Written by Ken Divall, this new book fills a gap in the genealogical market
and provides guidance in tracing ancestors who served in the Royal Marines. The
book outlines the records available and where to find them and includes a
chapter on the history of the service.
Readers of this book will be able not only to research their Royal Marine
ancestors, but also learn a little of the history of one of the most illustrious
British military units. Royal Marines have served in more wars and campaigns all
over the world, than any other branch of the three services. Add to that the
number of far flung places that marines have visited whilst serving aboard Royal
Navy warships, and it makes any Royal Marines ancestor a very interesting
proposition to research.
Contents:
About the Author
List of Illustrations
Foreword
Introduction and Acknowledgements
1. A Brief History of the Royal Marines and its Forerunner, the Admirals
Regiment
2. Royal Marines Genealogy and how the Corps was, and is, Divided by Division
and Unit
3. Where to Find the Records of Royal Marines
4. Royal Marine Records at The National Archives, Kew
5. Royal Marine Records and Books at the Society of Genealogists
6. The Royal Marines Museum Library and Archives, Southsea
7. The Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton
8. The National Maritime Museum, Greenwich and the Imperial War Museum, Lambeth
9. The Newspaper Library, Colindale, North London
10. Other Repositories with Royal Marine Research Facilities, Including the
Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC)
11. Records of Miscellaneous Units Including the RM Bands and Other Specialists
Within the Royal Marines
12. Case Studies of Royal Marine Other Ranks and Officers
13. Medals Including VC Winners, Traditions and Customs
14. Royal Marine Research on the Internet
Glossary
Bibliography
Useful Addresses, Telephone Numbers, Websites and Email Addresses
Index
