SCRA Oral History Project with Publishing Concepts Inc. (PCI)
In partnership with PCI, the Signal Corps Regimental Association (SCRA) is launching The Oral History Project in honor of the United States Army Signal Corps’ s 166th Birthday! This program will work to capture the stories of Signaleers in your own voice. We will transcribe the stories into a hardbound and digital edition that will be a wonderful keepsake for all participants and their families, and a beautiful opportunity to preserve the history of the Signal Soldier.
Postcards and/or emails will be sent to current members of the SCRA this September, inviting you to participate at no cost.
Pro Patria Vigilans!
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers
1. I received an email/postcard/phone call from a company asking for my personal information and a story about Signal Corps Regimental Association. Tell me more about the project.
We have partnered with PCI (also known as Publishing Concepts) to produce an Oral History Publication for Signal Corps Regimental Association. PCI is a family-owned business based in Dallas, TX that has published directories for educational institutions, fraternities, sororities, and military organizations across the nation for over 100 years.
This project allows us to hear about your personal experiences from your time at Signal Corps Regimental Association and how the organization helped to shape your life since then. And, while we have you on the phone, we want to make sure your contact information is up to date.
↑ Back to questions2. Does Signal Corps Regimental Association benefit from this at all?
Yes, in a few different ways:
- Updated Information – allows us to effectively communicate with and engage members
- Legacy – sharing and collecting stories preserves the history of our organization
- Pride – wearing apparel shows support and love for our organization
3. How do I know my information will only be used for Oral History Project purposes?
PCI is committed to protecting your information. The names, addresses and information provided to PCI for the publication of the Oral History Project will be held confidential by PCI, except to the extent that they are utilized in, or in the preparation of, the Oral History Project and except as required by court order or law.
↑ Back to questions4. I would like to verify or update my information and share a story. How can I do this?
- If you have received a postcard or an email with a telephone number, you may call the number to speak with a dedicated representative for the Oral History Project. The representative will verify the information we have on file for you, make any updates where needed, and then ask you to share your story about your time at Signal Corps Regimental Association. Your story will be recorded, and the sound clip provided to Signal Corps Regimental Association at the conclusion of the project.
- If you have received an email with an embedded link, you may go to the online site to review your information and submit a story.
- If you did not receive a postcard or email, you may call the dedicated Signal Corps Regimental Association update line at 800-729-2998.
- If you are living internationally or are unable to call the update line, please email PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.
5. How can I participate if I am Deaf/Hard of Hearing?
If you would like to participate and are Deaf/Hard of Hearing, please email customerservice@publishingconcepts.com. PCI will send you a personalized link for you to share your written story and photo.
↑ Back to questions6. Can I choose what information prints in the publication?
The only information that is included in the publication is your name, highest rank, and branch of service, along with your story and photo. No contact information is printed. When you call to update your contact information, it will only be used to update your member record for the organization. You may revoke consent for your story and/or photo to appear any time before 02/19/2027 by contacting PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 / PCIservice@publishingconcepts.com.
↑ Back to questions7. I updated my information but need some more time to think about what experience to share.
You can call back at any time before 02/19/2027 to share your story.
↑ Back to questions8. I shared a story and the representative said I could send a photo. How do I do this?
You will receive an email with a link to upload one photo (black and white or color) plus a caption.
If you have also purchased a book but do not have an email address on file, you will be sent a photo mailer to send a physical photo in to be printed (note: the photo will be returned if you include a self-addressed, stamped envelope).
↑ Back to questions9. Can anyone purchase a book?
The Signal Corps Regimental Association Oral History Publication is available for sale only to Signal Corps Regimental Association members.
↑ Back to questions10. When will I receive my book?
The total duration of the Oral History Project is about 12 months. Since we began the project in August 2026, the books will be distributed in August 2027.
↑ Back to questions11. I ordered a book / package over the phone and would like to cancel my order. How do I do this?
Contact PCI’s customer service helpdesk at 1-800-982-1590 and they will take care of this for you.
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