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• Letter from R. Gonthier and D. Sommer to Official & Technical Delegates IVTC, 11/07/1983

  Letter from R. Gonthier and D. Sommer to Official & Technical Delegates IVTC, 11/07/1983. Subject: Announcement of the accidental death of Mr. Jacques Chopard, Swiss Electronics Expert and acting Technical Delegate for the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983.
• Letter from Swiss Ambassador in Austria (Dr. J.A. Iselin) to the Secretary General of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, 12/07/1983

  Letter from Swiss Ambassador in Austria (Dr. J.A. Iselin) to the Secretary General of the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, 12/07/1983. Subject: Regret for not attending the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983, and recommendation to invite Honorary Consul Dr. Udo Lardelli as a representative.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Alois Zieri, 04/07/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Alois Zieri, 04/07/1983. Subject: Confirmation of hotel reservation in Linz and payment details for participation in the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983, Observer programme.
• Letter from Restaurant Du Pont to Daniel Sommer, 04/07/1983

  Letter from Restaurant Du Pont (Zurich) to Daniel Sommer, 04/07/1983. Subject: Confirmation of room reservation for International Skills Competition meeting on 30 August 1983.
• Letter from Alliance des Chambres de Commerce Suisses (F. Cravero) to the Secretariat of the International Vocational Training Competitions, 29/06/1983

  Letter from Alliance des Chambres de Commerce Suisses (F. Cravero) to the Secretariat of the International Vocational Training Competitions, 29/06/1983. Subject: Referral to the Zurich Chamber of Commerce for issuing ATA Carnets.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mag. Hans Fink, 28/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mag. Hans Fink, 28/06/1983. Subject: Nomination of the Swiss Expert for the Restaurant Service skill competition and proposal to discuss accommodation details on 15 July.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Raymond Frei, 28/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Raymond Frei, 28/06/1983 Subject: Acknowledgement and thanks for nominating Mr. C. Fischer as Expert
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. C. Fischer, 28/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. C. Fischer, 28/06/1983. Subject: Welcome and information package regarding his nomination as Expert for the new demonstration skill "Restaurant Service" at the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to the Experts team, 28/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to the Experts team, 28/06/1983 Subject: Introduction of Restaurant Service as a demonstration skill in 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983, and nomination of Mr. Conrad Fischer as Swiss Expert.
• Letter from Swiss Ambassador in Austria (Jürg A. Iselin) to Daniel Sommer, 28/06/1983

  Letter from Swiss Ambassador in Austria (Jürg A. Iselin) to Daniel Sommer, 28/06/1983 Subject: Regret over inability to host a reception or attend the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983, due to scheduling and staffing constraints.
• Letter from Swiss Commission for Vocational Training to Daniel Sommer, 24/06/1983

  Letter from Swiss Commission for Vocational Training to Daniel Sommer, 24/06/1983 Subject: Appointment of Mr. C. Fischer as Expert for the Restaurant Service skill competition at the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Swiss Customs Administration, 21/06/1983.

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Swiss Customs Administration, 21/06/1983 Subject: Request for customs forms for the transport of tools by Swiss candidates to the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Hotel Schillerpark, 21/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Hotel Schillerpark, 21/06/1983. Subject: Room reservation for Dr. Hans Hürlimann for the night of 23/24 August 1983 during the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Hans Koller to E. Wegmüller, W. Bär, and Daniel Sommer, 21/06/1983

  Letter from Hans Koller to E. Wegmüller, W. Bär, and D. Sommer, 21/06/1983. Subject: Proposal for charter flight to attend the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to the Swiss Ambassador in Vienna, 21/06/1983.

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to the Swiss Ambassador in Vienna, 21/06/1983. Subject: Information and invitation regarding the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Huber, SWISSAIR, 06/06/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Huber, SWISSAIR, 06/06/1983 Subject: Participant registrations and flight details for the Linz excursion, 23–25 August 1983.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mag. Hans Fink, 06/06/1983.

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mag. Hans Fink, 06/06/1983. Subject: Support request for radio journalist Martin Plattner during his visit to the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Director Dr. E. Huemer, 31/05/1983.

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Director Dr. E. Huemer, 31/05/1983. Subject: Confirmation of arrangements and request for hotel reservation in July.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to an interested participant in the “flight” option to Linz, 24/05/1983

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to an interested participant in the “flight” option to Linz, 24/05/1983 Subject: Update on travel costs and flight schedule for attending 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983, via the flight option
• Letter from Gebrüder Bühler AG (signed by P. Lenz, Department PE-4 / Training)to Swiss Secretariat for the International Vocational Competition, 27/05/1983

  Letter from Gebrüder Bühler AG (signed by P. Lenz, Department PE-4 / Training)to Swiss Secretariat for the International Vocational Competition, 27/05/1983 Subject: Registration of Mr. Anton Ehrler as Observer for the Linz excursion (25–26 August 1983), 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Letter from City-Hotel Linz (Director Dr. Eduard Huemer) to Daniel Sommer, 25/05/1983

  Letter from City-Hotel Linz (Director Dr. Eduard Huemer) to Daniel Sommer, 25/05/1983 Subject: Accommodation of Observers for the 27th International Vocational Training Competition, Linz 1983
• Ireland’s official invitation to host the 25th International Apprentices Competition, Cork 1979

  This is the transcript of an address delivered by Dr. D.F.C. O'Callaghan during the IVTO General Assembly held in Busan, South Korea, on 11 September 1978. On behalf of the Irish Minister for Education, Dr. O'Callaghan officially confirmed Ireland’s invitation to host the 25th International Apprentices Competition in Cork, from 2 to 18 September 1979. The speech reflects on Ireland’s long-standing involvement in the competitions, the educational value of international skills events, and the broader cultural and developmental benefits they bring to young people. Dr. O'Callaghan also highlights Cork’s facilities, environment, and warm hospitality, and acknowledges the Korean hosts for their excellent organization of the assembly in Busan.
• Ireland’s participation in the 8th International Vocational Training Competition, Modena 1959

  8th International Vocational Training Competition, Modena 1959. The competition included participants from Italy, Spain, Germany, England, Portugal, Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and Ireland. Ireland achieved 2 first places, 3 second places, and 1 third place, performing strongly across trades like brickwork, electrical installation, fitting, and jewellery. The report underscores the challenges faced by the Irish team, including limited preparation time, lack of experience with metric tools, and reduced selection pools compared to countries like Spain or West Germany. Nevertheless, all Irish apprentices completed their tasks and delivered commendable results under pressure.
• Ireland’s participation in the 9th International Vocational Training Competition, Barcelona 1960

  This report outlines Ireland’s participation in the 9th International Vocational Training Competition, Barcelona 1960. Originally planned for Portugal, the event was relocated on short notice. Despite fewer countries attending, Ireland competed alongside Spain, Italy, West Germany, Portugal, Belgium, and the UK. Ireland earned 2 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze medals, with strong showings in multiple trades. The report highlights the high training standards in Spain—where apprentices undergo intensive preparation for over a year—and compares it with the limited practical hours in Ireland. It praises the Irish apprentices’ technical performance and social conduct, despite challenges such as heat, metric systems, and unfamiliar food. The author urges further investment in training to remain competitive.
• Ireland’s participation in the 10th International Vocational Training Competition, Duisburg 1961

  Comprehensive report on Ireland’s participation in the 10th International Vocational Training Competition, Duisburg 1961. It includes the list of countries represented, trade categories, detailed rankings by Irish Competitors, and accounts of their experiences—both technical and social. The report highlights preparation efforts, cooperation from employers and unions, the increasing international standards, and the social and cultural engagement of the Irish team. It concludes with a call for stronger performance in engineering and electrical trades, as Ireland's main successes to date had been in construction-related skills.