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Fold3 provides convenient access to US military records, including the stories, photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served. The Fold3 name comes from a traditional flag folding ceremony in which the third fold is made in honor and remembrance of veterans who served in defense of their country and to maintain peace throughout the world. Original records at Fold3 help you discover and share stories about these everyday heroes, forgotten soldiers, and the families that supported them. On Fold3, you can combine records found on the site with what you have in your own albums and shoeboxes to create an online memorial for someone who served.

During the Civil War, W. B. Shearrow of the Indiana 6th Cavalry escaped the notorious Andersonville  POW camp on his eig...
01/17/2026

During the Civil War, W. B. Shearrow of the Indiana 6th Cavalry escaped the notorious Andersonville POW camp on his eighth attempt. Weighing only 96 pounds, he waded through alligator-infested swamps to elude bloodhounds. Shearrow regained his health and lived until 1924. https://f3.social/6yc3

It's our 19th birthday, and we're celebrating with a sale. Explore military records dating back to the Revolutionary War...
01/16/2026

It's our 19th birthday, and we're celebrating with a sale. Explore military records dating back to the Revolutionary War with special savings: https://f3.social/6yc5

Do you have ancestors who fought in Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge? A donor provided us with a Belgium Hotel Reg...
01/15/2026

Do you have ancestors who fought in Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge? A donor provided us with a Belgium Hotel Register that recorded the names and home states of hotel guests during World War II, many of whom were U.S. military personnel. Check it out here: https://www.fold3.com/publication/1091/belgium-hotel-register-wwii

On January 13, 1997, Pres. Clinton awarded the Medal of Honor to Lt. Vernon Baker for his actions during WWII. Six other...
01/13/2026

On January 13, 1997, Pres. Clinton awarded the Medal of Honor to Lt. Vernon Baker for his actions during WWII. Six other Black soldiers, previously overlooked, were also posthumously awarded the honor. Baker was the lone survivor. During the war, Baker participated in an assault that helped the Allies breach the Gothic Line in Italy, despite his white commander deserting his men during the battle. Learn more about Baker's story on his Memorial: https://f3.social/6yc2

This is Confederate General Thomas L. Rosser. On January 11, 1865, with supplies running low, he led a daring raid on Un...
01/11/2026

This is Confederate General Thomas L. Rosser. On January 11, 1865, with supplies running low, he led a daring raid on Union storehouses in Beverly, West Virginia. Learn more on our Fold3 blog: https://f3.social/6yc1

In January 1942, the Ford Motor Company signed on to make jeeps. The first jeep prototype was designed and built by the ...
01/10/2026

In January 1942, the Ford Motor Company signed on to make jeeps. The first jeep prototype was designed and built by the American Bantam Car Company. Willys-Overland Motors improved on the design and was the primary manufacturer of World War II jeeps. Ford stepped in to help meet the military's demand. https://f3.social/6y4a

This is the War of 1812 pension file for veteran James Ward from New York. These fragile but fabulous records are a trea...
01/08/2026

This is the War of 1812 pension file for veteran James Ward from New York. These fragile but fabulous records are a treasure trove for historians and genealogists. We are currently digitizing "W" files and adding new records each week. Check out this free collection here: https://f3.social/6xyt

On January 6, 1968, Maj. Patrick Brady flew his ambulance helicopter into thick and heavy fog to rescue 51 wounded soldi...
01/06/2026

On January 6, 1968, Maj. Patrick Brady flew his ambulance helicopter into thick and heavy fog to rescue 51 wounded soldiers in Vietnam. Flying several missions, he turned his ship sideways and used the rotors to blow away the fog. His controls were shot out, but he kept going and was awarded the Medal of Honor. Read the full citation on his Memorial: https://f3.social/6yc0shot

Isadore Jachman was a Jewish American soldier born in Berlin. On January 4, 1945, while serving in the 513th Parachute D...
01/04/2026

Isadore Jachman was a Jewish American soldier born in Berlin. On January 4, 1945, while serving in the 513th Parachute Division, Jachman and his company were pinned down during heavy fighting in Belgium. Jachman left his concealed position and raced across open ground to fire a bazooka at German tanks. He was fatally wounded, but disrupted the enemy attack. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor: https://f3.social/6ybz

The Vietnam War Combat Artist Program allowed enlisted artists to reach for paint and canvas instead of weapons. Members...
01/03/2026

The Vietnam War Combat Artist Program allowed enlisted artists to reach for paint and canvas instead of weapons. Members of the program documented the war with art that evoked emotion. See examples of combat art here: https://f3.social/6yby

The Battle of Stones River was fought in Tennessee beginning December 31, 1862. On December 30, both armies set up camp ...
12/31/2025

The Battle of Stones River was fought in Tennessee beginning December 31, 1862. On December 30, both armies set up camp across from one another, and their military bands began to play. At one point, both bands joined together and played "Home Sweet Home" as soldiers from both sides sang. The next day, fighting began and resulted in 24,000 casualties.

During World War II, 90% of access to the world's natural rubber supply was restricted. The government needed rubber to ...
12/30/2025

During World War II, 90% of access to the world's natural rubber supply was restricted. The government needed rubber to operate an army. Thus, tires became a valuable resource. This photo shows captured German tires at a salvage dump in Tunisia: https://f3.social/6ybx

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