Louis Hogan
Louis Hogan | |
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| Born | 4 April 1921 |
| Died | 21 June 2001 (aged 80) |
| Allegiance |  Ireland |
Branch |  Irish Army |
Service years | 1940–1984 |
Rank | Lieutenant general |
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Lieutenant General Louis Hogan DSM (1921 – 21 June 2001), was an officer in the Irish Defence Forces. He joined the army in 1940, serving in the Infantry Corps. His 44-year service included tours in the Congo, Cyprus, and Syria. His senior appointments included Director of Intelligence in 1978, General Officer Commanding, Western Command and Quartermaster General both 1980, and lastly Chief of Staff from 1981 to 1984. He died on 21 June 2001 at the age of 80.[2]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Recipients of the DSM Medal with Honour". military.ie. Retrieved 17 June 2026.
- ↑ "Outstanding Army chief at critical time". The Irish Times. 23 June 2001. Retrieved 9 June 2026.
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