DD Form 1172 enrolls military family members in DEERS — the gateway to TRICARE, base access, and dependent benefits. Documentation, where to file, and timing critical updates.

VA Form 22-1990 is how you apply for the Post-9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, MGIB-SR, and other VA education benefits. Section walkthrough, chapter election, and what to expect after you file.

SF-180 is the paper-form method to request DD-214, OMPF, service medical records, and other military records. Section-by-section walkthrough, where to mail, and timing.

eVetRecs, SF-180, and direct service contact — three ways to replace a lost DD-214. Timing, costs, next-of-kin requirements, and what to do for 1973-fire-affected records.