About Requesting Military Service Records

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Retiree/Veteran, Spouse, Survivor, Transitioning Service Member, Wounded Warrior

Service Branch

Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves

Topic

Legal, Veterans

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Request Military Service Records

Overview

The National Archives maintains military service records of veterans who have been discharged from the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Department of the Air Force and Coast Guard.

How to Access the Website

Through the National Archives site, veterans can request a copy of their Defense Department Form 214 called the “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty,” Official Military Personnel File, replacement medals and medical and health records.

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National Archives: Military Service Records

Overview

How to Access the Website