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[hedgehog]

My grandad served in the army in the 50's and 60's, i was just wondering is it possible to get access to his military file or any information the army would have on him. military.ie says only his next of kin can get this, just wondering are they strict on that.

I dont know what you expect to find in your Grandad's file LID-

NOrmally Military files contain such items as what Unit you served in - what overseas,
what course, medlas etc.

I am sure your family know what Unit your Granddad was in and I am sure they know
if he was overseas etc-

However the files also contain stuff like discplinary records and medical records-

it would be a negative value to you to find out your Grandad got 12 days in the digger

for being absent or that your Grandad had halitosis (these are makey up things)

I would suggest you ask your family what Unit he served in and then contact the

relevant ONE branch to see if any of the lads served with the man himself-

if so contact them and find out the human side of your grandad rather than a boring

paper side that wouldnt reflect the person you know-

Unless that is your Grandad was Michael Collins/Dev/or other such lads.

[DeV]

It is more than likely covered by the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts hence why not everyone can get access. Try contacting them.

My grandad served in the army in the 50's and 60's, i was just wondering is it possible to get access to his military file or any information the army would have on him. military.ie says only his next of kin can get this, just wondering are they strict on that.