Is there a new SOP for battlefield promotions? Also what exactly are the requirements for it? Finally do the special operations support elements have a different process for these things? .. Read the Answer»
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Using Moss on the Side of a Tree to Determine Direction- NOT TRUE
There have been many articles written and survival experts claim that you can tell cardinal direction by the side of a tree that moss grows on. The premise is that moss only grows on the North side of trees to …Read More
As Caregivers Can We Decide to Terminate Our End of the Family Care Plan?
My husband and I are caring for our daughter's children. She is divorced and is due to be deployed. Custody has not been settled in court. We feel our daughter needs to come home and take care of her children and the custody issues. She got in the Army, now we have the mess. Are we able to terminate a Family Care Plan?.. Read the Answer»
Can I be Reduced in Grade for Something I Said During a Unit Football Game?
Can my 1SG/Commander reduce me in grade during a football game. because they did not like I a statement I had made? Specifically I stated the commander of the other unit needed to follow the rules and not allow her team to break the rules... Read the Answer»
Methods of Measuring Distance for Land Navigation
Straight Line Measuring distance on a map is critical to be able to determine how far you must travel between points or locations. You can measure straight line distance and curved distance (roads). The most accurate method for measuring straight …Read More
My Soldier says I can’t counsel her by email- Is this correct?
Top, does e-mail couseling count in terms of valid and official professional counseling, despite that it is not hand written or typed on a DA 4856 AUG 2010? I have an E-6 disputing that an e-mail to her with detailed counseling is not counseling because the regulation states that a 4856 is used. Please advise... Read the Answer»
Vehicle Cold Weather Maintenance Class
This class is designed to teach Maintenance and effects of cold on military vehicles. The Action, Condition, and Standard of the class are as follows: Action: Operate vehicles in the cold weather environment Condition: In temperatures of 32º F to …Read More
Can an Enlisted Soldier have another Enlisted Soldier as a Roommate?
Can an Enlisted Soldier have another Enlisted Soldier as a Roommate?.. Read the Answer»
How to Use Your Hand to Illustrate Terrain Features
Some of you may not know how to use your hand to explain terrain features; whiles a few of us might need a slight refresher. Below is an example of how you can use your hand to illustrate the terrain …Read More
Does a Specialist Have to Obey the Orders of Another Specialist in a Leadership Position?
I am a specialist that has been placed as a team chief in a 20 level slot. I am having problems with one of my Soldiers bringing up my rank and failing to execute the taskings I put out. I have heard of position over rank but I am not sure where exactly I can find this on digits... Read the Answer»
I am in AIT and Would Like to Know if My Command Keep Me Past My Report Date if I am Pending and Article 15?
I a in AIT, we had a random barrack inspection and they found an empty little liquor bottle in my drawer. I was given a counseling to sign that recommended UCMJ and I am flagged IAW AR 600-8-2. My report date to my new unit within 2 weeks. I would like to know can they keep me past my report date if the article 15 is still pending? .. Read the Answer»
After Action Review (AAR) Planning and Preparation
Introduction After Action Reviews (AARs) are an extremely useful tool if planned and conducted properly. Conversely AARs that are improperly prepared and executed can be detrimental to the event and the overall morale of the element. The main point to …Read More
Recent Articles
- I recently received an Article 15 and I am due to ETS in 2 months but my unit wants to chapter me. Can they do this?
- If I receive quarters for 24 hours when am I required to report to work?
- My chain of command frequently puts out information after 2000 hours is there anything I can do to get them to do it during formation or a reasonable hour?
- Is it true when a new leader takes over I get a fresh start and my previous counselings no longer matter?
- My wife is pregnant and I will be going to the gas chamber will it be safe for me to do it?
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- What action is taken when a Soldier marks disagree and provides a rebuttal statement?
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- I was in a motorcycle accident and my chain of command directed that I perform over 100 hours of riding mentorship before I can use my cycle again by myself. However no one will mentor me. What can I do?
- I have refused to get vaccinated for religious reasons. I am being told I will receive a dishonorable discharge. Is this true?
- I have a Soldier that arrived at the unit and the BN will not let the Soldier take PTDY for house hunting but they allow everyone else to do it. What can I do as the commander?
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