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Guardians of the Peace

civic guard, Ireland

Also known as: Garda Síochána

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In Ireland: Security of Ireland
The Guardians of the Peace (An Garda Síochána), established in 1922, is a nationwide force headed by a commissioner who is responsible to the minister for justice. A few hundred members of the force are assigned to detective duties; they are usually plainclothes officers and, when…
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