Fold3 Historical Military Records

Discover stories about those who served.

  • Meet the military men and women of the past with unique primary sources and images.
  • Commemorate your relatives on the Honor Wall.
  • Trace the lives and legacy of forgotten war heroes.

What You Get

  • Civil War, Revolutionary War & War of 1812 pension files
  • International records
  • Korean War casualties
  • Mexican American & Early Indian War records
  • Spanish-American War service records
  • Vietnam War service awards
  • WWI records
  • WWII draft registration cards
  • and more..

Why Fold3? Traditionally, the third fold in some flag-folding ceremonies honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world.

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