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How to search for records with minimum information
« on: Monday 07 June 21 21:32 BST (UK) »
I have been told that my paternal grandfather, Arthur Sidney Platt, served in the Army presumably during the second world war. When he was alive he never mentioned it and I only found out after his death that he had served with REME.
Given that this is all I know is there any way I can trace his service history?
Any help gratefully received.
Many thanks in advance,
Chris
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Re: How to search for records with minimum information
« Reply #1 on: Monday 07 June 21 21:38 BST (UK) »
His record will be held by the MOD but you can apply for a copy, cost £30.

Details here: www.gov.uk/get-copy-military-service-records

Warning....there can be a long wait!
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Re: How to search for records with minimum information
« Reply #2 on: Tuesday 08 June 21 10:19 BST (UK) »
Good morning Nanny Jan,

Thank you for your reply and I will try that. It doesn't matter if there is a wait, I am in no rush.

Kind regards and stay safe.
Lancashire: Platt, Peckett, Gradwell, Garlick, Roscoe, Redmayne, Calvert, Jagger
Cheshire: Roscoe, Edge
Yorkshire: Jagger
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