Full episode of ‘Dateline Dublin’ presented by P.P. O’Reilly. This is a programme made for Irish soldiers serving in the Congo. It was recorded in Ireland and sent to Radio Brazzaville in the Congo for transmission.

News report read by Bridget Kilfeather.

Sports news read by Philip Greene. Headlines includes: the Irish Olympic Council announcement of team for the Rome Olympics and British Olympics team news.

Violinist Sean Maguire plays a tune.

Local news read by Una Sheehy.

Philip Greene then reads more sports news including coverage of the Presidents Club Final between Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne, GAA news, and more.

Recording of the De Le Salle Boys Band from Ballyfermot performing.

Message to the Irish troops in the Congo from Radio Éireann Balance and Control officer John Ians.

Captain Jack Miller reports on the preparations by the 33rd Battalion as they get ready to depart for the Congo. He also provides general army news including officer news.

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