Make room for their story
Your veteran family interview record

For family use, not an official archive form. Combat stories are never required.

Who, when and where
Storyteller, interviewer, date, branch and service years if shared.
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Before recording
Permission, intended audience, topics to skip and preferred stopping point.
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A gentle beginning
Who from your time in service would you like us to know about?
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Everyday service life
Work, routines, friendships, places and moments they choose to share.
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Their words, their boundaries
Names or dates to check. Parts to keep private or revisit later.
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After the conversation
Thank them. Confirm sharing wishes. Note filename and backup location.
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