Military Records | National Archives at St. Louis - Veterans Service Records
Resource Name:Military Records | National Archives at St. Louis - Veterans Service Records
address
1 Archives Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63138
Eligibility
Service member, veteran, or next of kin of deceased service member; unless public record
Required documents
The veteran's complete name used while in service, Service number, Social security number, Branch of service, Dates of service, Date and place of birth (especially if the service number is not known)
Hours
M-F 9am-4pm, by appointment only
314-801-0850
Voice
·National Personnel Records Center
711
Voice
·TDD
866-272-6272
Voice
·Customer Service
314-801-9195
Fax
·Customer Service Fax
Languages
NA
Application process
Submit online, by mail or fax; forms available on website, at VA offices or write to request a form. To make an appointment email [email protected]
Fees
Generally free or a small service fee
Service area
United States
The National Archives keeps the nation's military records and fulfills requests for records such as DD214/separation documents, personnel records, replacement medals, and/or medical records.
Last Assured
01/12/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) keeps our nation's records of legal and historical importance, including military records.