FAQs

1. Who is allowed to submit a story to the Forgotten Sacrifices Project?

We accept submissions from family members and from friends/family representatives with permission from a first-degree relative.

Family friends, chaplains, unit members, or historians may also contribute a story if they have written approval from the family.

We do not accept anonymous submissions.

2. What types of stories are eligible for the National Digital Archive?

We preserve the stories of U.S. service members who died in the line of duty outside of named combat operations.

This includes training accidents, aviation or vehicle mishaps, duty-related medical emergencies, and other non-combat incidents.

Combat-related deaths (such as during Desert Storm, OIF/OEF, Vietnam, etc.) are lovingly respected, but they fall outside the scope of FSP’s mission.

3. What information should I include in my submission?

Families are encouraged to share:

The service member’s biography

Personal memories and stories

Photos (with permission to publish)

Details about their service and character

Any special qualities, accomplishments, or anecdotes that celebrate their life

We also ask for basic verification, such as an obituary, unit information, or date and location of the incident, to help us honor your loved one accurately.

4. Are there content guidelines I need to follow?

Yes. To maintain respect and accuracy, we cannot publish submissions containing:

Profanity or inappropriate language

Graphic descriptions

Political statements

Unverified or disputed claims

Sensitive information about people who have not given permission

All stories should be respectful, truthful to the best of your knowledge, and focused on honoring your loved one’s legacy.

5. What happens after I submit my story?

Your submission will go through a multi-step review process to ensure accuracy, respectfulness, and alignment with our mission.

If clarification is needed, we may contact you.

Once approved, your loved one’s story will be added to the FSP National Digital Archive, where it will help preserve their legacy for future generations.