Are you planning a burial for him in a VA national cemetery?
Yes I am.
Well then you should call our National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117. And we can help you get his DD214 or other discharge documents that you may need.
If I'm his mother will I have access to his full record?
Yes since you are considered his next of kin.
And if I want to access my own military record?
In that case, you'll need to sign in to milConnect to get your military service records.
Will that give me access to my DD214?
Yes.
Can I also access my father's record from the Korean War?
If the Veteran was discharged more than 62 years ago, The National Archives opens all records to the public 62 years after discharge and you can order a copy of their military records.
What if he was discharged 50 years ago.