how can a generel discharge (under honorable conditions) get turned into an honorable discharge?

Question

who do i need to contact?

Answer 1

How To Apply

Application is a simple process. You should use a DD Form 293, Application for the Review of Discharge or Dismissal from the Armed Forces of the United States. In addition to downloading the form, The DD Form 293 is available at most DoD installations and regional offices of the Veterans Administration, or by writing to:

Army Review Boards Agency (ARBA), ATTN: Client Information and Quality Assurance, Arlington, VA 22202-4508

Telephonic assistance is available at 1-703-607-1600

You should complete the form very carefully by typing or printing the requested information. Where to Send the Form

Mail the completed DD Form 293 to the appropriate address:

ARMY: Army Review Boards Agency, Support Division, St. Louis, ATTN: SFMR-RBR-SL, 9700 Page Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63132-5200

NAVY & MARINE CORPS: Naval Council of Personnel Boards, 720 Kennon Street, S.E., Rm. 309 (NDRB), Washington Navy Yard, DC 20374-5023

AIR FORCE: SAF/MIBR, 550-C Street West, Suite 40, Randolph AFB, TX 78150-4742

COAST GUARD: Commandant (G-WPM), 2100 Second Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20593-0001

Answer 2

You need to make application to your service's board for correction of military records. But, you have to come armed with evidence that the original decision of the command which issued you that discharge was in error. You might be able to get some help from your local American Legion or VFW post.

Answer 3

Contact any US Veterans Group such as the American Legion or AMVETS or contact a US Military Recruiter!!