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Offline Ianwelch

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unknown service number
« on: Tuesday 25 August 20 15:43 BST (UK) »
I am trying to confirm my late Fathers service number.
He served in the Army in WW11 , I have the date of his medical discharge in 1944 via a hospital ship from North Africa . I can supply the relevant birth and death certificates . Can you help please ?'

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Re: unknown service number
« Reply #1 on: Tuesday 25 August 20 20:45 BST (UK) »
Are you wanting to apply for his service record?

 It is useful but not necessary when completing the application form.


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Re: unknown service number
« Reply #2 on: Tuesday 25 August 20 21:12 BST (UK) »
Welcome from me too! ;D

The form you have to fill in for Service Records asks for Service Number OR Date of Birth.
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