Another Bomb at Gough Barracks!

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The Royal Irish Fusiliers

Another attempt by the IRA to attack the Regimental Depot The Royal Irish Fusiliers in Gough Barracks, Armagh, was made in September 1958. Once again the bomb was removed by a Commanding Officer, Major H J P Baxter, assisted by others including Captain H K P Chavasse. For removing the bomb, Major Baxter and Captain Chavasse were awarded, respectively, the George Medal (GM) and Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE).