How do I find my Royal Navy records?

Some records are free to view but others are available on either a subscription or pay per view basis (£). The National Archives (TNA) holds most of the service records for men who served up to the 1920s. The National Museum of the Royal Navy holds some additional records at the Fleet Air Arm Museum.

How do I find Navy service records?

You can request a copy of the Veteran’s military records in any of these ways:

Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
Write a letter to the NPRC.
Visit the NPRC in person.
Contact your state or county Veterans agency.

How can I find out what Navy ship my grandfather was on?

To request these records, please mail a completed GSA Standard Form 180 to NPRC. Veterans and their next of kin also may use eVetRecs to request records.

How do I find someone who served in the Navy?

How to Locate U.S. Military Personnel and Veterans

By phone at 1-877-272-7337.
Through an online request (You’ll first need to create an account.)
Using its Hero Care app on your mobile device.

Can I view my VA decision letter online?

You can also access your VA decision letter online. Before we dive into your VA award letter, bookmark this useful link to download your VA decision letter online.

What are the service records of the Royal Navy?

The records include: RMLI (Plymouth, Chatham & Portsmouth Divisions) Continuous Service (CS) & Short Service (SS); RMA CS & SS; RND (Divisional Engineers, Divisional Train, RM Medical Unit, Ordnance Company) Deal Short Service; RMB – Royal Naval School of Music; RM Labour Corps (New Formation) Short Service.

Where can I find the Royal Navy Adm number?

You can find records of engineers who served during 1839-1862 in ADM 29/105-111. Try browsing series ADM 104 for surgeons’ and assistant surgeons’ service records. Try searching the Royal Navy First World War Lives at Sea database by name, service number and numerous other criteria.

Is the National Museum of the Royal Navy in London?

The National Museum of the Royal Navy only holds a very limited number of service related documents as most UK service records are held by the Ministry of Defence or the National Archives. It is advised that you look there first before contacting the NMRN.

Where to find Portsmouth History Centre and Records Office?

Portsmouth History Centre and records office Portsmouth History Centre and records office Coronavirus update For up-to-date information and latest changes to this service – please visit our dedicated coronavirus library information page. Useful Information

How do I find my Royal Navy records? Some records are free to view but others are available on either a subscription or pay per view basis (£). The National Archives (TNA) holds most of the service records for men who served up to the 1920s. The National Museum of the Royal Navy holds some…