Where are the Marine Corps records kept?

In facilities across the country, the National Archives preserves and makes available the permanent records of the offices of the United States Marine Corps (USMC).
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How do I get my Marine Corps records?

You can request your military records in any of these ways:
  1. Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). ...
  2. Write a letter to the NPRC. ...
  3. Visit the NPRC in person.
  4. Contact your state or county Veterans agency.
  5. Hire an independent researcher.
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Where are military service records kept?

If you've been discharged from military service, your personnel files are stored here at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). We are the official repository for records of military personnel who have been discharged from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard.
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Are marine records public?

Access to Records, Information for the General Public:

Without the consent of the veteran or next-of-kin, the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) can only release limited information from the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) to the general public.
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Can you look up past Marines?

Former Marines and Photos

Service information on former Marines is held at the National Archives and Records Administration and the National Personnel Records Center. To obtain service records, please write to the proper agency.
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How to Request Military Records



How do I find old Marine records?

A former Marine may request a copy of his/her records directly from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) by writing:
  1. National Personnel Records Center. 1 Archives Drive. ...
  2. Director. Navy Personnel Command Pers-312D2. ...
  3. Headquarters US Marine Corps. ...
  4. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Is there a Marine Corps database?

In facilities across the country, the National Archives preserves and makes available the permanent records of the offices of the United States Marine Corps (USMC).
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Can I look up someone's military record?

World War I - Present

You can find veterans' military service records from World War I to the present from the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC). The NPRC houses many types of records, including Official Military Personnel Files (OMPF).
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Can you look up military records for free?

Generally there is no charge for basic military personnel and medical record information provided to veterans, next of kin and authorized representatives from Federal (non-archival) records. Some companies advertise DD Form 214 research services and will charge a fee for obtaining copies.
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How do I find someone who was a Marine?

How to Locate U.S. Military Personnel and Veterans
  1. By phone at 1-877-272-7337.
  2. Through an online request (You'll first need to create an account.)
  3. Using its Hero Care app on your mobile device.
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Can you look up military records online?

The National Archives office, separate from the NPRC, holds military personnel files with final dates of service from at least 62 years ago. You can request National Archives records online or through the NPRC by mailing or faxing an SF-180 to the NPRC addresses above.
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How many years do you have to serve to be a veteran?

"Anyone who has reached 20 years of service, even if they were never activated on a [federal] order for more than 180 days outside of training, will now be considered a veteran," he said. The change in law, said Krenz, simply recognizes those who serve.
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How can you tell if someone is lying about military service?

Please use the Defense Manpower Data Center's (DMDC) Military Verification service to verify if someone is in the military. The website will tell you if the person is currently serving in the military.
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What are Marine Corps Muster Rolls?

Muster Rolls are quarterly or monthly reports of personnel attached to a particular unit or station. US Marine Corps Muster Rolls are located in Record Group 127: Records of the U.S. Marine Corps.
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What does DD214 stand for?

The Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or DD Form 214, is a document Airmen may receive at certain points in their careers such as separating from an active duty unit, completing job training, or returning home from a deployment.
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How can I find my dad's military photo?

The most likely source for images would be the Soldiers' Individual Service Records file. The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) is the official repository for such records.
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Are DD214 public record?

The Privacy Act of 1974 limits access to a veteran's DD214 to only the service member (either past or present) or the member's legal guardian; only these persons will have access to almost any information contained in that member's own record.
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Is dishonorable discharge public record?

The military discharges are recorded without charge and copies are issued without charge as a service to our veterans. Unlike all other records contained in the Register of Deeds Office military discharge documents are considered a public record with restricted access unless they have been on file for 50 years or more.
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How do I find my ancestry military records?

From any page on Ancestry®, search all military records by clicking the Search tab and selecting Military. If your search results contain more records than are helpful, try adding information to your search one field at a time until you get results you can use.
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Are dishonorable discharge considered veteran?

If a person was dishonorably discharged, would they be considered a veteran? Yes. For purposes of HMIS and Point-in-Time (PIT) Count data collection, as long as the person was on active duty for at least one day, Veteran Status should be 'Yes.
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How do I access my OMPF?

Under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), you can access information in your OMPF. To request and receive copies of your OMPF documents securely online, use the DPRIS page in milConnect.
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How can you tell if someone is a military scammer?

Military Scams: What to Look For
  • They say they are on a "peacekeeping" mission.
  • They say they are looking for an honest woman.
  • They note that their parents, wife or husband is deceased.
  • They say they have a child or children being cared for by a nanny or other guardian.
  • They profess their love almost immediately.
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Does the military use WhatsApp?

The proliferation of consumer-grade communications applications like WhatsApp has given rise to widespread, unsanctioned use throughout the military community—a practice that puts operations at risk of interference in an era of great power competition.
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Can you Facetime while deployed?

Facetime & Facebook Messenger

When smartphones really took off, iPhone users were able to use Facetime to continue their video chats during deployments. Only requiring a Wi-Fi connection, Facetime was very popular with service members who stayed near well-developed areas and were able to get solid wireless internet.
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Does having a DD214 make you a veteran?

Even in the private sector, your DD214 proves you are a veteran, letting you apply with companies looking to support or hire vets.
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