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Yes, he's a very distant cousin. We don't really I'm glad that he was able to help you. Please don't overtax him, though. He can have very strong reactions to things that cause unfortunate associations for him - rather like the shell-shock, yes, except that it isn't just the noises.
Perhaps he passed on the message and there was no interest? I can't really say. A little disorganisation is to be expected, I think. Managing a pack of wolves from all manner of times and places must be difficult. I've been pleasantly surprised by them, though. Those I've spoken with have been wonderfully civil and reasonable.