#1
|
||||
|
||||
How to find WW2 service number
My father only spoke at the end of his life about his war service, he was the only survivor of 3 regiments, he was in the north African campaign, I would love to trace any information especially medals he was awarded but did not claim...but I am at a loss ...how do I find his Army service number ...any help appreciated...assuming I will need this vital piece of information!
__________________
|
#2
|
||||
|
||||
You don't need the service number to order his records:
https://www.gov.uk/get-copy-military...-elses-records I think there is a long delay in receiving the papers at the moment though. |
#3
|
||||
|
||||
Thank you so much for the help, I am rusty about researching...much appreciated x
__________________
|
#4
|
||||
|
||||
His service record should be with the MoD.
Here's the info about making an application: https://www.gov.uk/get-copy-military...-elses-records As you see, it can take a long time. As for the service number, it is not a requirement to supply it, but clearly if the person had a common name it could be complex for the MoD to find the correct record. Would your father have had information on any birth, marriage or death cert during his time in service? Some soldiers would give their service number as part of their occupational details.
__________________
Merry "Something has been filled in that I didn't know was blank" Matthew Broderick WDYTYA? March 2010 |
#5
|
||||
|
||||
Oh good point he married his first wife in Athens whilst in Army...I have recently sent for that certificate for my Brother in Australia....will contact him to see if any information on there..thanks
__________________
|
#6
|
||||
|
||||
Oooh, promising!
__________________
Merry "Something has been filled in that I didn't know was blank" Matthew Broderick WDYTYA? March 2010 |
#7
|
||||
|
||||
There are some WW2 bits and pieces online on Ancestry and FMP.
You said: Quote:
__________________
Merry "Something has been filled in that I didn't know was blank" Matthew Broderick WDYTYA? March 2010 |
#8
|
||||
|
||||
Im not so rusty I did keep a copy of cert sent to Australia...rank or pression.Cfn R E M E 14250515 residence at marriage -Command GHQ 2nd Echelon Melf at GHQ 02E Melf. 342 Inf Tps Wks Reme...woo hoo I am assuming that 14250515 is his service Number?
__________________
|
#9
|
||||
|
||||
Oh, I didn't see this before I replied to your pm.
Will send some bits later.
__________________
Merry "Something has been filled in that I didn't know was blank" Matthew Broderick WDYTYA? March 2010 |
#10
|
||||
|
||||
...and yes, that is his service number.
__________________
Merry "Something has been filled in that I didn't know was blank" Matthew Broderick WDYTYA? March 2010 |
|
|