THE WAR YEARS

Professional WWII Military History Research & Family Genealogy

I bring Second World War history to life through expert research and published works.

What I do

I'm Charles Trumpess, a military historian with a Master's in Military History by Research. I help families discover their military heritage and write books about WWII history.

My services include:

  • Family military history research

  • WWII genealogy and service records

  • Expert consultation for authors and media

I'm a published author, an Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, a member of the Historical Writers Association, and a member of the Society of Authors.

Family Military History Research

Do you want to know what your relative did during the Second World War?

I will research your family's military service using official archives, war diaries, and unit records. I will then provide you with a detailed report about their service, training, and operations.

Three research packages available:

  • Basic Service Summary: £150

  • Comprehensive Military Biography: £350

  • Complete Family Military Heritage: £650

My Book: A History of the Guards Armoured Formations 1941-1945

Published by Pen & Sword Military. The first comprehensive study of the Guards Armoured Division and 6th Guards Tank Brigade.

Based on new research, including previously unexplored archives. Covers training, operations, and personal stories from D-Day to VE Day.

'A History of the Guards Armoured Formations 1941-1945’ by Charles Trumpess, published by Pen & Sword Military

Expert Services

Need a military historian for your project?

I provide expert consultation for:

  • Book manuscript reviews (£75/hour)

  • Media interviews and documentaries (£150/day)

  • Speaking events (£250-500 per event)

  • Research for films and TV productions

Why Choose The War Years?

Academic qualifications: Master's degree in Military History by Research. Professional credentials: Associate Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. Published author: Books completed and in progress. Established practice: 14+ years of knowledge and experience. Specialist focus: WWII military history and genealogy.

Get Started

Ready to discover your family's WWII story?

Complete our online form, providing as much information as possible about your ancestor’s military service, e.g. name, rank, branch of service, service number. I'll explain what's possible and recommend the best research package for you. Alternatively, use our handy price calculator to estimate the cost of your research package.