Hi Caroline No I don't have any evidence of Mr Cameron ïnsisting" the children use his name, only here say from family, but in that instant can see his point, it would be easier for them all to have the same surname when young as a family, rather than two different names. Arthur used both names when it was convenient, but is it correct for him to continue using a name which is not his and hand it down from marriage, to his children and grand children. This name swapping has made finding details very hard to trace. He spent most of his younger life in the Navy but can find no trace of either Davis or Cameron in the records. What about his boxing titles, the family know he had them but none can tell me what name he was using. It has been a mystery that has taken many years to find and every time I think I have cracked it, another big wall appears. Many thanks for your help, much appreciated Pam.....NZ Hi Pam Under English common law, a person has the right to call themselves whatever they choose, provided there is no fraudulent intent. Moreover, children taking on their stepfather's name was common practice and convenient as it meant they had the same surname as their mother. It was equally normal for these children to quote their "birth name" (i.e their natural father's name) when marrying. Do you have evidence of Mr CAMERON "insisting" that they use it against their will? Hope this helps Caroline Sent from my iPad

LittleMiracles wrote: > Arthur used both names when it was convenient, but is it correct > for him to continue using a name which is not his and hand it down > from marriage, to his children and grand children. Hallo Yes, it would be correct. If he did not legally change his name by deed poll, he could equally legally acquire the name simply by being known by the name. He could also adopt the name legally by taking out an advertisement in any newspaper or by an annoucement in the London Gazette. As Caroline has stated anyone can use any name of their choice so long as it is not for criminal or fraudulent purposes. This has always been so and is still so. Connie in London