Phyllis, The Veteran's Administration is the organization that provides free military markers. Check their web site for what they provide, cost, requirements, etc. www.va.gov I checked with them last year when my husband passed away. My understanding is that they provide a free headstone, but there will be charges by the cemetery to place it. Marilyn -----------------original message----------------- In a message dated 05/27/05 5:27:34 PM Eastern Daylight Time, pgarratt@gessert.us writes: << Thanks Pat! I am wondering about the details, such as what kind of marker etc. and if it is only for Civil War vets or does it include earlier and later wars. I will check the NARA website for information. Phyllis >>

Marilyn, thanks for the info! Very interesting! And thanks to everyone else who helped to answer my question. Phyllis <Original Message> www.va.gov My understanding is that they provide a free headstone, but there will be charges by the cemetery to place it.