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Soldiers from the 12th Infantry Battalion, Limerick, were pictured at the National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on the grounds of Limerick City and Cunty Buildings, at Merchant's Quay, Limerick Soldiers from the 12th Infantry Battalion, Limerick, were pictured at the National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on the grounds of Limerick City and Cunty Buildings, at Merchant's Quay, Limerick

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Limerick to host National Day of Commemoration Ceremony this Sunday, July 13

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Soldiers from the 12th Infantry Battalion, Limerick, were pictured at the 2025 National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on the grounds of Limerick City and Cunty Buildings, at Merchant’s Quay, Limerick

Limerick will host its 2025 National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on Sunday, 13 July to honour all Irishmen and Irishwomen who died in past wars

Limerick will host its 2025 National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on Sunday, 13 July to honour all Irishmen and Irishwomen who died in past wars
Lt Jack Feeney, 12th Infantry Battalion, brings a wreath forward at the National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on the grounds of Limerick City and Cunty Buildings, at Merchant’s Quay, Limerick

Limerick will host its National Day of Commemoration Ceremony on Sunday, 13 July to honour all Irishmen and Irishwomen who died in past wars or on service with the United Nations and other international organisations in the service of peace.

This is the thirteenth year that Limerick City and County Council will host this poignant event, which takes place at 11 am on the grounds of the Council Buildings at Merchant’s Quay.

Príomh Chomhairleoir, Cllr Catherine Slattery, will lay a wreath honouring those who lost their lives in service.


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The ceremony will include the raising of the National Flag and the observance of a minute’s silence. A guard of honour will be provided by the 12th Infantry Battalion based at Sarsfield Barracks, Limerick.

A musical element will be provided by Limerick-based choir ‘The Curraghgower Singers’ under the direction of choir master, Mr. Timothy Schinnick, along with Bugler, Don Phelan, Uilleann Piper, Colleen Shanks and Drummer, Alberto De Blas.

The multi-faith ceremony is open to members of the public, with representatives from the Roman Catholic Church, Church of Ireland, the Methodist Church, the Quakers and the Islamic Community leading the ceremony of prayers and readings.

Similar ceremonies are taking place across the County. People attending the ceremony in Limerick are advised to arrive not later than 15 minutes beforehand as seating will be limited.

The area around Merchant’s Quay is currently subject to works associated with the King’s Island Flood Relief Scheme. This will result in reduced on-site public parking and restricted access to some areas. Attendees are asked to allow extra time for arrival, observe all traffic management signage, and follow directions from stewards on the day.

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