Anyone have experience writing a LOM for a retirement award?

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:02:08 -0400

If anyone has experience writing LOMs, can you shoot me a private message? I need guidance and knowledge. Thanks

Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 31 at 2022 10:18 AM

MAJ Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:18:22 -0400

Sending you an email. I've processed 3, only 1 got approved. Mind you these were COL with over 30 years of service and multiple deployments. IT IS HARD to get approved.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 31 at 2022 10:34 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:34:22 -0400

I looked into it. I am not Audie Murphy nor wss I a former Brigade Commander. 2 or 3 Star approval needed. I got the MSM instead. If you have 3 or 4 MSMs then it's easier to get a LOM

Response by LTC John Mohor made Mar 31 at 2022 10:36 AM

LTC John Mohor — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:36:02 -0400

Best of luck writing it up SFC Thomas Livingston. I made three recommendations on three separate individuals only the first on a CSM went thru. After I learned of the “unwritten” requirements under the commands I served I had a real lesson in the “ politics” involved at getting a LOM for deserving Soldiers. Just be sure you get your COC guidance on it both written and unwritten. On the 638 it’s “see attached” then either a one page or more supporting it with another page with the proposed citation as well!

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Apr 4 at 2022 11:11 AM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 11:11:42 -0400

Good luck! Active duty Colonels and CSM's struggle to receive LOM's if they didn't command at Division or higher during their career.
I'm not saying it's impossible for a Reserve E-7, but.... Well, good luck!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2023 10:29 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 10:29:59 -0500

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