Finding Vietnam War Discharge and Service Records

How to Research Vietnam War Military Service

Learn more about the experiences of your relatives who served during the Vietnam War.

Online Course: Research Your Scots-Irish Family History

If you have Scots-Irish ancestry, this online genealogy research course is for you! Learn all the valuable tips and tools for tracing your family history back to Ulster. Plus, you'll learn how to leave no stone unturned in your research and tackle some of the more challenging aspects of Ulster-Scots research.

What is a DD-214 Form?: A Section-by-Section Look

A DD-214 or discharge paper, can be confusing with military acronyms and jargon. Start deciphering the form to learn more about your veteran's service.

Research US Census Records with this Cheat Sheet

Stuck on a genealogy problem you can’t seem to move past? Whether you’re struggling with burned records or county boundary changes, have no fear! Everyone runs into these issues at some point. Our experts will show you ways to overcome some typical (but still frustrating) genealogy research challenges. You’ll bust through that brick wall and be back on track before you know it.

Premium: Finding Unexpected Genealogy Details in Vital Records

If carefully reviewed, birth, marriage and death records can contain a wealth of information. Here are some unexpected details in vital records.