles were guard room side and running down the square,
When he became RSM I do not know but it was in the 1960s he was RSM when I was there on attachment from Signals 1968/69.
Andy
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an thanks for congrats never reached this dizzy heights when serving but at least no interview involved