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Offline Julie Wedlock

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Military records-Matthews
« on: Monday 02 May 11 16:24 BST (UK) »
Not sure if I am in the correct place but I am trying to find my GreatGreat Grandad but with the name Matthews it isn't easy. But then I found out he was a Captain in the Merchant Service.
He had died by the time my Great Grandad had married in 1886 in Tavistock and I cannot find his death either.
Any info regarding his military service or death or birth would be grateful, thanks
His name was James Alexander Matthews

Thanks

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Re: Military records-Matthews
« Reply #1 on: Monday 02 May 11 18:04 BST (UK) »
Hi Julie

Service in the merchant navy was not classed as military. So assuming he did not have another career in the armed services you need to contact - www.nmm.ac.uk

Ken