CivilWarRecords.com
Military Index Lookup
Military Index Lookup
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We'll be happy to help you find your soldier in the military indexes in order to help you get their records from the National Archives.
Here's the thing though: any time money is changing hands, we need to make sure we're on the same page. We don't want there to be any misunderstanding about what you're paying for. Please read the terms below. I don't want you to be mad at us if something doesn't go right!
Oh, and there's good news. If you're looking for help in finding a Union Civil War soldier in the pension index, we can do that free of charge! (It's literally our website name, CivilWarRecords.com!) You can do that here.
Terms and Conditions for Index Lookups for War of 1812, Mexican War and Indian War soldiers
This is a ten-dollar lookup, so please help us by giving the basics we need. (click to expand)
That’s really what all of this boils down to. We keep this service affordable, and all we ask is that you work with us by giving the essential details up front. When you give us the key info, the lookup stays fast, fair, and inexpensive for everyone.
What this lookup includes (click to expand)
We check the pension index, the compiled military service record index, and the bounty land index for one soldier. This is a fast lookup, not a deep dive, which is how we can keep the price at ten dollars. No detective hats required, just a straightforward check of the standard indexes.
What information we need from you (click to expand)
Please share as much of the requested information as you know. If you already have the details recorded somewhere, taking a moment to include them helps us avoid guessing. If you're putting your money on the line for this, we want to make sure it's well spent.
What this service does not include (click to expand)
This lookup does not include reading long research notes, scrolling through online family trees, or untangling multi-page ancestral backstories. We love genealogy, but this service only stays manageable at ten dollars if the essential information comes to us neatly up front.
When we may need to decline a lookup (click to expand)
If the details provided are too vague or incomplete, we may need to decline the request or ask for more information. We’re not trying to be difficult, we just want to give you the most accurate answer possible.
Non-refundable lookups (click to expand)
The lookup fee is non-refundable, even if we don’t find your soldier in the index. You’re paying for the time spent searching, not for a guaranteed match. Some individuals simply do not appear in the surviving indexes.
When extra fees may apply (click to expand)
If the request requires more than a basic lookup, such as multiple identity problems, broad searches, or many name variations, additional fees may apply. We will always contact you before doing anything beyond the basic lookup.
One soldier per order (click to expand)
Each order covers one soldier lookup only. Trying to fit “my ancestor, his brother, and maybe one or two others” into one order never ends well. One lookup per order keeps everything fair and manageable.
What you can expect from index results (click to expand)
Index entries vary widely in completeness, clarity, and survival. Some are detailed, some are vague, and some never existed. The results depend entirely on what remains in the historical record and the information you provide.
Agreement to terms (click to expand)
By placing an order, you agree to these terms. These guidelines help keep this service quick, affordable, and enjoyable for everyone involved. Including us!