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National Cemetery Administration

 

Burial at Sea

Ships at seaThe National Cemetery Administration cannot provide burial at sea.

For More Assistance: If you have any questions about the Burial at Sea program, please contact the United States Navy Mortuary Affairs office toll-free at 1-833-330-6622. Or contact the Department of the Navy for information.

Active duty members and Veterans buried at sea may be eligible for a Government-furnished headstone or marker.

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