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Find Military Records Obtain copies of military papers such as separation or discharge papers (DD Form 214), medical or health records at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Obtain Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET; DD-2586) records at the Department of Defense. Your VMET form, which lists your military job experience and training history, is useful in preparing a resume or filling out college or civilian vocational training applications. Find Military Transcripts When applying at schools, show them a copy of your transcripts to find out if your military education and training can add credits toward a degree. AARTS: Army, National Guard: Service members who separated in or after 1981 can click here for information about your military transcript. Pre-1981 veterans must request a DD295 and submit it for your college credit award review. Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Separated or retired service members Active duty, Guard and Reservists Non-Air Force members U.S. Coast Guard: Request for official USCG transcript SMART: Navy, Marine: Transcript information and requests Find Civilian Records Birth, death or marriage certificates can be requested from issuing states by individuals or family members. Visit the National Center for Health Statistics for contact information for all U.S. states and territories. Replace a lost Social Security card through the Social Security Administration.