United Kingdom Military Records Index

In the United Kingdom, various military records are invaluable for genealogical research, providing insights into ancestors' lives and service. Key records include the National Archives' service records, which detail individual soldiers’ military careers, enlistment, and discharge information. The Medal Index Cards offer insights into awards and decorations, while Army and Navy pension records reveal service members' details and family information. Additionally, the Commonwealth War Graves Commission database provides information on those who died in service. These records not only illuminate the military history of individuals but also help build a broader understanding of family lineage and heritage, making them essential for genealogists.

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United Kingdom, Service Medal and Award Rolls Index, 1914-1918 4,495,296 records available Commonwealth War Graves, 1914-1921, 1939-1947 4,018,932 records available United Kingdom, War Memorials, 1914-1949 1,107,431 records available United Kingdom, Royal Navy Ratings’ Service Records, 1853-1928 803,683 records available British Soldiers Died in the Great War, 1914 - 1919 703,810 records available United Kingdom, Merchant Navy Seamen 571,917 records available United Kingdom, Police Gazette Army Deserters, 1828-1918 453,099 records available < See the entire collection catalog of military records in the United Kingdom

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