asked the Minister for Defence the strength of the Army in all ranks on (a) 1st March (b) 1st July and (c) 1st November, 1973.
Ceisteann—Questions. Oral Answers. - Army Strength.
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As the reply is in the form of a tabular statement I propose, with your permission, a Cheann Comhairle, to circulate it in the Official Report.
Strength returns of the Permanent Defence Force including the Air Corps and Naval Service are compiled for the last day of each month. The figures for 28th February, 30th June and 31st October, 1973, were as follows:—
|
28th February, 1973 |
30th June, 1973 |
31st October, 1973 |
|
|
Officers |
1,112 |
1,128 |
1,161 |
|
Non-Commissioned Officers |
3,139 |
3,272 |
3,285 |
|
Privates |
6,259 |
6,018 |
5,990 |
|
Cadets |
125 |
144 |
91 |
|
Total |
10,635 |
10,562 |
10,527 |