"Marinsoldat" Reference in 1854-1861 Oskarshamns Household Examination

[John Friberg]

Looking at Oskarshamns kyrkoarkiv, Husförhörslängder 1854-1861 (AD: Oskarshamn AI:1, Bild 250, Sida 479, or NAD: SE/VALA/00293/A I/1, Bild 247, Sida 479), I can't make out one notation relating to Carl Bergstrand (född 1834), listed in the middle of the page:

To the very far right of the record, it appears as if the entry indicates "marinsoldat." Does this appear to relate to Bergstrand, and if so, what is the meaning of the initials ("s.d." or "f.d."?) just before that notation? I take it that a marinsoldat would be a solider in service with the navy?

Thank you in advance for any help.

Best regards,
John

[Leif Tordbäck]

Yes, Carl was a former soldier in service with the navy.
"f.d." abbrev. for "före detta" = former.
Best Regards
Leif

[John Friberg]

Thank you Leif! I was able to track down more details in Karlskrona based on this hint. I knew he had been listed as a sailor in his home parish records, but did not realize he was in the military during this time period. Thank you for the helpful confirmation. Much appreciated!


Best,
John