New body armour for Defence Forces after 20 years - Jessica Woodlock Reports
Summary
The Hard Shoulder discusses the rollout of new body armour for the Irish Defence Forces, the first update since 2006. Reporter Jessica Woodlock details how the new €3,000 kits feature improved sizing, female-specific foam inserts, and enhanced protection against modern threats like drone-delivered ordnance. The episode also covers the 69th Infantry Battalion’s upcoming deployment to Lebanon, marking the final Irish UN peacekeeping mission in the region.
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