Ceremonies to remember Irish people who've lost their lives in wars, and while on peace-keeping missions, were held around the country today.
The National Day of Commemoration at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin, was attended by the President, Taoiseach, and cabinet Ministers.
The multi-faith service was also attended by next-of-kin of those being remembered, relatives of 1916 leaders and Irish Defence Force veterans.
Other ceremonies also took place in Cork, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, Sligo and Waterford.
Former service man with the Royal Irish Rangers, Gerry Murphy was at the event in Dublin
He tells us about why he attended the ceremony, and about the medals he's received for his services:
Tánaiste Joan Burton and Minister Brendan Howlin arrive at the ceremony. Image: Caoimhseach Connolly
President Higgins arrives at the ceremony. Image: Caoimhseach Connolly
Taoiseach Enda Kenny introduced representatives of various religions for the multi-faith service of prayer:
These retired members of the Army Reserves explained why they are attending the event in Dublin today:
One of the many other commemoration events taking place today was held in Limerick.
Local Fine Gael TD Patrick O'Donovan says it is important we take the time to honour our service personnel who did not make it home:
