Why did the military records need to be reconstructed?
In 1973 a fire at the National Personnel Records Center or NPRC in St. Louis, Missouri, destroyed the records held for our Veterans who were discharged from the Army and Air Force.
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Were your records destroyed in the 1973 NPRC fire?
No, I am not sure if they were.
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What can I do if I need records to filing a VA disability compensation claim?
You will need to follow some steps to get your records.
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How does the VA go about reconstructing my records?
We can submit a specific request to the NPRC for any more service records they may have or can find for you.
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How can I find out if my records were destroyed in the 1973 NPRC fire in St. Louis?
You can learn more about the 1973 NPRC fire and find out.
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How can I submit my disability compensation claim and any supporting documents?
There are many options to file your claim such as online, by mail, in person, or with the help of a trained professional.
Do you need to file a claim involving the reconstruction of records?
No, my files were not lost in the NPRC fire in St. Louis.
