Maine, State Archives, World War I (WWI) Grave Cards - FamilySearch Historical Records
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Location of Maine | |
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Record Type | Cards |
Collection years | 1914-1950 |
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Maine State Archives, Augusta, Maine |
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What is in This Collection?
This collection contains the grave card index of WWI soldiers from the Maine State Archives from 1914 through 1950. Digital images of originals housed at the Maine State Archives in Augusta, Maine
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What Can These Records Tell Me?
This collection may contain this information:
- Name, and rank of soldier
- Current address
- Date and place of birth
- Enlistment date and place
- Discharge date and branch of service
- Date, location, and cause of death
- Burial date and cemetery location
- Type of marker or stone
- War record
- Next of Kin
Collection Content
Sample Images
How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know the name of the soldier.
Search the Index
Search by name on the Collection Details Page.- Fill in the search boxes in the Search Collection section with the information you know
- Click Search to show possible matches
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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.
What Do I Do Next?
When you have located your ancestor’s record, carefully evaluate each piece of information given. The information may also lead you to other records about your ancestors.
I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?
- Use the names, ages and residence to find church and census records
- When looking for a person who had a common name, look at all the entries for the name before deciding which is correct
- Search for records of people in the county who shared a surname. These may have been the soldier's parents, uncles, or other relatives.
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 an index. There are often indexes at the beginning of each volume. Local genealogical and historical societies often have indexes to local records
- Search the records of nearby localities
Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in the state of Maine.
Citing This Collection
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Collection Citation: The citation for this collection can be found on the Collection Details Page in the section Citing this Collection. |
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