The 1802 Militia Survey is more than just a military record - it's a list of every man in the Burgh of Perth aged 18 to 45 in the area who was suitable for service, 40 years before the first official census. Each return includes the address, the householder's name and occupation, and a list of the eligible inhabitants. It serves as a great census substitute.
In 1802, a form was sent out to householders within the Burgh of Perth requiring them to list the name of every man in their house aged 18 to 45, who was liable for service with the militia. The returns may include:
In 1802, a form was sent out to householders within the Burgh of Perth requiring them to list the name of every man in their house aged 18 to 45, who was liable for service with the militia. The returns may include:
- Name of the householder
- Occupation of the householder
- Street address
- Names of any inhabitants eligible for service
The 1802 Militia Survey is available to Ancestry.co.uk subscribers and to subscribers to Ancestry.com's World Deluxe Membership at http://search.ancestry.co.uk/search/db.aspx?dbid=1642
