Anyone know how to get proof of a deployment

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 08:33:22 -0500

Trying to update a Soldiers ERB to reflect a 2008 deployment but S1 says I need his orders.  He says he doesn't have any and doesn't know where they went.  It was 15 months.  I refuse to believe the army can't prove he was deployed to be able to reflect this on his erb but thats what my S1 says.  Has anyone had this issue or know how to resolve this.  We already checked mobcop and they have some of his  orders but not the one I am looking for.

Response by SFC Michael Hasbun made Feb 5 at 2014 8:35 AM

SFC Michael Hasbun — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 08:35:57 -0500

Is there an award on file that includes the inclusive dates?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 5 at 2014 9:03 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 09:03:17 -0500

There is nothing in his Iperms showing his deployment? No Statement of service, Award, or official documents showing a deployment location?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 5 at 2014 9:42 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 09:42:28 -0500

SGT(P) Naylor, where was this soldier stationed? If he was in another unit, have him contact someone from there. I know during that time, there were a couple of units who had 15 month rotations.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 5 at 2014 11:36 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 05 Feb 2014 11:36:19 -0500

It's not a perfect answer, but you might want to try reaching out to the Soldier's branch at HRC. They may be able to find the orders or find other supporting documentation that may assist. If they can not do that much, they may have an alternate solution that can assist.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 6 at 2014 1:27 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 06 Feb 2014 01:27:03 -0500

While I hope this soldier is able to get this resolved using his LES, I also hope that he takes away a valuable lesson from the situation; make sure that you keep a copy of EVERYTHING that the Army gives you! No. Keep 10 copies. Better yet, make sure that you also have a digital copy in case your crazy ex-wife decides to set your house on fire.

Response by SSG V. Michelle Woods made Feb 6 at 2014 7:31 AM

SSG V. Michelle Woods — Thu, 06 Feb 2014 07:31:53 -0500

Not sure if this was already mentioned but both of my deployment orders had our entire deployment roster with names and SS#s of everyone who deployed. I suggest asking someone from your unit if they have a copy.

Side note: keeping 10 paper copies of everything is great but you can have an immediate digital copy by snapping a pic of your document, then just email it to yourself. Now you have two digital copies.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2014 1:46 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 01:46:32 -0500

Thank you for everyones responses. My 1st Sergeant is working some things to try to get this information to help us. But I really enjoyed the positive feedback and information everyone has shared. I am starting to like this site a little more each day. Its always great to have a place where your peers can help you succede and can be across the world from you as they do it. Thanks everyone

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2014 11:52 AM

1LT Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 11:52:11 -0500

Try this link: https://mobcop.army.mil/MOBCOPHome.aspx

The MOBCOP is the gatekeeper to the various DAMPS portals that store Temporary Change of Station (TCS0 orders. The one you want to look into is DAMPS-ORDERS for TCS for deployments. It requires AKO/CAC login and allows you to either view the orders online or request them from the issuing authority.

I had no proof of my deployment with my unit 09-10 and Fort Riley gave me a 48 hour turn-around on the full orders after I used this system.

Response by SGT Nathan Huff made Feb 7 at 2014 8:45 PM

SGT Nathan Huff — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 20:45:57 -0500

Since you are deployed. See if you can get into contact with his old Units S1. the one he deployed with and or look up his old units prior deployment dates. when you do reach them request documents on said prior deployment. If they give you a run around ask to talk to the S1 ADJ, he/she tends to be willing to work with some one calling and asking for information. From there verify they were deployed during said times.

Units are required to keep records for a certain amount of time. I am not sure when he deployed but I would assume it was at least three to four years ago. Which means they may not have those documents anymore.

If that is the case I would try to join S1 Net or have your S1 log into S1 net and ask around for the deployment orders.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2014 10:06 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 22:06:03 -0500

Units will give out TCS orders but I did not know what you could use LES as a proof.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 7 at 2014 10:58 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 22:58:16 -0500

Go to MOBCOP in the internet, loving with your CAC and there is supposed to be all your TCS or any deployment order. They are loaded by the issuing personnel.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 8 at 2014 2:30 AM

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 02:30:33 -0500

Use supporting documents - LES', awards or even evaluation reports. Not the first time a Soldier or NCO has had to get creative on showing deployment proof. If the S1 is stonewalling the Soldier then send them up to the next level S1. All it takes is 1 or 2 unconventional documents to show proof and it is a done deal.

I hope this gets resolved.

Response by SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 8 at 2014 9:24 AM

SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 09:24:36 -0500

If the soldier has computer access have them log on to there AKO with there CAC Card and access there OMPF. His orders should be under TCS/DeploymentMob section. If they aren't there not sure where else to look at this point.

Response by CSM Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 8 at 2014 9:43 AM

CSM Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 09:43:59 -0500

Another recommendation would be contacting your old unit commander and having them write a Memorandum for record stating when you deployed, the tour length, awards earned to include combat patches.

Response by LTC John Williams made Feb 8 at 2014 8:42 PM

LTC John Williams — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 20:42:52 -0500

Is there no DD214 available? This is the document of record for deployments.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 25 at 2015 6:18 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 06:18:59 -0500

Nay, what's going on brother?
Have him bring in an award that he should have received For That deployment, If That Fails Have Him Google MOBCOP in which he log in with his CAC and his orders should be posted there.

Response by A1C Eric Heal made Aug 20 at 2018 1:55 AM

A1C Eric Heal — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 01:55:07 -0400

I discharged in 2000 and nothing was ever entered on my deployment section of my DD214 and through divorce and other considerations I have none of my records and I've even received copies from St Louis and through my senators office..

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 15 at 2019 2:26 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 02:26:30 -0500

Also iperms should have your deployment orders

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 14 at 2019 12:35 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 00:35:13 -0400

They aren't in his IPERMS?

Response by SP5 Marc Ealy made Aug 6 at 2021 7:13 PM

SP5 Marc Ealy — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:13:14 -0400

I’m in the same boat. Deployed to Somalia for a year and I can’t prove it. I have a medal on my dd214 for the deployment but they are acting crazy about the situation.