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Title: John Elder
Post by: Golden Oldie on Sunday 19 June 11 14:19 BST (UK)

I have a John Elder on the English 1901 census. He is a sergeant in the Royal Artillery stationed at the Citadel in Plymouth.
He was born in County Derry around 1868/1870.
Do you think he joined up in Ireland or England. I am looking for his army records and have no idea where to look.
Thank you
Ann

Title: Re: John Elder
Post by: km1971 on Sunday 19 June 11 20:33 BST (UK)

Hi Ann

He could have enlisted anywhere in the UK. He almost certainly qualified for a pension, so you should look for his papers on Findmypast. If he served into WW1 his may have been lost in WW2 bombing.

Ken

Title: Re: John Elder
Post by: Golden Oldie on Monday 20 June 11 13:43 BST (UK)

Thank you Ken
I think find my past is my next port of call. I will let you know if I find him
Regards Ann

Title: Re: John Elder
Post by: Golden Oldie on Wednesday 22 June 11 15:43 BST (UK)

Hello
Following your advice I found John Elder enlisting in England in1887.
Thank you
Regards Ann