Generally, only your un-remarried widow or widower, son, daughter, father, mother, brother or sister will be able to obtain a copy of your records. Yes, the government restricts access to your records. Can family members request a copy of a Veteran’s military records? No, you will not be able to obtain a copy of your old military identification cards through the National Archives.
Records from your military service include a copy of your DD 214, Separation Documents, Personnel Documents, and Medical Records. What military records can you get copies of?
You can obtain a copy of your military records, including your DD 214, by using this government website: National Archives.
