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Request records through the National Archives and find local assistance.

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Amador County Veterans Service Office

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Request a DD-214 or military service records — National ArchivesOfficial instructions

Shared federal request instructions, online identity verification, mail/fax alternatives and record-access rules.

Shared state/federal guidance

NARA requires ID.me identity verification for new online requests and retrieving electronic responses. Its page also offers signed mail or fax requests.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Shared state/federal guidance

Basic non-archival requests for veterans, next of kin and authorised representatives are generally free. Archival records are subject to copying fees; do not assume every DD-214 or public-record request is free.

Official information checked October 15, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 15, 2026

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