Behind the Uniform — Military Genealogy Research Guide by Kathleen R. Brandt
Behind the Uniform
Every Soldier Has a Story
by Kathleen R. Brandt
A 416-page comprehensive guide for genealogists and family historians seeking to uncover the records and stories that extend beyond a veteran's name, rank, and service dates.
About This Book
Behind the Uniform is a comprehensive 416-page reference guide built specifically for genealogists and family historians researching military ancestors. Each chapter is war-specific and walks researchers through the full spectrum of records available — from service records and pension files to bounty-land warrants, pay records, claims, land records, and court documents.
Real-world case studies open each chapter, grounding the research strategies in actual family histories. Chapter checklists keep researchers organized as they move through each conflict era, and the extensive back matter includes a military vocabulary appendix and functional research logs designed for patron use.
Whether you are tracing a Revolutionary War patriot, a Civil War soldier, or a veteran of later conflicts, Behind the Uniform provides the practical framework to find the records, follow the clues, and discover the person behind the uniform.
416 Pages
Comprehensive coverage across conflict eras
Case Studies
Real-world research examples opening each chapter
Chapter Checklists
Organized research guides for every war era
Research Appendix
Military vocabulary, timelines, and functional logs
Archival Sourcing
Full citations and source guides throughout
Case Study Index
Front-matter index for quick reference
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Publication made possible in part by Missouri Humanities. We are grateful for their grant support, which helped fund the publication and printing of Behind the Uniform.
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