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How to Research Vietnam War Military Service
Learn more about the experiences of your relatives who served during the Vietnam War.
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Understand Ranks and Insignia Across US Military Branches Premium
Genealogists often seek out their ancestor's military records not only to learn about their time in the service, but also for details on marriages, pensions, and much more. Understanding the various ranks across the branches can be helpful to your research, and we're here to help you do just that.
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4 Ways to Honor Your Military Ancestors
Whether your ancestor served in Virginia, South Carolina, Normandy or Iwo Jima, the veterans in your family have a tale worth telling. Honor military ancestors in your family with these four strategies.
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Now What: Understanding Confederate Discharge Papers Premium
Do you have questions about your ancestors military discharge form? David A. Fryxell answers your genealogy research questions in Now What.
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5 Tips for Researching Your Relative’s Vietnam War Service
Our five research tips will help you start learning more about your loved one's service in the armed forces during the Vietnam War.
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What Is a DD214 Form?: A Section-by-Section Look
A DD214, or discharge paper, can be confusing with military acronyms and jargon. Start deciphering the form to learn more about your veteran's service.
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How to Find Military Records Free eBook
This free ebook has been curated to provide you with genealogy research methods for finding your ancestors’ military service records.
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The Evacuation of Dunkirk Premium
Discover the significance of the evacuation of Dunkirk and why it matters when researching British and Irish ancestors in World War II.
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Request Your Ancestor’s Military Discharge Papers Premium
US military records such as the DD 214 aren’t in online databases, but they can be requested from the National Archives and Records Administration. Learn how you can get a copy of your ancestor's discharge papers.
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3 New Ways to Learn About Your Ancestor’s Military Service
On Memorial Day, Americans traditionally place flowers on the graves of those who died in military service. We'll share three new ways to honor your ancestors who served by discovering their wartime experiences.
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