Photo: John Stout: "I feel very betrayed about how we were treated, it was wrong". BBCIrish Government Promises Action On WWII Deserters -- BBC
The Irish government is to take action over the soldiers who were punished for fighting with the British during World War II, the BBC understands.
Ireland was neutral during the conflict, but around 10% of its armed forces deserted to join the fight against fascism.
On their return many were placed on an official blacklist, banning them from getting jobs, benefits or pensions.
There has been growing pressure on Dublin to issue the men with a pardon.
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More News On Ireland Preparing To Pardon Those Who Fought Against Nazi Germany In The Second World War
Sinn Fein to back pardons for 'deserters' who fought for Britain in World War II -- The Australian/The Times
Pardon for Irish WWII soldiers sought -- RTE News
Shatter considers pardon for Irish soldiers persecuted for fighting Hitler -- The Journal.ie
Pressure on Irish government to pardon WWII deserters -- BBC (Video)
My Comment: I have only one thing to say .... what took them so long to correct this incredible injustice? Persecuting those who liberated concentration camps .... disgusting.
Update: Sadly .... it looks like this is not going to happen soon.
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