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MargaretM

MargaretM Report 13 Nov 2008 22:48

Did he perhaps, enlist in Canada? Attestation papers are here:

http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca/databases/cef/index-e.html

Researching:
Great grandmother Dorothy Bean nee Abbott (1858-1908)

John

John Report 13 Nov 2008 22:31

My grandfather was in the RFC but I believe he must have been transferred to the army when the RAF was formed. I visited TNA at Kew and looked for records of him but drew a blank. Lots of records of such people were destroyed in WWII. Where records do exist, it's quite likely that several other servicemen had exactly the same name and research can get seriously time-consuming. It's also pretty harrowing when you start wondering just how many of the names and numbers represent people who came back in one piece. So I'd suggest that if you go to the TNA you take a couple of other interesting subjects to investigate instead. And don't miss out on the cake. Good luck.

was plain ann now annielaurie

was plain ann now annielaurie Report 13 Nov 2008 19:30

I'd suggest you look at the Research Guide on the RFC/RAF on the site George has given to you. Depending on when he left, his records might be with the RAF - I think 1919 onwards..

Laura

Laura Report 13 Nov 2008 19:26

thank you very much!
will have a look, looks like another trip to Kew...
Thanks again x

George_of_Westbury

George_of_Westbury Report 13 Nov 2008 19:25

Laura

I understand that service records of RAF personnel prior to 1924 are held by the natonal archives,

Have a look at this link which explains, dont know if these records are online, or you have to visit Kew, perhaps someone else will know and advise.

http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/

Hope this helps

George

Researching:
My avatar is that of my Dad and shipmates, taken onboard HMS Blanche in 1938, place unknown From left to right, my Dad,Sidney Mellor and Sidney Bateman.

Laura

Laura Report 13 Nov 2008 18:57

hello,
i wonder if anyone could give me some advice?
i'm trying to find info for a friend about their great grandfather. He was born in Canada, but moved to England and fought in WWI with the RFC, and i assume the RAF when the changeover took place in 1917. any idea where i can find some records? cant see a service record or pension record, or a medal card, so im a bit flummoxed.
thanks in advance, L :-)