Legal Definitions - soldier's and sailor's will

A Soldier's and Sailor's Will is a type of will made by military personnel that is usually valid even if it does not follow the usual legal requirements for a will. This is because soldiers and sailors may not have access to legal resources while serving.

For example, if a soldier writes a letter to a friend stating how they want their property to be distributed after their death, this may be considered a valid Soldier's and Sailor's Will.

These types of wills are important because they allow military personnel to make sure their property is distributed according to their wishes, even if they are unable to make a formal will.