German War Graves in Ireland

[Martin Gleeson]

For Jim P.,

Must agree with everything my friend and colleague Tony K. has written. As I am at least as interested in the men as in the aircraft I have found websites of, or publications from, agencies such as the CWGC and ABMC to be priceless sources of information. Details such as full and correct spelling of names, ranks, ages etc. can be hard to obtain in many instances.

Many of our colleagues worldwide have done invaluable work through their research in recovering bodies for a proper burial or identifying those interred as an unknown airman or soldier. Would that I could achieve something so worthwhile through my research.

Also just standing in front of a headstone or viewing a vast war cemetery gives one back a proper perspective of war. It's about real men not just machines. I find I can appreciate their loss and sacrifice better. Sorry, an ex-soldier speaking.

With the utmost respect for your own hard work and constant generosity. Regards.

Martin Gleeson.