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== What is in This Collection? == | == What is in This Collection? == | ||
Department of Veterans Affairs bonus records. World War I Veteran’s application records for compensation from the state of Washington, 1921-1925. Digital images of originals are held at the Washington State Archives in Olympia, Washington. | Department of Veterans Affairs bonus records. World War I Veteran’s application records for compensation from the state of Washington, 1921-1925. Digital images of originals are held at the Washington State Archives in Olympia, Washington. | ||
=== Image Visibility === | === Image Visibility === | ||
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== What Can These Records Tell Me? == | == What Can These Records Tell Me? == | ||
These records may contain: | These records may contain: | ||
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*The soldiers name and rank | *The soldiers name and rank | ||
*Months and days served | *Months and days served | ||
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*Name and address of nearest relative | *Name and address of nearest relative | ||
*Name and address of father and mother at time of enlistment | *Name and address of father and mother at time of enlistment | ||
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== Collection Content == | == Collection Content == | ||
=== Sample Images === | === Sample Images === | ||
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Image:Washington, World War 1 Veteran's Compensation Fund Application Records, 1921-1925DGS004996025 00074.jpg|Application for Equalized Compensation undated | Image:Washington, World War 1 Veteran's Compensation Fund Application Records, 1921-1925DGS004996025 00074.jpg|Application for Equalized Compensation undated | ||
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== How Do I Search This Collection? == | == How Do I Search This Collection? == | ||
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know: | Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know: | ||
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=== How Do I Analyze the Results? === | === How Do I Analyze the Results? === | ||
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]]. | Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log |research log]]. | ||
== What Do I Do Next? == | == What Do I Do Next? == | ||
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors. | When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors. | ||
=== I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? === | === I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now? === | ||
*Add any new information to your records | |||
*Use the names, age and residence to find census records including the 1910 and 1920 census. The 1930 also identifies World War I veterans | *Use the names, age and residence to find census records including the 1910 and 1920 census. The 1930 also identifies World War I veterans | ||
*Look for discharge records. Many veterans registered their discharges at the local county courthouse | *Look for discharge records. Many veterans registered their discharges at the local county courthouse | ||
*Look for membership applications of the local American Legion Post | *Look for membership applications of the local American Legion Post | ||
*When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct | *When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct | ||
=== I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now? === | === I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now? === | ||
*Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for nicknames and abbreviated names | *Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for nicknames and abbreviated names | ||
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* [[Washington Research Tips and Strategies|Research Tips and Strategies]] | * [[Washington Research Tips and Strategies|Research Tips and Strategies]] | ||
* Step-by-Step Research: [[Step-by-Step Washington Research, 1850-1907|1850-1907]] | [[Step-by-Step Washington Research, 1907--Present|1907-Present]] | * Step-by-Step Research: [[Step-by-Step Washington Research, 1850-1907|1850-1907]] | [[Step-by-Step Washington Research, 1907--Present|1907-Present]] | ||
=== Related Family History Library Collections === | === Related Family History Library Collections === | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/4092082 Washington, World War I veteran's compensation fund application records, 1921-1925] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/4092082 Washington, World War I veteran's compensation fund application records, 1921-1925] | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/3023957 Washington, World War I American Expeditionary Forces, deaths, 1917-1919] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/3023957 Washington, World War I American Expeditionary Forces, deaths, 1917-1919] | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/754901 Washington, World War I Selective Service System draft registration cards, 1917-1918] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/754901 Washington, World War I Selective Service System draft registration cards, 1917-1918] | ||
=== Related FamilySearch Historical Record Collections === | === Related FamilySearch Historical Record Collections === | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/1968530 World War I Draft Registration Cards] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/1968530 World War I Draft Registration Cards] | ||
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*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/2996059 United States, World War I American Expeditionary Forces Deaths, 1917-1919] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/2996059 United States, World War I American Expeditionary Forces Deaths, 1917-1919] | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/3346936 United States, Enlisted and Officer Muster Rolls and Rosters, 1916-1939] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/collection/3346936 United States, Enlisted and Officer Muster Rolls and Rosters, 1916-1939] | ||
=== Related Digital Books === | === Related Digital Books === | ||
*[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/2748722 Louis Jacobin, comp and ed. ''With the colors, from Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan Counties : an honor roll containing a pictorial record of the gallant and courageous men from northwestern Washington, U.S.A., who served in the world war, 1917-1918-1919.''Seattle, Washington : Peters Pub. Co, 1921.] | *[https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/2748722 Louis Jacobin, comp and ed. ''With the colors, from Whatcom, Skagit and San Juan Counties : an honor roll containing a pictorial record of the gallant and courageous men from northwestern Washington, U.S.A., who served in the world war, 1917-1918-1919.''Seattle, Washington : Peters Pub. Co, 1921.] | ||
== Citing This Collection == | == Citing This Collection == | ||
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used. | Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used. | ||
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What is in This Collection?[edit | edit source]
Department of Veterans Affairs bonus records. World War I Veteran’s application records for compensation from the state of Washington, 1921-1925. Digital images of originals are held at the Washington State Archives in Olympia, Washington.
Image Visibility[edit | edit source]
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What Can These Records Tell Me?[edit | edit source]
These records may contain:
- The soldiers name and rank
- Months and days served
- Place and date of induction
- His company
- His discharge date
- Date and place of birth
- His present occupation
- Name and address of nearest relative
- Name and address of father and mother at time of enlistment
Collection Content[edit | edit source]
Sample Images[edit | edit source]
Application Card 1922
Record of Service 1922
Application for Equalized Compensation undated
How Do I Search This Collection?[edit | edit source]
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
- The name of the soldier
- State where he enlisted
- Identify the date and place of the event
Search the Index[edit | edit source]
Search by name on the Collection Details Page.- Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
- Click Search to show possible matches
How Do I Analyze the Results?[edit | edit source]
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.
What Do I Do Next?[edit | edit source]
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors.
I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Add any new information to your records
- Use the names, age and residence to find census records including the 1910 and 1920 census. The 1930 also identifies World War I veterans
- Look for discharge records. Many veterans registered their discharges at the local county courthouse
- Look for membership applications of the local American Legion Post
- When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?[edit | edit source]
- Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for nicknames and abbreviated names
- Search the records of the town where he was born and nearby localities for family
Research Helps[edit | edit source]
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of Washington.
- US Military Basic Search Strategies
- Beginning Research in United States Military Records
- Beginning United States World War I Research
- Washington Guided Research
- Washington Record Finder
- Research Tips and Strategies
- Step-by-Step Research: 1850-1907 | 1907-Present
Related Family History Library Collections[edit | edit source]
- Washington, World War I veteran's compensation fund application records, 1921-1925
- Washington, World War I American Expeditionary Forces, deaths, 1917-1919
- Washington, World War I Selective Service System draft registration cards, 1917-1918
Related FamilySearch Historical Record Collections[edit | edit source]
- World War I Draft Registration Cards
- Veteran's Administration Master Index
- United States, World War I American Expeditionary Forces Deaths, 1917-1919
- United States, Enlisted and Officer Muster Rolls and Rosters, 1916-1939
Related Digital Books[edit | edit source]
Citing This Collection[edit | edit source]
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.
| Collection Citation: The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Citing this Collection. |
| Record Citation: When looking at a record, the citation can be viewed by clicking the drop-down arrow next to Document Information. |
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