Posts Tagged: ireland made
The Spoils of War – Ireland’s WW2 Aircraft Acquisitions 1939 – 1945 | Season 4 – Episode 86
Wings November 12, 2024
During World War II, although officially neutral, Ireland’s stance leaned heavily toward the Allies. The policy[…]
The Munster Ships on the Irish Sea 1860 – 1990 | Season 4 – Episode 85
Floats November 8, 2024
Between 1860 and 1990, seven Irish ferries proudly bore the name ‘Munster’, each honouring the Irish[…]
CIÉ & Aer Lingus Luxury Airport Coach Service 1953 | Season 4 – Episode 84
Wheels November 5, 2024
Since the inaugural flight from Collinstown Airport (now Dublin Airport) at 9:00 a.m. on January 19,[…]
1942 Hijack: Irish Pilot’s Defection Attempt to Germany | Season 4 – Episode 83
Wings November 1, 2024
Our hijack story begins on January 9th 1942, when 2nd Lt Alphonsus (Alan) J. Thornton, from[…]
Cashel Folk Village – Rare Brougham Carriage Stolen & Recovered 1924 | Season 4 – Episode 82
Wheels October 29, 2024
During a recent visit to Cashel Folk Village in County Tipperary, curator Bernard Minogue shared the[…]
Harry Ferguson – A Legacy of Innovation | Season 4 – Episode 81
Wheels October 25, 2024
In this episode we honour the 64th anniversary of the untimely passing of Henry (Harry) George[…]