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Military records | Military records in Colombia begin with the Spanish military records in the colonial period before Colombia’s independence and continue with the nation’s own records. They give information about an ancestor’s military career, such as promotions, places served, pensions, and conduct. In addition, these records usually include information about his age, birthplace, residence, occupation, physical description, and family members.<br> | ||
Evidence that an ancestor actually served may be found in family records, biographies, censuses, probate records, civil registration, and church records. | Evidence that an ancestor actually served may be found in family records, biographies, censuses, probate records, civil registration, and church records. | ||
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== The Colonial Military == | == The Colonial Military == | ||
In the late 15th century, during the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, one out of every 12 Spanish males between the ages of 12 and 45 was required to serve in the army. In 1773, Charles III established the quinta system, which required every fifth Spanish male to serve in the military. | In the late 15th century, during the reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, one out of every 12 Spanish males between the ages of 12 and 45 was required to serve in the army. In 1773, Charles III established the quinta system, which required every fifth Spanish male to serve in the military. | ||