SPC John Parmenter

SPC John Parmenter

Dates of Service: 1961 - 1967
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Promotions

  • PVT 61
  • PV2 61
  • PFC
  • SPC 62

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Bio 

Retired in 1994, as a Parole Manager (Major) following a criminology career. Served as a Parole Agent & Special Deputy Sheriff. Also worked for two bondsmen as a "bounty hunter" in addition to work as a part-time college instructor in criminal justice. My U.S. Army experience motivated me to seek higher education & career opportunities. Participated in numerous professional training courses.

Appointed "Fellow of the Academy of Police Science"
Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certified
Elected Chairman of 2 community corrections advisory boards

Military Experiences

1961 - 1967
Crewman, Squad Leader
Served in 1st Infantry Division 1961-1964. Assigned to Ft. Riley but had TDY throughout CONUS -- Ft. Irwin, Little Creek, Ft. Leonard Wood, etc. In 1963, my 1st Battle Group, 28th Infantry "Lions of Cantigny" conducted Operation Long Thrust VI, augmenting Berlin Brigade -- was present in Berlin during President Kennedy's Ich bin ein Berliner visit 26 JUN 63. Served as 81mm mortar crewman & as a gunner & squad leader 106mm recoilless rifle. In 2012, I was appointed Distinguished Member of the 28th Infantry Regiment due to several history articles I wrote & were published.

Deployments

(7 months)
Jan 1963 - Jul 1963
Germany
Germany
Operation Long Thrust VI to augment U.S. Berlin Brigade from CONUS, during a period of International Cold War Crisis.

Military Credentials

Professional Development Schools

1963

Ft. Riley Non-Commissioned Officer Academy

Individual & Special Skill Schools

Aug 1961 - Oct 1961

Advanced Individual Training (AIT) MOS 112 Heavy Weapons Infantry

Academic Degrees

Academic Degrees

1964 - 1968

Endorsements

SGT
SGT Robert George

Army | Armor Crew Member

Flint , Mi

Endorsed for:
- Overall leadership and character
PO2
PO2 Robert M.

Navy | Cryptologic Technician Communications

Endorsed for:
- Overall leadership and character
"On the Square" was the Drill Sergeant's cry when training to be 11C at Benning while at Harmony Church. Kudos to fellow 11C.
SPC
SPC Woody Bullard

Army | Military Police

Endorsed for: Service in West Berlin in the "Berlin Brigade" inside East Germany during Cold War with the Soviet Union. Outstanding Cold War service.
This is an honor for me brother. Thank You for your service.
Endorsed for:
- Overall leadership and character
Endorsed for:
- Overall leadership and character
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