I had been hearing about Gopher Records for awhile now and the wonderful results they were getting. Finally several weeks I decided to place an order myself with them. 1st I want to say is that you are not asked to pay until the records are found. I was quite impressed with that. I have
I discovered Bob Voelke from a page on the National Archives website who was available for hire as a researcher (https://www.archives.gov/research/hire-help/locations?facility=washington-dc). I sent him an e-mail inquiry and he responded quickly. Once I ordered my requested record, I received it in short order.
My first time using Gopher Records and I will absolutely use them again. I am researching Civil War soldiers and veterans for two different projects, including obtaining headstones for unmarked graves. So easy to use this service and the turn around time is fast.
The information provided was fast thorough and well worth cost I will not hesitate to use or recommend the service to others!
I’ve recently ordered two Civil War or later pension files from NARA through Gopher. Very quick service, great customer contact emails, extremely low price. The scans were high quality and complete. I’d highly recommend them even if you live near DC, you’ll spend more time getting to NARA, waiting for records to be pulled, going
Having used a different service in the past and having a bad experience, I was so glad to find so many others had great things to say about Bob and Gopher Records. He’s been helpful in finding the correct individuals in my searches and is responsive to questions. The deliveries are before the estimations, and
Nine files I have requested and each time Gopher Records has produced surprising results. I am learning that the the past wars for this country affected not just a single soldier it affected entire families. I have been requesting not just my direct line soldiers but also the brothers, uncles, and all who served in
Great service. Obtaining images was so easy.
Was looking for the day and month of my ancestors birth. Did not find that but found out so much more about his health status before he was killed in action at Shiloh. So happy with the service Gopher Records provided.
Outstanding service. Found out so many more details than what was expected. Gave greater clarity to what the war experience was like for our ancestors.