Exploring the Historical Documents Library and how it can help you with your military family history Our Historical Documents Library is a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Our Military Genealogist, Simon…
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WWI war diaries: how they can help you research a military ancestor
Getting the best out of WWI war diaries and how they can help you research a military ancestor. War diaries are among the most interesting and exciting records to research our British…
The Normandy landings at 80: stories of courage from our military archives
Discover the courage and bravery of the men and women who helped make the Normandy landings a success The Normandy landings of 6 June 1944, known as D-Day, were a massive feat…
D-Day 80: Four fathers and their D-Day stories – Part 4
Stories from our community for the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings In part 4 of our D-Day 80 community stories series, we meet James Tough Gibson, whose squadron was involved in…
D-Day 80: Four fathers and their D-Day stories – Part 3
Stories from our community for the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings In part 3 of our D-Day 80 community stories series, we tackle the difficulties of researching a family member who…
D-Day 80: Four fathers and their D-Day stories – Part 2
Stories from our community for the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings In part 2 of our D-Day 80 community stories series, we explore the fascinating story of Norman Davies, a Shropshire-man…
D-Day 80: Four fathers and their D-Day stories – Part 1
Stories from our community for the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings We’ve reached a major anniversary in the history of WWII: D-Day 80, 80 years since the launch of Operation Overlord,…
Who Do You Think You Are?: Episode 2 – Claire Foy’s military ancestor and a tragic accident
Episode two of Who Do You Think You Are? Series 20 delved into actor Claire Foy’s family history, revealing a tragic military story. It was another captivating episode demonstrating how fascinating and…
Helping you find your WWII Ancestor
Forces War Records now has 4 million WWII records available. Log on to find out more – there could be a war hero in your family just waiting to be discovered, and remembered.
The Women’s Royal Naval Service
Celebrating those who served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service (W.R.N.S) and those who have served or are currently serving in the Royal Navy. READ MORE HERE: