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Free Military Records Checklist Form Download

Keep track of your search for ancestors' military service files.

Using World War II Draft Registrations for Genealogy Research

Millions of WWII draft registration cards are available online. Read about draft registrations and what they may teach you about your family history.

Beyond Rosie: How Women Served in Wartime

Women can do it...because they always have! From the Revolutionary War to WWII, learn the various, surprising ways women in wartime served our country.

AncestorNews: WWII Ancestors Premium

Learn about your not-so-distant ancestors' experiences in World War II.

How I Did It: Found Answers in Civil War Pension Index Cards Premium

Rich Venezia shares his investigation into whether or not his ancestor served in the Civil War.

This Is Not a Drill: Finding Pearl Harbor Records

These resources help ensure the memories of those lost on "the day which will live in infamy" won't be forgotten.

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War on Bloody Lane: A Battle of Antietam Map Premium

Union and Confederate forces clashed on what became the bloodiest day in military history. This Battle of Antietam map tells the story.

How DNA Will Help Identify Korean War Remains

The U.S. recently received 55 boxes from North Korea believed to contain the remains of service members lost in the Korean War. Learn how DNA will play a vital role in identifying these remains and returning them to their awaiting families.

Unusual Records: State-Specific Military Records Premium

May researchers know of the pension records and compiled military service records held at the National Archives. Oft-forgotten are state-specific military records, which differ greatly from war to war and state to state.

Document Detective: Military Headstone Application Premium

Headstone and medallion application forms can provide excellent information for your family research. Here are some tips for accessing them.