How do I find out where a relative served in ww2?
To find out if they have any information on your veteran, call them at 800-827-1000. If the Department of Veteran Affairs does not have any information you can try contacting the Veteran Affairs Insurance Center at 800-669-8477.
Were Soldiers allowed to keep diaries?
Soldiers were officially forbidden from keeping diaries for similar security purposes, but many did so anyway. Writing likely helped these soldiers remember things and try to make sense of what they were experiencing. For those of us who get to read those diaries now, it also helps us learn so much more.
Why do soldiers write letters?
During the First World War, letter writing was the main form of communication between soldiers and their loved ones, helping to ease the pain of separation. Receiving letters from family and friends was also vital to morale, keeping men and women connected to the homes they had left behind.
Where can I find the Canadian war diaries?
Note: Many Canadians served with the British forces during both wars. Those war diaries, ships’ logs and air operations records are held at the National Archives in the United Kingdom.
Are there any diaries from the Canadian Expeditionary Force?
The diaries rarely mention individuals by name, with the exception of some references to officers. The war diaries for the Canadian Expeditionary Force (RG9-D-III-3) have been digitized. See War Diaries of the First World War.
How many Canadians died in the Second World War?
The Second World War was the third major conflict Canada participated in and resulted in over 45,000 Canadian dead. Military service files contain documents relating to: The files do not include information about battles. See War Diaries, Ship Logs and Operations Record Books.
Where can I find the war diaries of the CEF?
Use Collection Search to view the digitized war diaries for the CEF (RG9-D-III-3, finding aid 9-52). In the drop-down list, select Archives. In the keyword box, enter 9-52 war diaries and the name of the unit. Examples: 9-52 war diaries 52nd Battalion.