The National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) in St. Louis, MO, is a vital facility under the National Archives dedicated to preserving and providing access to official military personnel files. In 1973, a devastating fire destroyed millions of records, leading to long-term preservation efforts and the transfer of legal custody to the National Archives in 2004.
Through oral history interviews with staff and former employees, the NPRC commemorates the 50th anniversary of the fire, shedding light on the challenges faced in record management and the ongoing mission to ensure veterans have access to their valuable records. The facility continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding historical military documentation and serving the needs of veterans and researchers alike.
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