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Can grandchildren request military records?
All requests must be signed and dated by the veteran or next-of-kin. If you are the next of kin of a deceased veteran, you must provide proof of death of the veteran such as a copy of death certificate, letter from funeral home or published obituary.
How do I find old service members?
How to Locate U.S. Military Personnel and Veterans
- By phone at 1-877-272-7337.
- Through an online request (You’ll first need to create an account.)
- Using its Hero Care app on your mobile device.
What information is in a military service record?
Military personnel records are primarily administrative records and can contain information such as: enlistment/appointment. duty stations and assignments. training, qualifications, performance.
Can you look up if someone is a veteran?
You can find veterans’ military service records from World War I to the present from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). The NPRC houses many types of records, including Official Military Personnel Files (OMPF).
How do you find someone’s chain of command?
Contact your local recruiter. Most posts will not disclose information regarding chain of command to a person over the phone, but the local recruiter for your child’s branch of the military can identify specific information which will enable you to contact the commanding officer.
How can I find out if my uncle has distanced himself?
If you don’t find a matching report by searching his name, then search one of your parent’s or grandparent’s names — your uncle may appear under their related persons. If your uncle has distanced himself from your family, then chances are it was for a good reason.
How can I Find my Uncle for free?
Find your uncle by using Instant Checkmate, an online background checking service. Enter your uncle’s full name, age, and last known city of residence. Narrow down the results by what you know — including age or related persons.
What is a grand uncle or great uncle?
To a grand uncle, a person is a grand nephew or great nephew. There is some discussion among genealogists as to whether the correct term is “grand uncle” or “great uncle.” In direct-descendant relationships, the term “grand” is used to indicate two generations removed, and “great” is used for each generation after that.