Family Research Services
We pride ourselves on offering clear, competitive pricing for high-quality British military genealogy research. Whether you’re investigating an ancestor who served in the British Army, Royal Navy, or Royal Air Force during the First World War, Second World War, or earlier conflicts such as the Boer War or Napoleonic campaigns, our services are designed to give you excellent value for money. There are many genealogy websites that rely on automated data or charge hefty fees for basic records. We provide a personal, expert-led service that uses military archives, war diaries, medal rolls, service records, regimental histories, and pension files to uncover the real stories behind the names.
Standard Report
£100
- Full service record (if in existence)
- Timeline and narrative (8-15 pages)
- Evidence and citations
- Great if you have 'hit a wall'
- Contextual Regimental information
Comprehensive Report
£250
- Full biography
- Timelines
- Citations
- War diary extracts
-Visual aids
-Maps
Our research options are ideal for individuals seeking to build a military family tree, understand their ancestor’s wartime experience, or locate specific service records from WW1 and WW2. We also work with authors, museums, filmmakers, and heritage organisations to provide historically accurate military profiles and background research for books, documentaries, exhibitions, and more.
There are no hidden fees—just straightforward packages tailored to your needs. We guide you through the process and explain every step clearly, making sure you only pay for the research that matters most to you. Whether you’re starting with just a name and regiment or already have some records, our goal is to help you uncover and preserve the legacy of your British military ancestors in as much detail as possible.
Price Comparison
Our military genealogy research website offers better value for money than other sites by combining expert research services with affordable pricing, transparent fees, and personalized support. Unlike larger platforms that charge premium rates for limited access or generic data, we provide in-depth, tailor-made research using both public and specialist archives. Whether you're tracing a single soldier or building a full military family history, our service ensures you pay only for what you need—no subscriptions, hidden costs, or impersonal reports.
| Site | Price per year |
|---|---|
| Ancestry | £239.88 (£19.99 per month) |
| Findmypast | £293.88 (£24.49 per month) |
| MyHeritage | £309 |
Why Can I Not Trace My British Military Ancestors Myself?
Researching your British military ancestry can be overwhelming. With thousands of scattered archives, cryptic military jargon, and limited online access to key records like WWII service files or regimental war diaries, it’s easy to hit dead ends.
At History Recon, we do the hard work for you. Our team of experts specializes in British Army, Navy, and RAF history, giving you fast, accurate results and real historical context — not just names and dates. We access hard-to-find documents from the UK National Archives, Ministry of Defence, and regimental collections to uncover your ancestor’s true story.
Instead of spending weeks sifting through unfamiliar records, let us deliver a clear, compelling narrative of your ancestor’s service — one your family can cherish for generations.
👉 Start your research today at History Recon and discover the legacy your ancestor left behind.