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This project is an umbrella project for information pertaining to veterans connected to all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces; and The Confederacy.
Military records offer great insight into ancestors' lives while providing information that may assist in breaking down the proverbial brick walls.
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VETERANS' SERVICE RECORDS [http://www.archives.gov/veterans/]
- Request service records
- Research using service records
- Replace lost medals and awards
LIST OF VETERANS CEMETERIES (Addresses and Phone Numbers)
AVAILABLE HEADSTONES, MARKERS, MEDALLIONS (National Cemetery Administration)
WAR DEPARTMENT COLLECTION OF CONFEDERATE RECORDS
List of American Civil War Generals (Union)
List of American Civil War generals (Confederate)
SONS OF UNION VETERANS OF THE CIVIL WAR (SUVCW) [http://www.suvcw.org/] "A fraternal organization dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of heroes who fought and worked to save the Union. Organized in 1881 and chartered by Congress in 1954, we are the legal successor to the Grand Army of the Republic."
Grand Army of the Republic http://content.lib.washington.edu/garweb/
"After the Civil War, veterans who had fought for the Union formed the Grand Army of the Republic. The G. A. R., as it became known, and its auxiliary Women's Relief Corps provided support for veterans-organization of soldier reunions, political clout for federal and state Soldiers Homes for invalids, and advocacy for a Memorial Day. Civil War veterans became a powerful force in Seattle and the rest of Washington, often dominating businesses, government offices, and political races, with nearly 100 organized "posts" in the state. One of the largest and most prestigious posts was Stevens Post #1 in Seattle, established in 1878. The following year it created the first Memorial Day celebration in Seattle. Information about these posts, which disappeared as veterans died, is often scarce. Descendants' groups, such as the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, carry on some of the responsibilities of the old posts, but relatively little is known about the veterans who started it all."
Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Records Project [http://www.suvcw.org/garrecords/index.htm] "This is an ongoing project sponsored by the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW) to document the location of repositories of records of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR)....Our organization is the legal heir and successor to the GAR, and in accordance with our Congressional Charter and the Deed of Conveyance between the GAR and the SUVCW, we are directed "to assist in every practicable way in preserving, and making available for research, documents and records pertaining to the Grand Army of the Republic and its members....The primary feature of the GAR Records Project is an online catalog listing all known GAR Posts and associated records."
Patriot Guard Riders “The Patriot Guard Riders is a 100% Volunteer, Federally registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization which ensures dignity and respect at memorial services honoring Fallen Military Heroes, First Responders and Honorably Discharged Veterans.”
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EBENEFITS [https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage] "A joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information."
EMentor Program [https://ementorprogram.org/about] "A cutting-edge online mentoring program for military personnel, veterans and military spouses. eMentor connects individuals for dynamic mentoring experiences that powerfully move them forward in their personal and professional lives."
LIST OF MILITARY SCHOLARSHIPS (for Service-members, Spouses, and Dependents) [http://www.usveteransmagazine.com/article/list-military-scholarship...]
National Military Family Association [http://www.militaryfamily.org/?referrer=https://www.google.com/] "The voice of military families because, for 46 years, we have proven that we stand behind service members, their spouses, and their children. Our Association is the “go to” source for Administration Officials, Members of Congress, and key decision makers when they want to understand the issues facing our families. They know we have “boots on the ground” with military families and understand better than anyone that “military families serve, too.” Through the support and programs we provide, and our respected voice on Capitol Hill, at the Pentagon and Veterans Administration, our Association always looks out for the families who stand behind the uniform and for those who serve."
Joining Forces [https://www.whitehouse.gov/joiningforces] Joining Forces works hand in hand with the public and private sectors to ensure that service members, veterans, and their families have the tools they need to succeed throughout their lives....In 2011, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden came together to launch Joining Forces, a nationwide initiative calling all Americans to rally around service members, veterans, and their families and support them through wellness, education, and employment opportunities. Joining Forces works hand in hand with the public and private sector to ensure that service members, veterans, and their families have the tools they need to succeed throughout their lives."