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U.S.A.F. ASSISTED VETERAN HELP GUIDE
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TTOOGGEETTHHEERR WWEE SSEERRVVEEDD SSaavvee OOuurr VVeetteerraannss SSttoorriieess
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This Help Guide enables you to organize and gather all information associated with your Veteran Family Member’s military service, ready for you to post to their Military Service Page on TogetherWeServed.org. Once completed, a beautiful “Shadow Box” presentation of their entire military service, including all insignia, badges, medals, photos and memories is available for you to print out and frame, or share with other family members via your own personal web address. ________________________________________________ Contents: Military Service Information 1. Brief Overview - “Getting Started” 2. Your Veteran’s Discharge Certificate Explained 3. Basic Veteran Military Service Information 4. Medals and Ribbons Awarded 5. Boot Camp or Officer Training School Attended 6. Units and Duty Stations Assigned To 7. Combat and Non-Combat Operations Participated In
References 8. Badges - Illustrated Selection Reference 9. Medals and Ribbons - Illustrated Selection Reference 10. Service Reflections - Capturing Memories Worksheet 11. Service Photographs – Photo Description Summary 12. Veteran Video Interview Guidelines 13. Posting Video to Your Veterans Military Service Page 14. Posting Veterans Discharge Certificate 15. Viewing, Printing and Sharing Your Veterans Shadow Box
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GETTING STARTED Step 1 – Gather Your Veteran’s Service Information Using This Help Guide
First locate your Veteran’s discharge certificate if available. Work with your Veteran to enter as much information as you can from this certificate into the Basic Veteran Information page. You will use this information during the Join process.
On the Help Guide, identify and mark all the medal ribbons, insignia and badges
awarded to your Veteran. Scan their discharge certificate and all military photos.
Now you are ready to start building your Veterans Military Service Page. Step 2 - Build Your Veteran’s Military Service Page On Together We Served.org
After joining Together We Served.org as a Family Member, enter all the information gathered on the Help Guide into your Veteran’s Military Service Page using the ‘Add’ button in each section. Need help? Contact our online Help Desk at bottom left.
A complete service history will begin to appear with medal ribbons worn exactly as on
uniform and all badges, insignia and unit patches correctly displayed.
Add their photos to designated photo albums - an album is available for each event in their service career - boot camp, each assignment, combat mission etc. Click the Edit button in any section of their Military Service Page to add photos to an event in that section. eg add related photos to a specific duty station in the Assignments section.
Click on the ‘Shadow Box’ and ‘Timeline’ buttons on your Veteran’s page to view unique
and beautifully illustrated presentations of your Veteran’s military service which can be shared via a personal web address or printed out and framed.
Step 3 - Capture Your Veteran’s Service Memories.
A unique feature of your Veteran’s Military Service Page is as section called ‘Service Reflections’. Service Reflections is an easy to complete self-interview designed to help your Veteran remember key people and events from their military service
The Service Reflections interview questions are contained in this Help Guide. Your Veteran may wish to write their own answers which you can then enter into the Service Reflections section of their Profile Page. Each question may be answered on at a time.
Once your Veteran has completed their Reflections, you can choose to have your Veteran recount their military memories in a video record. Using the Reflections Interview Questions to guide the session, you can record your Veteran reflecting back using any recording device - smartphone, tablet or video camera.
You can now upload your recorded video to your YouTube account and insert the YouTube Share link in the Service Reflections section of their Together We Served Military Service Page.
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SAMPLE U.S. AIR FORCE DISCHARGE CERTIFICATE – DD FORM 214
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Basic Veteran Information (Numbers Reference Red Numbers on Discharge Certificate)
Name (1) Last Name:
Initial: First Name:
Nickname/ Military Codename
Final Rank (2)
State / Zip Code of Residence
State:
Zip:
Date of Birth (9) Home Town (8)
Date of Birth (9):
Home Town (8):
State/ Country of Birth
State of Birth:
Country of Birth:
Contact Phone Number
Contact E-mail Address
Service Years (3) (4) Start Date (3):
Separation Date (4):
Service Status (Circle) a) Veteran b) Retired c) Active d) Reserve
Last Air Force Specialty Code (6)
Last Squadron or Duty Station Assigned To (5)
Language(s) Spoken
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Medals and Awards (See Medals Reference in Appendix)
Medals and Awards (7) If a medal was awarded more than once, list each award separately along with its year of award.
1.Name: Year: 2. Name: Year: 3. Name: Year: 4. Name: Year: 5. Name: Year:
6. Name: Year: 7. Name: Year: 8. Name: Year: 9. Name: Year: 10. Name: Year:
11. Name: Year: 12. Name: Year: 13. Name: Year: 14. Name: Year: 15. Name: Year:
16. Name: Year: 17. Name: Year: 18. Name: Year: 19. Name: Year: 20. Name: Year:
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Service History: Recruit Or Officer Training and Assignments
Recruit or Officer Training (Boot Camp)
Training School Name:
Location:
Month: Year
Company: Platoon:
Assignment #1 Squadron Duty Station Formal Schools
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #2
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #3
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #4
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #5
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #6
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
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Assignment #7
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #8
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #9
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #10
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #11
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #12
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #13
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
Assignment #14
Squadron, Duty Station or Formal School: Start Year: End Year:
Rank: Job Code:
Location:
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Service History: Combat and Non-Combat Operations
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #1
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #2
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #3
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
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Combat / Non-Combat Operations #4
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation:
Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #5
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #6
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
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Combat / Non-Combat Operations #7
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #8
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
Combat / Non-Combat Operations #9
Name of Operation: Dates of Operation: Memories:
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Air Force Badges and Insignia Reference (Mark Those Awarded to Your Veteran)
Occupational Aviation Badges
US Air Force Band Badge
Astronaut (Basic)
Astronaut (Senior)
Astronaut (Command)
Air Battle Manager (Basic)
Air Battle Manager (Senior)
Air Battle Manager (Chief)
Aircrew Enlisted (Basic)
Aircrew Enlisted (Senior)
Aircrew Enlisted (Chief)
Aircrew Officer (basic)
Aircrew Officer (Senior)
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Aircrew Officer (Chief)
Aviator (Basic)
Aviator (Senior)
Aviator (Command)
Flight Nurse (Basic)
Flight Nurse (Senior)
Flight Nurse (Chief)
Flight Surgeon (Basic)
Flight Surgeon (Senior)
Flight Surgeon (Chief)
Navigator Observer (basic)
Navigator Observer (Senior)
Navigator Observer (Master)
Combat Aircrew Wings
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Combat Aircrew Wings w/1*
Combat Aircrew Wings w/2*
Combat Aircrew Wings w/3*
Unmanned Aircraft Pilot
Unmanned Aerospace System Sensor Operator
Unmanned Aerospace System Sensor Operator (Senior)
Unmanned Aerospace System Sensor Operator (Command)
Master Aviator Badge (Army)
Army Aviation (Basic)
Occupational Badges
Acquisition and Financial Management (Basic)
Acquisition and Financial Management (Senior)
Acquisition and Financial Management (Master)
Air Force Band (Basic)
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Air Force Band (Senior)
Air Force Band (Master)
Air Traffic Control (Basic)
Air Traffic Control (Senior)
Air Traffic Control (Master)
Chaplain Service Support (Basic)
Chaplain Service Support (Senior)
Chaplain Service Support (Master)
Command and Control (Basic)
Command and Control (Senior)
Command and Control (Master)
Communications and Information (Basic)
Communications and Information (Senior)
Communications and Information (Master)
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Senior Cyberspace Operator
Cyberspace Operator
Master Cyberspace Operator
Civil Engineer (Basic)
Civil Engineer (Senior)
Civil Engineer (Master)
Force Protection (Basic)
Force Protection (Senior)
Force Protection (Master)
Historian (Basic)
Historian (Senior)
Historian (Master)
Information Management (Basic)
Information Management (Senior)
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Information Management (Master)
Intelligence (Basic)
Intelligence (Senior)
Intelligence (Master)
Judge Advocate
Logistics (Basic)
Logistics (Senior)
Logistics (Master)
Maintenance (Basic)
Maintenance (Senior)
Maintenance (Master)
Manpower and Personnel (Basic)
Manpower and Personnel (Senior)
Manpower and Personnel (Master)
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Meteorologist (Basic)
Meteorologist (Senior)
Meteorologist (Master)
Operations Support (Basic)
Operations Support (Senior)
Operations Support (Master)
Parachute Rigger
Paralegal (Basic)
Paralegal (Senior)
Paralegal (Master)
Public Affairs (Basic)
Public Affairs (Senior)
Public Affairs (Master)
Services (Basic)
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Services (Senior)
Services (Master)
Supply and Fuel (Basic)
Supply and Fuel (Senior)
Supply and Fuel (Master)
Transportation (Basic)
Transportation (Senior)
Transportation (Master)
Emergency Management & Readiness (Basic)
Emergency Management & Readiness (Senior)
Emergency Management & Readiness (Master)
Communications Electronics (Basic)
Communications Electronics (Senior)
Communications Electronics (Master)
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Logistics Readiness (Basic)
Logistics Readiness (Master)
Logistics Readiness (Senior)
Security Force (Basic)
Security Force (Master)
Security Force (Senior)
Security Police (Basic)
Security Police (Senior)
Security Police (Master)
Force Support (Senior)
Force Support (Basic)
Force Support (Master)
Cyberspace Support Badge (Basic)
Cyberspace Support Badge (Senior)
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Cyberspace Support Badge (Master)
Medical Badges
Biomedical Service Corps (Basic)
Biomedical Service Corps (Senior)
Biomedical Service Corps (Master)
Dental Corps (Basic)
Dental Corps (Senior)
Dental Corps (Master)
Enlisted Medical (Technician) Basic
Enlisted Medical (Technician) Senior
Enlisted Medical (Technician) Master
Medical Corps (Physician) Basic
Medical Corps (Physician) Senior
Medical Corps (Physician) Master
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Medical Service Corps (Basic)
Medical Service Corps (Senior)
Medical Service Corps (Master)
Nurse Corps (Basic)
Nurse Corps (Senior)
Nurse Corps (Master)
Combat Medical First Award
Combat Medical Second Award
Combat Medical Third Award
Air and Space Badges
Space and Missile Operations (Basic)
Space and Missile Operations (Senior)
Space and Missile Operations (Master)
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Weapons Director (Basic)
Weapons Director (Senior)
Weapons Director (Master)
Academy Space (Basic)
Academy Space (Senior)
Academy Space (Master)
Space Missile (Basic)
Space Missile (Master)
Space Missile (Senior)
Weapons Control (Basic)
Weapons Control (Master)
Weapons Control (Senior)
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Missileman Badges
Missileman (Basic)
Missileman (Senior)
Missileman (Master)
Missile Operator (Basic)
Missile Operator (Senior)
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Missile Operator (Master)
Fire Protection Badges
Air Force Fire Protection (Basic)
Air Force Fire Protection (Captain)
Air Force Fire Protection (Assistant Chief)
Air Force Fire Protection (Deputy Chief)
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Air Force Fire Protection (Chief)
Restricted Warfare Badges
Army Combat Action Badge 1st award
Explosives Ordnance Disposal (Basic)
Explosives Ordnance Disposal (Senior)
Explosives Ordnance Disposal (Master)
Parachutist (Basic)
Parachutist (Senior)
Parachutist (Master)
Scuba Diver
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Rifle Marksmanship Badges
U.S. Distinguished International Shooter Badge Sequence: 34
USAF Distinguished Rifle (Gold) Sequence: 64
USAF Individual Rifle (Bronze) Sequence: 66
USAF National Individual Wreath Rifle (Bronze) Sequence: 68
USAF National Silver Rifle (Silver) Sequence: 69
Pistol Marksmanship Badges
President's Hundred Award - Rifle Sequence: 62
USAF Distinguished Pistol (Gold) Sequence: 63
USAF Individual Pistol (Bronze) Sequence: 65
USAF National Individual Wreath Pistol (Bronze) Sequence: 67
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USAF National Pistol (Silver) Sequence: 70
Religious Services Badges
Buddhist Chaplain
Christian Chaplain
Jewish Chaplain
Muslim Chaplain
USAAF Chaplain
Official Badges
Air Education and Training Command Instructor Basic
Air Education and Training Command Instructor Master
Air Force Academy Professor
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Air Force Commander
Air Force Honor Guard
Base Honor Guard
Air Force Recruiting Service
Air Force Office of Special Investigations
Air Force Air Police
Air Force Security Police
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Air Training Command Instructor (pre-1966)
Air Training Command Master Instructor (pre-1966)
Air Training Command Master Instructor (post-1967)
Combat Control Team
Combat Crew
Security Forces OIF
AAF Crash Boat Crew
USAF Disaster Response Force
Combat Rescue Officer
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Commander
Headquarters Air Force
Military Free Fall Jumpmaster
Military Postal Service
Outstanding Airman
Pararescuer
TACP
Lance P Sijan Award
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WW II Honorable Discharge Pin
Professional Military Education
Meritorious Squadron Commendation 1944-1961 (4th Award)
Meritorious Squadron Commendation 1944-1961 (2nd Award)
Air Force Air Police Badge (1960-1966)
Meritorious Squadron Commendation 1944-1961 (5th Award)
Mishap-Free Flying Hour Award 5,000 Hrs
Meritorious Squadron Commendation 1944-1961 (3rd Award)
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Air Training Command Instructor (post-1966)
Meritorious Squadron Commendation 1944-1961
Air Force Security Police Badge (1960-1966)
NATO Airborne Early Warning (AEW) Force
Air Force Retired
Squadroned States Taiwan Defense Command
National Defense University
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US Central Command (Original)
Air Force JROTC Instructors
Governors 20
Presidents 100
AAFTTC Instructor
WWI Discharge Pin
Defense Logistics Agency
Headquarters Command, USAF
Fighter Weapons School
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USAF Weapons School
Ranger Tab
Air Force Retired 2
Air Force Retired 3
Air Police Arm Brassard
Air Commando
Army Staff Identification
Air Force Master Recruiting Badge
AFJROTC Instructor (Gold)
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Air Force Senior Recruiting Badge
NATO Headquarters Fourth Allied Tactical Air Force
Headquarters Squadroned Nations Command (HQUNC)
Air Force Reserve Recruiting Badge
Inspector General Staff
Cross Service Badges
Allied Command Atlantic
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Allied Forces Central
Central Command
Defense Intelligence Agency
Defense Information Systems Agency
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Joint Deployment Agency
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Northern Command
NORAD Command Badge
NSACSS Badge
Presidential Service
Secretary of Defense Service
Strategic Command (Pre 2002)
Transport Command
US European Command
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Vice Presidential Service
Squadroned States Africa Command
Supreme Headquarters Allied Forces Europe (SHAPE)
Strategic Command
Inter-American Defense Board
United States Atlantic Command
US Pacific Command
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NATO Badge
Allied Joint Forces Command Naples
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Navy Medals and Awards Reference (Mark Those Awarded)
Identify the Medals and Ribbons which have been awarded. See (7) on the Discharge Certificate When a Medal has been awarded more than once, indicate how many times.
Air Force Medal of Honor
Air Force Cross
Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Defense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross
Airman's Medal
Bronze Star
Purple Heart
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
Meritiorious Service Medal
Air Medal Aerial Achievement Medal
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Joint Service Commendation Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Joint Service Achievement Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal
Air Force Presidential Squadron Citation
Gallant Squadron Citation
Joint Meritorious Squadron Award
Air Force Meritorious Squadron Award
Outstanding Squadron Award
Organizational Excellence Award
Prisoner of War Medal
Combat Readiness Medal
Air Force Good Conduct Medal
Army Good Conduct Medal
Air Reserve Meritorious Service Medal
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Outstanding Airman of The Year
Air Force Recognition Ribbon
American Defense Medal
Women's Army CORPS Service Medal
American Campaign Medal
European/African/Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
Asiatic/Pacific Campaign Medal
WWII Victory Medal
Army and Air Force World War II Occupation Medal
Medal for Humane Action
National Defense Service Medal
Korea Service Medal
Antarctica Service Medal
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Southwest Asia Service Medal
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Kosovo Campaign
Afghanistan Campaign Medal
Iraq Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism (Expeditionary)
Global War on Terrorism (Service)
Korea Defense Service Medal
Armed Forces Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal
Air and Space Campaign
Air Force Overseas Short Tour
Air Force Overseas Long Tour
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon
Longevity Service Award
Military Training Instructor Ribbon
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Air Force Recruiting Ribbon
Armed Forces Reserve Medal
NCO Professional Military Education Graduate
Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon
Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon
Air Force Training Ribbon
Philippine Defense Medal
Philippine Liberation Medal
Philippine Independence Medal
Philippine Presidential Squadron Citation
Korean Presidential Squadron Citation
Vietnam Gallantry Cross
Vietnam Presidential Squadron Citation
Vietnam Wound Medal
RVN Armed Forces Honor Medal
Vietnam Gallantry Cross Squadron Citation
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Vietnam Civil Actions Squadron Citation
Squadroned Nations Service Medal
Squadroned Nations Medal
NATO Medal
NATO Kosovo Medal
Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
Multinational Force & Observers Medal
Inter-American Defense Board Medal
Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia)
Kuwait Liberation Medal (Emirate of Kuwait)
Republic of Korea War Service Medal
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Reflections On Military Service Written Interview Questions
What influenced your decision to join the military?
Whether you were in the service for several years or as a career, please describe the direction or path you took. What was your reason for leaving?
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If you participated in any military operations, including combat, humanitarian and peacekeeping operations, please describe those which were the most significant to you and, if life-changing, in what way.
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Of all your duty stations or unit assignments, which one do you have fondest memories of and why? Which one was your least favorite?
From your entire service, including combat, describe the personal memories which have impacted you most?
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What achievement(s) are you most proud of from your military career? If you received any medals, awards, formal presentations or qualification badges for significant achievement or valor, please describe how these were earned.
Of all the medals, awards, formal presentations and qualification badges you received, or any other memorabilia, please describe those which are the most meaningful to you and why?
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Which individual(s) from your time in the military stand out as having the most positive impact on you and why?
Please recount the names of friends you served with, at which location, and what you remember most about them. Indicate those you are already in touch with and those you would like to make contact with.
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Can you recount a particular incident(s) from your service which may or may not have been funny at the time, but still makes you laugh?
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What profession did you follow after your military service and what are you doing now? If you are currently serving, what is your present occupational specialty?
What military associations are you a member of, if any? What specific benefits do you derive from your memberships?
How has military service influenced the way you have approached your life and career?
What advice would you have for those that are still serving?
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Military Photographs
Photo #1
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #2
Title of Photo: Approximate Year: People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #3
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
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Military Photographs
Photo #4
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #5
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo: Description:
Photo #6
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo: Description:
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Military Photographs
Photo #7
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo: Description:
Photo #8
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #9
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
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Military Photographs
Photo #10
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #11
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
Photo #12
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
Description:
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Military Photographs
Photo #13
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo: Description:
Photo #14
Title of Photo: Approximate Year:
People in Photo:
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Photo #15
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Suggested Video Interview Questions
1: Early Years: Tell me about your early years in the service. Who or what influenced you to join the military? Where did you go to boot camp/ officer training and what memories do you have from that time? 2: Service Years or War Years: Briefly tell me about your career path. What was your first unit assignment and where were you located? What were your subsequent assignments? Your main military occupation was that of infantryman (substitute other occupation). Tell us a little bit about particular military equipment you worked with and any associated special memories. You participated in combat operations in Vietnam (substitute war or type of operation specific to your Veteran). Can you recall the most significant of those operations, the role you played and specific memories you hold to this day of what happened? Your received a Purple Heart (substitute for other significant medal or award specific to your Veteran). How was this earned and what special meaning does this have for you? You left the service in 19XX. What influenced your decision to leave? 3: Special Memories: Which individual(s) from your time in the military stand out as having the most positive impact on you and why? Can you recount the names of friends you served with and what do you remember most about them? Of all your duty stations or assignments, which ones do you have fondest memories of and why? Can you describe a particular incident(s) from your service which may or may not have been funny at the time, but still makes you laugh? What achievement(s) are you most proud of from your time in the military?
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Record and Upload Your Video To YouTube And Veterans Military Service Page
1: Prepare Your Veterans Interview
a) Prepare your questions in advance, based on the guidelines on the previous page and show them to your Veteran. Modify your questions to suit.
b) Have your Veteran seated comfortably in a quiet room with no background noise.
c) Decide on your recording device – smartphone, tablet or video camera are all suitable.
However the recording device must be held steady. If possible it is better that another person or tripod holds the recording device which enables the interviewer and your Veteran to concentrate on the interview without distraction.
2: Recording Your Veterans Interview
a) The interview should be ideally be 30 minutes to 60 minutes long.
b) Introduce your Veteran and include the date of the interview and where it was made.
c) Ask your questions sequentially with a pause in between each question. Let your Veteran reminisce as much as they like. Keep the atmosphere similar to a relaxed conversation.
d) Look for a story within a story. If a memory is recalled that would prompt an unplanned question, feel free to ask this.
3: Uploading Your Video To YouTube
a) Most recorded video files are extremely large – anywhere from 3 to 5 GB. YouTube is a
very convenient place to upload your video and share this very easily using the YouTube shared video address for your video.
b) To upload your video to YouTube, you need to have a YouTube account which is very
easy to set up. Go to http://YouTube.com and click on “Sign In” at the top right of the web page. If you do not already have a YouTube account you can create one by clicking on “Create Account”.
c) Once you upload your video file to your YouTube Page, you will be able to view this on YouTube. Click on the “Share” link underneath your video to obtain your videos YouTube web address. This web address will be in a form similar to https://youtu.be/zgOWBXAUeAU.
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4. Posting Your Video To Your Veterans Military Service Page on Together We Served
a) This YouTube web address is what you will use to post your video on your Veterans Military Service Page on Together We Served.
b) Log in to http://TogetherWeServed.org and go to your Veterans Military Service Profile
Page.
c) Click on the “Upload Reflections Video” link in the Service Reflections section of the Profile Page. A popup will appear. Enter your YouTube web address in the designated YouTube field and click on “Save”.
d) Your video is now available for viewing.
e) Any questions contact our Live Member Help Desk at the bottom left of your Together We Served website.
Post a Scanned Copy of Your Veterans DD-214 Discharge Certificate
1/ On your Veterans Military Service Page, just under your Veterans Service Photo, click on the “DD-214” link. This allows you to upload a scanned copy of your Veterans Discharge Certificate most commonly called “DD Form 214”. 2/ After you have scanned your Veterans DD-214, please blank out the “Service Number” at the top of the form in the event this is a Social Security Number. If you don’t know how to do this don’t worry, our Administrators will do this for you before approving the DD-214 for upload.
View Your Veterans Shadow Box and Order Poster Print
Viewing Your Veterans Military Service Shadow Boxes and Timeline On your Veterans Military Service Page, just under your Veterans Service Photo, there are three links you can click on:
a) Shadow Box – Summary of Complete Military Service
b) Reflections Shadow Box – Summary of Complete Military Service plus Memories
c) Military Service Timeline – Timeline Presentation of Complete Military Service
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2/ Shadow Box and Timeline presentations are fully illustrated with all insignia, medals, badges and patches. 3/ Each time you update your Veterans Military Service Page, their Shadow Boxes and Timeline automatically update. Sharing Your Veterans Military Service Shadow Boxes and Timeline 1/ Click on the link above your Veterans Shadow Box frame entitled: “Share your Shadow Box or adjust your Shadow Box settings HERE.” Now you can:
a) Customize the presentation of your Shadow Boxes.
b) Switch your privacy settings from “Private” to “Shared”
c) Obtain your personal web addresses for each Shadow Box or Timeline you can share with family or friends.
Printing Your Veterans Military Service Shadow Box 1/ You can order a high resolution, 18” wide Poster Print of your Veterans Shadow Box by clicking on the “Order Poster Print” button above your Veterans Shadow Box frame. Your poster is professionally printed on quality satin finish photo paper and delivered to your door in strong cardboard tube. 2/ You have the option to frame your Shadow Box Poster Print and hang this on your wall.