The tens of thousands of Irish soldiers who fought in the British Army in World War I gained a fierce fighting reputation distinguishing themselves at Ypres Gallipoli the Somme & Palestine. Despite the establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922 Irishmen continued to volunteer for the British Army in World War II. Again their war record was distinguished; units included the famous 38th Irish Brigade who fought in North Africa & Italy & the Irish Guards who won a total of two Victoria Crosses 33 Military Crosses & 90 other military medals. Providing the first concise illustrated history of the Irish Regiments in both World Wars this book covers their uniforms & insignia as well as battle histories & proud service records.