1 R IRISH deploys to Kuwait. Army Structure Global Events Second World War The Royal Irish Regiment Home Explore Our Stories 1 R IRISH deploys to Kuwait. The 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment deployed on Operation TELIC on 15 February 2003 and occupied Fort Blair Mayne in the Kuwaiti desert. TRACE YOUR STORY Our researchers can assist you in tracing the service details of soldiers and officers of the British Army. Start your journey