Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 July 2012
530 Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Defence in view of the fact that the memorabilia removed from the Army museum at Columb Barracks, Mullingar still remain in boxes in Custume Barracks, Athlone; if he will consider donating these pieces of memorabilia to the people of Mullingar under the auspices of Westmeath County Council; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31893/12]
View answerThe Columb Barracks museum collection is primarily associated with the history of the 4th Field Artillery Regiment. It is presently intended to make provision to house the museum collection in a suitable location in Custume Bks, Athlone, where the 4th Field Artillery Regiment is now located. This arrangement is in keeping with the normal military practice and tradition. The majority of the museum artefacts belong to the Defence Forces with the remaining being owned by private individuals. Some of these individuals requested the return of their artefacts and these requests have been complied with.
