The extraordinary story of the Siege of Jadotville, and the long campaign to ensure that the men who fought there received the recognition they deserved, will be explored at a special event in Kilkenny this Wednesday 21st, at the Newpark Hotel. It will be hosted by the Post 8 Irish United Nations Veterans Association. The Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr Joe Malone, will be the principal host on the night. The evening will feature presentations from Comdt Leo Quinlan Retd, son of the late Comdt Pat Quinlan, Commanding Officer of ‘A’ Company, 35th Infantry Battalion, and Lt. Col Dan Harvey Retd, author of the new book Jadotville – Benchmark for Bravery. Also attending will be Major General Kieran Brennan Retd, a local man and President of the Irish United Nations Veterans Association. The event will also welcome Special Guest Tom McCaughren, former RTÉ Security Correspondent and author of The Peacemakers of Niemba.
