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Research in Other Countries => Europe => Topic started by: crackpot on Thursday 12 March 15 17:40 GMT (UK)
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Hello,
Looking for info on Wilhem Thorn and his family
Born 22 May 1780 Neuwied near Koblenz Germany.
Parents: Johann Philipp Thorn---master tailor and Anna Catherina Singmeister of Heddensdorf.
I understand she was Johann's second wife. Wilhelm came to England to do his military education and then joined the 29th light dragoons. He changed his name to William.
He was the youngest of 5 boys and 1 girl. I am very interested in particular of who his sister was as I believe she married my 4th great grandfather John Francis Smet.
William had an extensive military career and wrote 2 books. He died in 1843 at Neuwied and is said to be buried there.
Any info about this family greatly appreciated.
Elaine