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My brother in the RAF.

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ErikaH

ErikaH Report 20 Apr 2021 12:08

Not exactly urgent.............. :-S :-S :-S :-S

KathleenBell

KathleenBell Report 20 Apr 2021 10:35

This is what the government website says:-

Apply for the records of someone who's deceased

You can apply for a copy of someone else’s service records if any of the following apply:

You’re their immediate next of kin, for example their spouse or parent

You’ve got consent from their immediate next of kin <<<<<<<<<<<<<

You have a general research interest - you’ll only have access to limited information, unless they died more than 25 years ago

You need to know the person’s full name, date of birth and service number.

Fill in 2 forms - a request form and a search form.

So...if you are in contact with his next of kin and can get their permission you should be able to apply for the records. You may need a copy of his death certificate.

Kath. x

ErikaH

ErikaH Report 30 Mar 2021 16:05

Info at.........................

https://www.genesreunited.co.uk/boards/board/military_chat/thread/1380443

Have you been given a reason for the refusal?

William

William Report 30 Mar 2021 16:00

My late elder brother served in the RAF as a National Serviceman circa 1949 to 1951. I believe his service No was 2427304. Is there anyone who can access records for more detail so that I can complete my brothers service details. I also later served in the RAF and I was able to get my details. However, even though he was my brother, they won't release his record to me.
Can any either help me or tell me how I can find out more. I have my Dad's and my three uncles service details but I am missing this one.