War of 1812

Records of American soldiers and sailors buried abroad, dating back to the earliest wars and military conflicts in U.S. history. more

Alphabetical lists of officers who served in the United States Army from 1789 to 1903, with supporting charts, tables, and military history. more

NARA M566. Letters received by the Adjutant General's Office during the period 1805-21, including many relating to the War of 1812. more

These reports document casualties of Navy personnel, whether by enemy action, accident, imprisonment, or disease. Deaths in both wartime and peacetime are covered. more

NARA A1158. Pensions indexed by number for Army or Navy service in early American wars. more

View images of original documents representing some of the most historic milestones of the War of 1812. more

The War of 1812 pension files resulted from a man's service during the war, 1812-1815. They were granted to the veteran, his widow, or his heirs. more

NARA M928. Case files and prize records relating to maritime property seized at the country's leading port and commercial center, 1812-16. more

Compiled service records for the War of 1812 include each man's name, rank, details about his service, and often a physical description. more