How do I go about getting an award added to my DD-214, that I noticed was never added during my transition??

SPC Ronald Golson — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 00:16:26 -0500

I was looking it over, and I guess never noticed it before, but my mechanic badge was never added to it. I've asked in different forums on different sites, but all to no avail. Answers either range from "You're screwed." to "Go to your S-1." The latter being KIND OF hard since I'm not in the military anymore haha. Any guidance on which way to go with this would be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks!

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jan 28 at 2016 12:19 AM

PO1 John Miller — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 00:19:02 -0500

You would need to submit a DD 215 (Correction to DD 214) form. It would obviously help if you have supporting documentation such as an award citation and possibly references from the officer who signed/presented you the award.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2016 1:14 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 01:14:35 -0500

How to request a DD 215 (correction to DD 214):
https://www.hrc.army.mil/TAGD/Correction%20to%20Veterans%20Military%20Records

You'll need the supporting documentation, but it is doable.

Response by SSgt Jim Gilmore made Jan 28 at 2016 2:46 AM

SSgt Jim Gilmore — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 02:46:27 -0500

Write to HQ ARMY MILPERCEN, provide the data on the award and ask for a DD-215...a corrected DD-214.

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Jan 28 at 2016 8:28 PM

MAJ Ken Landgren — Thu, 28 Jan 2016 20:28:48 -0500

When you get old and crusty like me, you don't care about medals, awards, or retirement certificate. What mattered to me was what is.