What paperwork does the Veterans History Project require, and why?
The Library of Congress requires the following forms for each veteran's collection in order to clarify how the Library can use the collection and facilitate access for researchers. It also guarantees veterans’ legal copyright to their materials. The Veterans History Project (VHP) will return collections to the contributor if they do not include the required forms:
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- Biographical Data Form (PDF, 119KB) Opens in new window
- Veteran's Release Form (PDF, 102KB) Opens in new window
- Interviewer's/Volunteer's Release Form (PDF, 117KB) - if enclosing an interview Opens in new window
- Media and Formats Standards (PDF, 91KB) Opens in new window
- Audio and Video Recording Log (Interview Notes Form) (PDF, 130 KB) - if enclosing a recorded interview Opens in new window
- Photograph Log (PDF, 108KB) - if enclosing any photographs Opens in new window
- Manuscript Data Sheet (PDF, 109KB) - if enclosing a manuscript, memoir, letters, diary or other written materials Opens in new window
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We cannot provide service records for veterans (contact the National Archives); advice on veteran benefits (contact the Department of Veterans Affairs).
For general information on military history, contact our general reference librarians.
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Send written correspondence to:
Veterans History Project
Library of Congress
101 Independence Ave. SE
Washington, DC 20540