The UDR – Ulster Defence Regiment

On March 2, 2012, in Articles, The Bleeding Hills, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

The Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR) was an infantry regiment of the British Army which became operational in 1970, formed on similar lines to other British reserve forces but with the operational role of defence of life or property in Northern Ireland against armed attack or sabotage.

Ireland: Inishbofin – The Island Of The White Cow

On December 29, 2011, in Articles, The Bleeding Hills, Wilfried F. Voss, by Editor

Inishbofin (derived from the Irish Inis Bó Finne meaning Island of the White Cow) is an island lying about 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) off the coast of Connemara, County Galway, Ireland.

Case Reopened: The Secret Life of British Captain Robert Nairac

My conclusion that Robert Nairac was gay is still a theory, and I am far from trying to cast a blame of any sort; my mere intention was to find an understanding of what was described as irrational behavior, a behavior that eventually led to the slaying of Captain Robert Nairac, a British officer with a bright future.

Kindle Edition – The Bleeding Hills by Wilfried F. Voss

On October 7, 2010, in Amazon Kindle, The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

Using the yarns of the past and the present, violence and love, deceit and honesty, The Bleeding Hills is a tale woven like an Irish sweater. It is a well crafted page-turner that keeps the reader in suspense with unexpected twists throughout. This story is about more than just a the Irish Troubles and espionage; it is personalized through Finn exploring his triumphs and retrospective regrets. What is truly impressive is the author’s skill at exploring the larger issue of civil conflicts–how individuals become involved and how governments perpetuate–without being obvious or sacrificing any of the story at hand.

Oops, I Lost A Facebook "Like"

On June 16, 2010, in Blogging, The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

Blogging is supposed to be fun – well, mostly it is, unless you have to deal with rude comments, or a comment you made on Facebook – always have a Facebook account with your blog as it develops a readership for you – angered one of your “Like”, formerly known as “Fan”. Exactly that happened to me yesterday.

Bloody Sunday: PM Apologizes For Killings

On June 15, 2010, in Political Comments, The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

David Cameron today issued a formal apology on behalf of the state for the “unjustified and unjustifiable” killing of 14 civil rights marchers by British soldiers on Bloody Sunday in Derry 38 years ago.

Blair Pressed Not To Call Bloody Sunday Inquiry

On June 15, 2010, in Political Comments, The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

In my novel The Bleeding Hills I raise the view that conservative powers, including those of the British security establishment, are, in a passive defensive way, not interested in upholding the Good Friday agreement, and, in all consequence, refuse to support lasting peace in Northern Ireland.

Bloody Sunday – Saville Report Will Be Published

On June 14, 2010, in Political Comments, The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

Today I found an article in The Guardian which represents the most critical account of British handling of the affair I have ever read in an English newspaper. It bluntly addresses the cover-up by British troops that continues to this day.

Rudeness Is The Weak Man's Imitation Of Strength

On April 28, 2010, in The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

It is an unfortunate situation that comments not agreeing with my assessment of British Captain Robert Nairac’s sexual orientation are harsh to the degree of unfairness, and they are usually insulting, which indicates to me that the commenters are unable, if not incompetent, to contribute solid facts that would contradict my writings. The only solution out of their dilemma is plain rudeness. All they offer are unsubstantiated opinions.

Car Bomb Blast Outside Police Station In South Armagh

On April 23, 2010, in The Bleeding Hills, by Editor

A car bomb exploded last night outside a police station in a Northern Ireland village close to the border with the Irish Republic. The explosion in Newtownhamilton in South Armagh came half an hour before midnight and damaged the building and nearby houses.