Military Articles
Have missing records stymied your genealogical search? Follow our routes around three common research roadblocks to find the family information you need.
12/13/2011
These websites, books and organizations will help you trace Civil War soldiers in your family tree.
7/26/2011
If you have a Civil War veteran in your family tree, you can learn a lot about his military service from his muster cards.
5/2/2011
Ensure your Civil War veteran is properly recognized for his service -- follow these seven steps to order an official military grave marker.
2/22/2011
The National Archives' Civil War exhibit combines photos, documents and memorabilia with a unique presentation and modern technology.
2/22/2011
Excited about the opportunities to relive history during the Civil War's 150th anniversary? We are, too -- so we mustered the best sesquicentennial offerings from around the web to celebrate.
2/22/2011
Explore Civil War genealogy records and history at these top 10 online destinations. Plus: State-by-state Civil War websites and resources for offline research.
2/22/2011
Ancestors in their own words.
2/18/2011
Today when soldiers are killed in action, the bodies are sent home for burial. I have an ancestor from New Hampshire who was killed in action in Virginia during the Civil War. Where were the bodies buried back then?
2/18/2011
My ancestor got involved in the US Civil War even though he was from Nova Scotia, Canada. As a ship's captain, he ran the Union blockade and was captured and died in a Yankee POW camp. How can I find his POW record?
2/18/2011