04-05-2003, 09:56 PM
William,
I'm not an expert on British research, so someone please correct me, but I think that British research has some limitations do to their privacy rules where the archives are closed until 80 years after the fact. So W.W.I archives are just now beginning to open.
I believe that people research the names on the WWI medals through rolls published in newspapers or other publications. WWII British medals are not named for most part.
U.S. medals can be researched if they are named. The KIA medals are easier to research and it does take time, but can be rewarding.
I have no idea about German research.
Either way, its a great way to preser the historical story behind the medal and add to the memory of the receipient.
Take care,
Ed Maier
I'm not an expert on British research, so someone please correct me, but I think that British research has some limitations do to their privacy rules where the archives are closed until 80 years after the fact. So W.W.I archives are just now beginning to open.
I believe that people research the names on the WWI medals through rolls published in newspapers or other publications. WWII British medals are not named for most part.
U.S. medals can be researched if they are named. The KIA medals are easier to research and it does take time, but can be rewarding.
I have no idea about German research.
Either way, its a great way to preser the historical story behind the medal and add to the memory of the receipient.
Take care,
Ed Maier
