Old War Index to Pension Files, 1815-1926

The "Old War Index to Pension Files, 1815-1926" (NARA T316) consists of index cards to pension files dated from 1815-1926. They relate mainly to pensions based on death or disability incurred in service between the years of 1816-1861. The national archives catalog describes the records as relating to service between 1783-1861, however.

The cards primarily cover Regular Army soldiers and Navy personnel, however, volunteer soldiers are often included in this index. A large number of Mexican War (1846-1848) soldiers are included. Civil War soldiers are usually only included if they had served prior to the war.

Content of the Records:

 National Archives Catalog  FamilySearch Historical Records
 * Old War Index to Pension Files, 1815 - 1926
 * Case Files of Pension Applications Based on Death or Disability Incurred in Service between 1783 and 1861 ("Old Wars"), ca. 1815 - ca. 1930
 * Lists of Dependents of Veterans Who Served in the Old Wars, 1872 - 1927. NAID 2602498


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