Requested my father's WWII and Korean War USMC records several years ago. It does move at a "snail's pace". Took about 8 months to receive his WWII records. Never received his Korean War record.
He was 93 at the time. After years of wanting nothing to do with those memories he asked me to get those records. He wanted his grandkids to know what he had been through.
I was able to create a picture box with his ribbons and medals. Also emailed the current commander of the outfit he had served with and asked if I could purchase a US flag from him that had flown over any location where they were serving. He not only sent me the flag, at no cost, but also a card signed by himself and numerous others. Dad was proud as a peacock!
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