No, but they can be used in the same fashion sometimes. DD 1300 is report of casualty, the person is already deceased and can be used whenever proof of death is required. The DD 214 is the discharge papers, needed for everything and eventually for death benefits.
Yes
Signifies an Honorable Discharge from Active Service, Given along with a DD-form 214
It is a certificate that indicates honorable discharge. It is used by services in addition to the DD 214 and has a service designation at the end of it (i.e. DD 256 AF or DD 256 CG).
Robert A. Woolwine
yes, it should be reflected on the DD Form 214
What is the difference between a dd-214 and a dd-256af
you can request a copy at www.archives.gov.
The first DD 214 was issued in 1950 replacing the WD AGO and the NAVPERS. It is a form that states a release from active duty and a reason for the release.
On a DD-214 form.
DD214 is the discharge form. DD256 is the discharge certificate.
no, but from his DD Form 214, which all military receive at time of leaving service. a DD form 214 will show type of discharge given...............
Ask to see his DD-214. No DD-214=no service.
Chapter 4 on DD-214