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Military Service in India

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Jay

Jay Report 16 Jul 2008 20:55

My grandfather was born in 1884 and I understand that he served in India. I`d like to search for his records or even just information on battles in India but I`ve no idea which wars if any - given his birthdate - might have actually involved service in India.

Jay

Amanda2003

Amanda2003 Report 16 Jul 2008 21:08

Hello Jay..........a few threads down is one titled 1/25th cyclist battalion..........they served in India in ww1.......it has a link to a site about that battalion with lots of photos..........maybe you might find him there ?

Jay

Jay Report 16 Jul 2008 21:13

Thanks Amanda - sounds just the sort of thing I`m looking for.
Jay

Amanda2003

Amanda2003 Report 16 Jul 2008 21:14

Happy hunting Jay.