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Military Records

Overview

This set of courses provides essential guidance for veterans, service members and their families on understanding, accessing and correcting military records.

The Requesting Military Records course covers what military records are, why they matter and how to obtain them through official government sources for benefits, burial or personal use.

The Overview: Applying to the Military Department Review Boards course complements this by explaining how to request record changes, such as discharge upgrades, by identifying the correct review board, completing the required forms and submitting a strong application.

Together, these courses provide the tools needed to request, understand and update military records effectively. They help you maintain accurate records, navigate corrections or discharge upgrades and ensure your records support benefits, burial eligibility and long-term planning.

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This course explains what military service records are, why they matter and how veterans, service members, survivors and family members can request them through official government resources for benefits, burial and personal use.
Length: 8 minutes
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Do you want to change a military service record? This course explains how to apply for a discharge upgrade or other record corrections for yourself or another service member. You’ll learn how to identify the correct military department review board, complete required forms and submit a strong application. The course also includes resources and helpful links to guide you through the process.
Length: 8 minutes

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