120159: Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve service records 1903-1922

This is an online selection of service records of ratings and officers who served in the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve (RNVR) between 1903 and 1922, held by The National Archives. The Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve also administered the Mine Clearance Service (MCS), although men came from all branches of the Royal Navy. The Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve was established in 1903 and was made up of volunteers who served both on-shore and at sea. It was merged with the Royal Naval Reserve in 1958.

Not all Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve records have survived.

These records are held by The National Archives in series ADM..

The National Archive’s online catalogue for these records can be accessed at: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/help-with-your-research/research-guides/royal-naval-volunteer-reserve-personnel/