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« on: Saturday 09 May 20 16:50 BST (UK) »
I am totally ignorant about British/Irish military and theatres of conflict about the time in question.
My GGGF William Thomas Wright c1830 is listed as pensioner on first (known) child's baptismal record in 1869 and in Belfast street directories of same era.
Regarding age, at marriage/baptism he stated 1836, death record shows 1829.
He died prior to the 1901 census so I cannot say where he was born. Wife from Antrim. He appears to have converted to RC as he was baptized same day of marriage 1868. No civil record of marriage though there is a parish record.
Can anyone guide me on how to proceed?
What occupations would qualify someone as a pensioner if serving c1854-1868?
Are there records for pension receivers of that era?
Likelihood of serving in British, Irish, Canadian, or American military?
Any help greatly appreciated.