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Many of the records discussed in this set of Wiki pages are from the National Archives. Several major indexes and some collections are on microfilm and available for use at the [[United States National Archives Regional Branches|National Archives regional centers]] and at other research libraries. Those available on microfilm are referred to by their title and publication number (“M” or “T” series number). Most of the original military records have not been microfilmed, however, and are available only at the National Archives. Those not on film are sometimes referred to in this set of Wiki pages by the record group number in which they are located. Record groups contain the records of a bureau, agency, or department of the federal government. | Many of the records discussed in this set of Wiki pages are from the National Archives. Several major indexes and some collections are on microfilm and available for use at the [[United States National Archives Regional Branches|National Archives regional centers]] and at other research libraries. Those available on microfilm are referred to by their title and publication number (“M” or “T” series number). Most of the original military records have not been microfilmed, however, and are available only at the National Archives. Those not on film are sometimes referred to in this set of Wiki pages by the record group number in which they are located. Record groups contain the records of a bureau, agency, or department of the federal government. | ||
The [[National Archives and Records Administration|National Archives]] does not perform research for patrons. When exact identifying information is given, the Archives can furnish photocopies of records for a fee. You can | The [[National Archives and Records Administration|National Archives]] does not perform research for patrons. When exact identifying information is given, the Archives can furnish photocopies of records for a fee. You can order photocopies of compiled service records, pension application files, and bounty land warrant application files from the National Archives at “[http://www.archives.gov/forms Order Copies of Veteran Records]. The address is: | ||
:[http://www.nara.gov General Reference Branch (NNRG)] <br> | :[http://www.nara.gov General Reference Branch (NNRG)] <br> | ||
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:Telephone: 202-501-5400 | :Telephone: 202-501-5400 | ||
The archives staff will copy only selected documents unless you request copies of all the documents in | The archives staff will copy only selected documents unless you request copies of all the documents in the file. | ||
Some helpful guides to National Archives military records are listed below: | Some helpful guides to National Archives military records are listed below: | ||