Discover Your Family's Military History
Are you curious about the heroic stories and untold sacrifices of your ancestors who served during the Second World War? Do you wish to connect with their legacy, whether they fought bravely on the battlefield or performed vital but often overlooked tasks behind the frontlines? Look no further, as a military historian, it’s my mission is to meticulously uncover the service records of service personnel and share their individual stories, ensuring that their contributions to history are known and remembered.
Why Choose The War Years?
Uncovering Untold Stories
At The War Years, we’re committed to preserving the heritage of the brave men and women who served their nations during the most defining period of the 20th century. The Second World War witnessed countless acts of heroism, not only on the battlefield but also in the countless mundane but vital tasks performed by numerous individuals. At The War Years, we understand the significance of these stories and are dedicated to bringing them to light. Through painstaking research, our aim is to shed light on both the frontline heroes and those who contributed behind the scenes.
Detailed Service Record Research
With a treasure trove of historical archives and a profound knowledge of the Second World War, we leave no stone unturned in retrieving your family's military history. We’ll meticulously comb through official papers, reports, war diaries, photographs, film, and sound archives to piece together a comprehensive narrative of your ancestor's wartime experience. We’ll also explain their individual service role in the wider context of their unit, formation, campaign, and theatre of operation.
A Personalised Service
We understand that every family has a unique story to tell, and not every hero carries a weapon. We offer a personalized research service tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're searching for a specific individual's history or want to uncover the broader context of a military unit, we’ve got you covered.
How It Works
Consultation: Contact us now to discuss your research goals and share any existing information or family anecdotes related to your ancestor's service.
Research: We’ll begin the meticulous process of digging through archives, databases, and historical records to uncover the service history of your loved ones, acknowledging the diverse roles they may have played.
Compilation: Once the research is complete, we’ll compile a detailed report, including service records, personal anecdotes, and historical context, providing you with a comprehensive view of your ancestor's journey, be it on the frontline, in a support role, or prisoner of war.
Presentation: We’ll present the findings in a format that suits your preferences, whether it's a beautifully bound book, a digital document, or a presentation.
Celebration: With the research in your hands, you can celebrate your family's diverse military history, share it with future generations, and pay tribute to the brave souls who sacrificed so much to shape our world today.
Connect with Your Family's Military Legacy
Don't let the stories of your ancestors fade into obscurity. Allow The War Years to unlock the door to the past and bring to life the extraordinary journeys of those who served during the Second World War, and other periods of conflict. Connect with your family's military legacy today and ensure that all their sacrifices are remembered for generations to come.
Fees
A Basic Search for one individual’s service records: £345.
An In-depth Search for one individual's service records plus additional contextual information such as the individual’s job, training, unit, and operational activity: £459.
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Contact Charlie Trumpess now to embark on a historical journey that will forever enrich your family's heritage. Let us help you discover the truth behind the faded photograph, the service number, and the medal ribbon, and bring that story into the light.