Defence Forces
Armed forces
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The Defence Forces are the armed forces of Ireland. They encompass the Army, Air Corps, Naval Service, and Reserve Defence Forces.
The Supreme Commander of the Defence Forces is the President of Ireland. Wikipedia
Active personnel: 7,550 (Establishment: 9,589) (31 December 2023)
Budget: €1.23bn (2024)
Chief of Staff: Lieutenant general Seán Clancy (AC)
Founded: 1 October 1924
Headquarters: DFHQ McKee Barracks, Dublin
Military age: 18–29 (as of 2024)
Minister for Defence: Micheál Martin
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