south africa military service?

[jen5525]

I'm trying to find military service for my great uncle, John Stewart (b. 1921 Port Glasgow, Scotland).  He relocated to Natal, South Africa in 1936 at the age of 15.  I have been told by my mother that he fought in WWII, and that she thinks he may have been a prisoner of war.  My question is whether  there would be a separate South African army that fought in the war, or if he'd have been part of the British forces.  Either way, does anyone have any suggestions on how I might find his military records.  Any thoughts or suggestions would be very helpful!
Jennifer

[3sillydogs]

He could have served in the Union Defence Force or returned to England to enlist there.  The Union Defence Force was part of the British war effort.

There are records of POW's on FindMyPast and Ancestry if you have a sub for either one of those.  I found my uncle as a POW in Italy on them. He served in the Union Defence Force.

[purlin]

You may also find information at the National Archives.  http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/research-guides/soldiers-african-forces-under-british-control/

[Mark G]

Dear Jennifer

I can give you details of a very competent researcher who will search SA archives.

Regards

Mark

[jen5525]

thanks Mark.  I'm trying to do it without involving the researcher...but if necessary, I will definitely go that route, so a name would be fantastic!