5th (Volunteer) Battalion The Royal Irish Rangers, re-role as a NATO Reinforcement Battalion. Army Structure Infantry Peace Keeping The Royal Irish Rangers Home Explore Our Stories 5th (Volunteer) Battalion The Royal Irish Rangers, re-role as a NATO Reinforcement Battalion. 5 (V) R IRISH re-roled as a NATO Reinforcement Battalion in April 1978*. *Exact date in April not yet discovered. TRACE YOUR STORY Our researchers can assist you in tracing the service details of soldiers and officers of the British Army. Start your journey
