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Request Military Records ~ DD-214

 Veterans or next-of-kin of deceased veterans:
 
use the online order form at vetrecs.archives.gov (or use the SF-180)

 All others: Obtain and Fill out Standard Form 180 (SF-180)

 
How to Obtain Standard Form 180 (SF-180)
Request Pertaining to Military Records

Download and print a copy of the SF-180 in PDF format

  • You need access to a printer and the Adobe Acrobat Reader software (see link below). The form is a total of 3 pages.
  • The SF-180 is formatted for letter size paper (8.5" x 11"). If your printer can not accommodate this, select "shrink to fit" when the Adobe Acrobat Reader "Print" dialog box appears.
  • This is also a fillable version of the SF-180. It will allow you to type the needed information into the form using your keyboard. You will still need to print, sign and mail the form. Otherwise, it works the same as stated above.
     

 

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 Standard Form 180

 

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Click here to download the latest version of the
FREE Adobe Acrobat PDF Reader.

 

Additional information available at:
 
http://www.archives.gov/st-louis/military-personnel/standard-form-180.html


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