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A previous post http://www.rootschat.com/forum/index.php?topic=101673.0 gives a few links which could be useful.

From a very quick search it seems that the regiment was in Bermuda 1841-47 and at the battles of Inkerman and The Alma during the Crimean War.

Philip

Thanks Philip

Date of Admission to out Pension 24th. September 1861
Rate 2 shillings.
Pension commenced in Cambridge district .15th. October 1861

You might need to explain that a little more to this ignoramus.  Does that mean he died in service and the pension is paid to a dependant or maybe he was wounded etc?  Any clues?

Hi

I am searching for a Charles Matthews and the only definite record I have of him is the 1851 census.  It shows him born about 1819 and living in Sawston, Cambs.  His occupation states he is a sergeant in the 21st? Regiment.  I cannot see him in 1841 or in 1861 so I guess he was on duty somewhere or died in service.  I've done some simple searches on Ancestry etc and there are a few candidates but I cannot be sure or match up the 21st Regiment issue.
If anyone can assist I would be most grateful.

Cheers

Hi Simon

Many thanks for the post as it gives me much more of an insight into that side of my family.  You mention old man Williamson, what was his name?  It would help me tremendously with my family research.  Also, your auntie Bub - what was her proper name?  Hope you don't mind me asking.

Cheers

Hi Jool

What a star you are for spotting this.  I'll pass the info on as it looks very positive from what she has previously told me.

Regards

Doggy