The following announcement was written by the folks at TheGenealogist:
To mark the 110th anniversary of the start of World War I, TheGenealogist is proud to announce the release of an extensive collection of military records featuring the global conflict. This significant release includes service records, rolls of honour, and books of remembrance from schools, places, and institutions, providing invaluable insights into the lives of those who served and sacrificed during the Great War.
The newly released records offer a look at over 25,000 individuals, giving details such as the service histories of soldiers, portraits, details of their schooling, and family connections, including poignant details of those killed or wounded in action. These records not only commemorate the bravery and dedication of those who served but also provide a rich resource for researchers and family historians.
A page from Portsmouth and the Great War
Included in this release are the following notable compilations:
Birmingham, Service Record of King Edward School 1914-1919
Whitgift Grammar School, The Book of Remembrance 1914-1919
Memorials of Rugbeians Who Fell in the Great War, Volumes II, III, V, VI
A Book of Remembrance of Old Boys and Masters of Watford Grammar School who Served in the Great War, 1914-1918
Shrewsbury School, Roll of Service, 1914-1918
Portsmouth and the Great War
Swindon’s War Record 1914-1918
The Clan MacRae Roll in the Great War – Unveiling of Memorial Supplement
7th Battalion Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, Officers and Men Who Fell During the Great War
London County Council Record of Service in the Great War, 1914-1918
Phoenix Assurance Company, Ltd. – War Service List, 1914-1919
Also included in the release are two publications that give more context to the conflict, with stories and illustrations of the individual battles and notable heroic deeds:
Children’s Story of the War
Deeds that Thrill the Empire
Mark Bayley, Head of Content at TheGenealogist, commented: “This release not only preserves the memories of the men and women who feature in these records, it also provides a window into the past for future generations. This adds to our extensive WW1 collections, providing a valuable resource for anyone interested in the personal histories and sacrifices of those who experienced the Great War.”
Researchers and family historians can access these records online at TheGenealogist’s website, where they can explore detailed entries, including the years individuals attended school, information on family members, and personal stories of bravery and loss.
Read the feature article ‘Harold Ackroyd: MD to VC’ at TheGenealogist here: https://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/featuredarticles/2024/harold-ackroyd-md-to-vc-7556/
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