- To receive a headstone, marker, or medallion for a veteran, the eligible applicant must submit a VA Form 40-1330, Claim for Standard Government Headstone or Marker or VA Form 40-1330M, Claim for Government Medallion to the VA along with proof of military service1. A Government-furnished medallion may be provided for eligible Veterans who served on or after Apr. 6, 1917 and whose grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker2. Flat markers in granite, marble, and bronze and upright headstones in granite and marble are available2.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.To receive a headstone, marker, or medallion, the eligible applicant must submit a VA Form 40-1330, Claim for Standard Government Headstone or Marker or VA Form 40-1330M, Claim for Government Medallion to the VA along with proof of military service, to request a Government-provided headstone or marker.www.military.com/benefits/burial-and-memorial/hea…A Government-furnished medallion may be provided for eligible Veterans who served on or after Apr. 6, 1917 and whose grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker. Flat markers in granite, marble, and bronze and upright headstones in granite and marble are available.www.cem.va.gov/hmm/
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