Tag Archives: uniforms

My Own Point Of View

Posted on September 9, 2016 by irishroverpei

Its a little strange how I became involved in the many issues regarding the legion. I began my own campaign a few years ago to have  section 419 of the criminal code amended to allow blood relatives to wear late … Continue reading →

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A Week of Legion Bashing

Posted on May 8, 2016 by irishroverpei

I dare say some people will be offended by my week of Legion Bashing Blogs. I’m truly sorry about that . However we need to make clear what is taking place in today’s Royal Canadian Legions. I respect the founding … Continue reading →

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Motor Vehicle Inspection PEI

Posted on November 27, 2015 by irishroverpei

A member of the Liberal Government raised the question of why we need safety inspections for new cars, or indeed for the first two years in the life of a new car. Minister Biggar claimed it was important because of … Continue reading →

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The Irish Army Today.

Posted on October 3, 2014 by irishroverpei

I read an article in today’s newspaper about the Irish Army and the serious shortage of uniforms. At a recent state funeral in Dublin soldiers had to scramble to borrow, mix and match pieces of uniform in order to appear … Continue reading →

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A Pressing Matter to Iron Out.

Posted on September 29, 2014 by irishroverpei

At age 15 joining the Royal Navy as a Boy Seaman at HMS Ganges was to say the least, a very steep learning curve. Apart from learning all the necessary marching skills, wearing the uniform properly, shooting ancient 303 rifles, … Continue reading →

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Sex 1950 Sex 2014

Posted on September 6, 2014 by irishroverpei

With the 2014/15 school year just beginning it made me think back to my own school days which began in 1944. At six years of age I had no interest in girls and that continued until I was approximately eleven … Continue reading →

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