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www.military.ie THE DEFENCE FORCES MAGAZINE PHYSICAL COURAGE CQMS Deirdre O'Raw, DFHQ CQMS O'Raw has been on a journey battling ovarian cancer and has been triumphant in the battle. She is now working with medical research teams to find definitive tests to diagnose ovarian cancer. Her story of courage through adversity and her teaching others of the signs and symptoms of this disease, her commitment to supporting other women is inspiring. I believe her Physical Courage to be outstanding. INTEGRITY Lt Dylan Cadogan, 3 Inf Bn Nominated for his actions during deployment to UNP 6-52 in October and November 2023, during a period of conflict between ISR & HZB which broke out leading to significant direct, indirect and aerial fire landing in very close proximity to the post. Despite being a young officer on his first tour of duty, he epitomised the value of Integrity throughout this period. The composed, considered and compassionate leadership he displayed during this dangerous period delivered mission success, ensured the safety of all personnel on the post and protected civilians under immediate threat of harm. Some key examples include: His fortitude during periods of Groundhog to ensure all incidents were accurately monitored and recorded. Having the emotional intelligence to organise relief in place on the Post to those who required it. SELFLESSNESS Fr Dan McCarthy Fr Dan McCarthy exemplifies selflessness through his unwavering commitment to others. On a daily basis he devotes every ounce of his time to the service of those who serve alongside him at home or overseas. He is always available to those seeking guidance and he remains a pillar of support. His selflessness extends sacrificing personal time to help others. His selfless actions are not fuelled by recognition or reward rather they stem from a genuine desire to make a positive impact on those around him. LOYALTY RSM Paul Jordan No 5 Sp Wing, ACHQ Having joined the DF in 1985, RSM Jordan moved to the Air Corps in 2012 bringing with him a depth of experience and knowledge. He constantly puts the needs of the organisation first and puts time and effort into his subordinates. He is fiercely loyal to his men and women and spends significant time formally teaching as well as informally mentoring every rank. RSM Jordan personifies loyalty, loyalty to his people, his Unit, his family, his profession, his organisation. "Over my 27 years' service he is the most impressive NCO I have had the pleasure to work with" OVERALL VALUES CHAMPION RSM Alan O'Reilly DFTC HQ RSM O'Reilly embodies all of the DF values and was instrumental in the change for good within the 27 Inf Bn. He puts the needs of the young men and women of the organisation to the forefront of his work. "A lot of people will never know what he did behind the scenes" Sgt Major Paul Jordan pictured with his award for Loyalty Lt Dylan Cardogan pictured with his award for Integrity Rev Fr Dan McCarthy pictured with his award for Selflessness CQMS Deirdre O'Raw pictured with her award for Physical Courage RSM Alan O'Reilly pictured with his award for Loyalty, Respect, Selflessness, Physical Courage, Moral Courage & Integrity | 11

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