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My knees swell up after I run or perform other exercises, what should I do?

How do I account for my rated time if I do not get an evaluation report?

I made E-5 on May 1st. Then went to schools for a total of 3 weeks during the month of May. I PCS in mid July. Since I was not rated for a minimum of 90 days, Should I get a memo stating that I was not rated or will my new unit do an extended annual NCOER? What should I do? (I'm ARMY, ACTIVE).. Read the Answer»

How can I get my assignment orders changed?

I contacted my assignment manager twice via email requesting a my choices of a new duty station but they have not replied. I checked the system today and found out I am on order for FT Bragg which was neither of my choices. Is there anyway this can be fixed?.. Read the Answer»

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I see a lot of people doing bouncing and jumping exercises, should they be a staple of my routine?

Can a Soldier be charged with Larceny under UCMJ if they were cleared by the Military Polices?

Two of my Soldiers are pending UCMJ for being accomplices to larceny. The Soldier who committed the larceny admitted to doing so. The two "accomplices" deny participating in larceny and simply left with the individual being charged. They were cleared of any wrongdoing by the military police, however the commander is insisting on the article. Does this sound like a valid case? The item in question for the Larceny was a Beer Mug.. Read the Answer»

Can my Chain of Command force me to stay on base during the week if I live in the barracks?

I am stationed overseas in Europe. I maintain a room in the barracks. Recently my chain of command stated I must stay in my room in the barracks. They stated I am not authorized to stay with my fiance off post. They have stated I can stay with her on weekends but not on weeknights. Can they make me stay in the barracks?.. Read the Answer»

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Can I be counseled twice for the same incident?

Can I be counseled by two separate individuals in myr chain of command for the SAME incident? .. Read the Answer»

What can I expect if I self refer for Substance Abuse?

What can I expect if I self ID for Substance Abuse. I want to end my Substance Abuse but I dont want to be discharged. Any advice?.. Read the Answer»

Can I drink when off duty in Uniform?

Is there a black and white answer for having a drink or two in uniform? I've looked into AR 670-1 and found a little info. My intent is to never drink at a bar, but have them with a meal at a restaurant. From my interpretation this should be okay. .. Read the Answer»

Can my Chain of Command make me buy Identification Tags?

Top, I really need some guidance and mentorship. Here is the deal. We are deployed and we all have one set of our ID TAGS. No our command is making us go buy another set of ID TAGs. We have to order them from an online service. I think the unit should supply these. Is it legal to make us buy them?.. Read the Answer»

How long should I expect to wait before being recommended for promotion in a new unit?

I am an E-4 in the Army Reserves and I am currently switching units and changing my mos. I will be in an E-5 slot. How easy would it be to get promoted to E-5 after getting transferred?.. Read the Answer»

What regulation governs special population or remedial PT?

Is there a regulation that governs the frequency of special population/remedial PT? I can't find it anywhere... Read the Answer»