United States, Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Military Servicemen in World War I Records - FamilySearch Historical Records

United States

What is in This Collection?
This index is a record of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who had entered the Military Service from the United States and Canada up to December 31, 1919. Forms were sent to local wards and branches to identify members serving.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The following information may be found in these records:

Birth and Christening
 * Name of soldier
 * Age at enlistment
 * Date of enlistment
 * Class of service
 * Priesthood
 * Stake and ward

How Do I Search This Collection?
To begin your search it is helpful to know:
 * The soldier's name
 * The age of the soldier
 * The rank of the solider

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Use age at time of enlistment to locate birth certificate
 * Use information found in the record to find death record
 * Use the information found in the record to find land and probate records
 * Use the information found in the record to find additional family members in census records

I Can't Find the Person I'm Looking For, What Now?

 * Look for variant spellings of the names. You should also look for nicknames and abbreviated names
 * Look for another index. Local genealogical and historical societies often have indexes to local records
 * Search the indexes and records of nearby counties
 * Try alternative search methods such as only filling in the surname search box (or the given name search box) on the landing page leaving the other box empty and then click on search. This should return a list of everyone with that particular name. You could then browse the list for individuals that may be your ancestor

Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the United States.
 * Beginning Research in United States Military Records
 * US Military Basic Search Strategies
 * United States Guided Research
 * United States Record Finder
 * Research Tips and Strategies

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.