 During the time from 1 April 1918 to 31 March 1919, and commanded by Sean T. Riordan, Peter “carried out all orders and military activities as ordered by officers in charge as a member of the Irish Volunteers.He made ammunition, and took part in training, drilling and general preparation for active service in connection with resisting conscription and any other service required of him.During that period activities were stalled owing to resistance to conscription and general elections.