Mell How do I find someone who served in Vietnam?
Finding Survivors Of The Vietnam War Visit the Veterans History Project website. This site lists any American war veteran who has been contacted or interviewed since World War I. You can use the Search page to find survivors of the Vietnam conflict by ticking the “Vietnam War” box and clicking the “Go” button.
Does the military keep pictures on file?
military personnel service records. textual documents including unit reports and rosters; maps and plans; photographs; posters; motion pictures and sound recordings; and electronic records.
How do I find information about a Vietnam veteran?
Veterans Directories and Locators from other Organizations
- Interactive Vietnam War Memorial.
- Selected Veterans Service Organizations.
- Directory of Veterans Service Organizations.
- VetFriends.com (fee required for locator services)
- Military.com.
- Military Connections.
How do I find an old Army buddy?
A better way to locate your old friends is to search for a Facebook group for your old duty station. There are Facebook groups for current and former military bases, units and ships, as well as groups related to serving at those commands.
Are military records public information?
Military personnel records are open to the public 62 years after they leave the military. Records of any veteran who separated from the military 62 (or more) years ago can be ordered by anyone for a copying fee (detailed below under “cost”). See Access to Military Records by the General Public for more details.
How can I get Vietnam War records?
Copies of WWII though Vietnam era (men born April 28, 1877 to March 28, 1957) Selective Service Records may be obtained from the National Personnel Records Center, in St. Louis, for a fee. Written requests should be mailed to: National Personnel Records Center, 9700 Page Ave., St. Louis, MO 63132-5100.
Is there a list of dishonorable discharge?
Dishonorable Discharge This is the most punitive of all military discharges and is given as the result of a court-martial. Desertion, murder, fraud, and other crimes performed in uniform can result in court-martial proceedings that lead to a Dishonorable Discharge.
How do I look up if someone was in the military?
Please use the Defense Manpower Data Center’s (DMDC) Military Verification service to verify if someone is in the military. The website will tell you if the person is currently serving in the military. The site is available 24-hours a day.
Can you look up someone’s military rank?
If the person you’re trying to find is currently on active duty, and you know their rank, name, and where they are stationed, finding them is pretty easy. Every military base has a “base locator.” You can usually locate the military member you’re looking for with a simple phone call.
Where to find people who served in Vietnam?
If the Internet has not helped you to find the person you are looking for, visit the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The center holds information and details for any military personnel who were discharged from the armed services or who have died since World War I.
How can I find out about my ancestor’s Vietnam service?
Start discovering the answers with these strategies for researching your relatives’ Vietnam War service. Like any genealogy project, this one starts at home. Search for letters, discharge papers and photos relating to your veteran. Talk to him or her if possible—see tips below from The Vietnam War senior producer Sarah Botstein.
How to find out more about the Vietnam War?
Talk to him or her if possible—see tips below from The Vietnam War senior producer Sarah Botstein. Try to learn basic details such as whether the person was drafted or volunteered, the service number, dates of service, training locations, when deployed, unit served in, and places stationed.
Where can I find survivors of the Vietnam War?
Finding Survivors Of The Vietnam War. Visit the Veterans History Project website. This site lists any American war veteran who has been contacted or interviewed since World War I. You can use the Search page to find survivors of the Vietnam conflict by ticking the “Vietnam War” box and clicking the “Go” button.
If the Internet has not helped you to find the person you are looking for, visit the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis, Missouri. The center holds information and details for any military personnel who were discharged from the armed services or who have died since World War I.
Where can I find the records of the Vietnam War?
The most heavily used record group is: RG 472 United States Forces in Southeast Asia, 1950-1975 Additional records relating to the U.S. Army in Vietnam may be found in: RG 112 Office of the Surgeon General
Who are my military buddies from Vietnam Nam?
I served from 1953-1961 Phil rogers and any other fellow marines. I served with Norman Allyn in Vietnam Nam and would like to find him. Richard Hellmers. My name is Timothy Kelly (SGT). I was deployed in Afghanistan in the 2011-2013 time frame.
Start discovering the answers with these strategies for researching your relatives’ Vietnam War service. Like any genealogy project, this one starts at home. Search for letters, discharge papers and photos relating to your veteran. Talk to him or her if possible—see tips below from The Vietnam War senior producer Sarah Botstein.