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Cyprus (EOKA Campaign)
A continual round of village cordon and search operations, road blocks, curfews, law enforcement and riot control followed. O...
Richard Joyce enlisted in April 1956 and completed Parachute Course 426 in August/September 1956. He then served with Drum Platoon, 1 PARA until May 1959. During that time he saw active service in Cyprus. Richard served in the Reserves for another 4 years.
He is a valued volunteer at the Airborne Assault Museum and can often be seen in the museum answering questions and explaining the exhibits to visitors.
Service History
- 1956 The 1st Battalion The Parachute Regiment (1 PARA) (Private)
