These records will not be your standard name and location records. The British War Office included information about eye color, distinguishing marks, and physical descriptions. Some of the later records even include photographs! Check it out now at www.findmypast.co.uk/search/army-service-records/militia.
Friday, July 22, 2011
British Militia Records Released
Do you have a British Ancestor who might have served in the militia between 1806 and 1915? The British National Archives have released new records created by the War Office during those years. This information is in regards to both officers and regular soldiers and has been scanned in and transcribed for the first time ever!
