Veterans History Project
Catalog organization: Library of Congress American Folklife Center
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Last updated
Researched Aug 22, 2026
What Is Veterans History Project?
The Library of Congress Veterans History Project collects and preserves firsthand accounts of U.S. military veterans who served in any branch or rank from World War I onward, whether or not they saw combat. Anyone, including students age 15 or older, may volunteer to interview a veteran or gather the veteran's original photographs, letters, diaries, or other materials. Veterans may also submit their own collections.
A compliant oral-history submission uses the official Field Kit, a willing eligible veteran, an interviewer age 15+, prepared questions, and required releases. Audio or video must be original, unedited, and at least 30 minutes. Participants should keep copies, give copies to the veteran or family, retain a digital file for at least one year, and submit biographical data and veteran/interviewer releases. Transcripts are welcome but not required; an index or recording log is strongly recommended. Remote interviewers should contact VHP before the interview for special instructions.
Veterans History Project Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | Varies — see Cost and funding |
|---|---|
| Format | Hybrid |
| Eligibility | Age 15 and above |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
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