Can anyone give me information on the military service record for John Harrington from Reedsburg Wisconsin?
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http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/get-service-records.html
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Here's a start:\n\nhttp://usmilitary.about.com/od/armyjoin/a/armymilacademy.htm?...+admission.   But, the guys above are correct.
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Contact the veterans Administration, or contact your local military base(Unit historian section) and ask him/her for any information.
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Due to security requirements you can't use the world wide locator so you'll have to contact the Enlisted Records and Evaluation Center's (EREC) Customer Service Center at 1-866-771-6357.  You can try military.com, but it only works if the soldier registered with the site.  Otherwise, it's pretty useless.
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Please see "Requests for Veterans' Military Information" at\n\nhttp://www.archives.gov/facilities/mo/st_louis/military_personnel_records/standard_form_180.html. \n\nThat page gives instructions in submitting a SF 180 Request Pertaining to Military Records. Your questions may also be sent to:\n\nNational Personnel Records Center\nMilitary Personnel Records Center\n9700 Page Boulevard\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100
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Find out his branch, unit, theater of operations, and years served.  Then research his unit and try to find it on the web.  I am in the process of doing the same thing.  If you need help contact me via e-mail I may be able to help a little more if I know the specifics.  monkeyshine39@yahoo.com
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I searched for records for my grandfather's WW2 records because he had earned several medals but wanted to get home so bad when he was done - he didn't wait for them and then never followed up. BUT, during the Vietnam war protests there were several protests and one in particular that many of the records were destroyed by fire.  If you have even one piece of paper that has any of his info, that is the starting point. There are certian medals that he would have gotten just for being enlisted. Then there are other medals that he would have gotten based on his job and length of service. THEN there are speciality medals for conduct, promotion, ect. I found that the old guys that work behind the counters at the army surplus stores are a GREAT reference and since most of them have been thru a war or two know who to call where. Good luck. These medals definately become a family heirloom. It took me three years to get all of my grandfathers. And I did it thru surplus stores.
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You did not mention what branch of the service he had served so act appropriately as you read.  You need his DD214 I would think that back then it might have registered it with the country clerk.  You can check or go ahead and order one from http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/get-service-records.html  then you can request it on line at their web page; fax it or write them.  If after you receive his DD214 you need awards and medals download a Form SF 180 Requests Pertaining to Military Records, http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/replacement-medals.html   complete it and send to one of the following:\n\nBureau of Naval Personnel  (Navy, Coast guard and Marines)\nLiaison Office Room 5409\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nNational Personnel Records Center  (Air Force)\nAir Force Reference Branch (NRPMF)\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nNational Personnel Records Center   (Army)\nMedals Section (NRPMA-M)\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nBest of luck.  Thank-you and God Bless you and the Southern People.
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Daddys Nurse,\n\nAll military personnel records are kept at the St Louis records office.  Hang onto the 214, it is gold!!  In one of my previous answers someone was asking about VA home loans and business loans.  I provided him with a ton of information that you will need.  It is in my best answer profile.  Contact the VA, Local/closest military installation personnel office, military recruiting station,  American Legion or Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) organization.  You can also log onto military.com for assistance.  You are on the right track and something will pop up for you very soon.  Since your ex was a veteran, his son may qualify for educational assistance for college or vocational schools?  Now is the time to investigate this, because the process can be lengthy and tied up with a lot of red tape.  I hope this helps.  Good Luck!\n\nV/r  RJ
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You did not mention what branch of the service he had served so act appropriately as you read. You need his DD214 I would think that back then it might have registered it with the country clerk. You can check or go ahead and order one from http://www.archives.gov/veterans/militar... then you can request it on line at their web page; fax it or write them. If after you receive his DD214 you need awards and medals download a Form SF 180 Requests Pertaining to Military Records, http://www.archives.gov/veterans/militar... complete it and send to one of the following:\n\nBureau of Naval Personnel (Navy, Coast guard and Marines)\nLiaison Office Room 5409\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nNational Personnel Records Center (Air Force)\nAir Force Reference Branch (NRPMF)\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nNational Personnel Records Center (Army)\nMedals Section (NRPMA-M)\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, MO 63132-5100\n\nBest of luck. Thank-you and God Bless you and the Southern
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you need to fill out a Standard Form SF-180 requesting Military Records.  You can get it on www.nara.gov/regional/mpr.html.  You will find information and instructions about sibmitting this request to Military Personnel Recorts Center in St. Louis, MO.  Hope this helps.
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If you are from the UK go to the following web adddress for British Army records/contact  details:- \n\nhttp://www.army.mod.uk/contacts/divisions/records.htm\n\nIf you feel motivated enough to do some research yourself and know (or get to know via the Army contacts above) a reasonable amount about his army service you could go to the Public Record Office, Kew, and search through the appropriate military records.  The PRO staff  are extremely helpful and will guide you.\n\nI researched every detail of my father's RAF service this way. An amazing amount of information is available.  If you want any info on doing the latter, contact me via the YA message facility.
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If your a US veteran, go to your local County Veterans Service Officer and request a Standard Form-180 (request for military records)\n\nHow to Request Military Service Records or Prove Military Service\n\nMilitary personnel records can be used for proving military service, or as a valuable tool in genealogical research. Most veterans and their next-of-kin can obtain free copies of their DD Form 214 (Report of Separation) and other military and medical records several ways:\n\nhttp://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/get-service-records.html\n\n\nWrite to The National Personnel Records Center\n9700 Page Avenue\nSt. Louis, Missouri 63132 \n\n\nWrite a Letter to Request Records \n\nIf you are not able to obtain SF-180, you may still submit a request for military records. Requests must contain enough information to identify the record among the more than 70 million on file at NPRC (MPR). Certain basic information is needed to locate military service records. This information includes:\n\nThe veteran's complete name used while in service \nService number or social security number \nBranch of service \nDates of service \nDate and place of birth may also be helpful, especially if the service number is not known \nIf the request pertains to a record that may have been involved in the 1973 fire, also include: \nPlace of discharge \nLast unit of assignment \nPlace of entry into the service, if known. \nWhile this information is not required, it is extremely helpful to NPRC staff in understanding and fulfilling your request: \nThe purpose or reason for your request, such as applying for veterans benefits, preparing to retire, or researching your personal military history. \nAny deadlines related to your request. We will do our best to meet any priorities. For example, you may be applying for a VA-guaranteed Home Loan and need to provide proof of military service by a specific date. \nAny other specific information, documents or records you require from your Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) besides your Report of Separation (DD Form 214). \nPlease submit a separate request (either SF 180 or letter) for each individual whose records are being requested.
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Unfortunatly with the military on a tight lock down they have shut down alot of websites but you can try geneology websites and look under old military records. you should be able to find it. Good Luck on your search.
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John Murtha \n\nremained in the Marine Corps Reserves. In 1959, then-Captain Murtha took command of the 34th Special Infantry Company, Marine Corps Reserves, in Johnstown. He remained in the Reserves after his discharge from active duty until he VOLUNTEERED for service in Vietnam in 1966-67, serving as a battalion staff officer (S-2 Intelligence Section), receiving the BRONZE STAR with Combat "V" for VALOR in combat, TWO PURPLE HEARTS and the CROSS OF GALLANTRY. He retired from the Reserves as a COLONEL in 1990, receiving the NAVY DISTINGUISHED MEDAL AWARD.\n\nO, and what's Bush's service record again, sweetcakes????\nNEVER MIND... we already know.
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Go to the phone book, ask the operator for the number to Marine Corps Recuriting Depot, (Parris Island or San Deiog) and ask for the number to the photo shop there on base.  You'll speak with a civilian ~ civil service clerk ~ he or she should be able to help you from there ~ might be handy if it you have his SSN0 #  \n\nYou'll have to be patient ~ as you've got to go through the voice mail.  Be persistent.\n\nYou could also run an ad in "Leatherneck" magazine\n\nhttp://www.leatherneck.com/forums/index.php?s=d01f93b7957ab4104761789b619c066d\n\nList name, rank, dates of enlistment, units, duty stations.  You might be able to pick up one of his platoon graduation books, (I have three from my days back in 75)  And, would be more than willing to give one away to a family member such as yourself.\n\nYou might also want to Google Search some of the Marine Fourms such as \nhttp://www.grunt.com/\n\nThere's a bullitine borad there, and make a post there.  There are some Marines that are members there that go as far back as before WWII that post there daily. \n\nSemper Fi!
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And!\n\nAsk the Army for a copy, it should be in your records, or in his.\nWestmoreland is dead I am pretty sure so he isn't a source.