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Records of non-military Navy personel.

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Ben

Ben Report 16 Jan 2007 16:58

I have been told that one of my ancestors was as a master mason working at the Royal Naval Base in Simonstown, South Africa at the turn of the century. Does anyone know where I may be able to find records to confirm this? As he was not a sailor or soldier I assume he won't have a military record. Thanks, Ben.

Ann

Ann Report 16 Jan 2007 17:18

Have you got his name Ben?

Ben

Ben Report 16 Jan 2007 17:30

Hi Ann, thanks for the reply, his name was John Charles Trewavas from Mousehole, Cornwall.

Ann

Ann Report 16 Jan 2007 17:32

I will see what I can do!

Ann

Ann Report 16 Jan 2007 17:41

I found this web page for the Simonstown museum.....they will probably be able to help you Ben . Theres info/pictures + also a contact address. Remember to change the * to a . in the web address. http://simonstown*com/museum/stm.htm Good luck Ann

Ann

Ann Report 16 Jan 2007 17:49

You are very welcome I hope you find the info you need.

Ben

Ben Report 16 Jan 2007 17:51

Thanks for your help.

Ann

Ann Report 16 Jan 2007 18:09

I found a bit more info which I have sent as a PM to you.