Fold3 Historical Military Records

Discover stories about those who served.

• Meet the military men and women of the past with unique primary sources and images.
• Commemorate your relatives on the Honor Wall.
• Trace the lives and legacy of forgotten war heroes. 

Why Fold3? Traditionally, the third fold in some flag-folding ceremonies honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world.

What You Get

• Civil War, Revolutionary War & War of 1812 pension files
• International records
• Korean War casualties
• Mexican American & Early Indian War records
• Spanish-American War service records
• Vietnam War service awards
• WWI records
• WWII draft registration cards
• and more...

What You Need

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