APTO on World War II discharge papers stands for "Assembled for Transportation." It indicates that the individual was processed for discharge and was awaiting transportation to their home or next assignment. This designation was part of the administrative procedures for soldiers returning from service.
the wd stands for 'war departmnet' not sure about the rest though sorry. can you ask him?
"Ryukyus GO 105 WD 45" on World War II discharge papers indicates the soldier served in the Ryukyu Islands during the Okinawa Campaign, which was part of the broader Pacific Theater. "GO" stands for "General Order," while "WD" refers to the War Department, and "45" signifies the year 1945, when the campaign occurred. This notation helps detail the specific theater of operation and the context of the service during the war.
ERC stands for "Enlisted Reserve Corps". My dad was ERC from the date he took the induction oath until the day he entered active service (one week).
Well, isn't that a happy little question! "RR 1-1" on World War 2 US Army discharge papers refers to the Army Regulation that allowed soldiers to be honorably discharged due to physical or mental health reasons. It's important to remember that each soldier's journey is unique, and this notation simply reflects the care and respect given to those who served.
The ASR (Armed Services Rating) score of 71 on an honorable discharge paper indicates the service member's overall performance and conduct during their military service, with higher scores generally reflecting better performance. The "2 sep 45" likely refers to the date of separation from service, which is September 2, 1945. An honorable discharge signifies that the individual completed their service satisfactorily, meeting the standards set by the military.
No dependents.
regular army
You would have to specify where on the discharge papers (I'm assuming you're referring to a DD-214) it's found at.
The discharge papers, you mean? Depends on the hospital or clinic where it's performed.
MKM (marksmansip) on M1 rifle.
the wd stands for 'war departmnet' not sure about the rest though sorry. can you ask him?
It probably means that the individual was entitled to the Purple Heart but,none was available for issue at that time.
Hx is an abbreviation for history.Hx means medical history on documents such as discharge papers and shot records.
"Ryukyus GO 105 WD 45" on World War II discharge papers indicates the soldier served in the Ryukyu Islands during the Okinawa Campaign, which was part of the broader Pacific Theater. "GO" stands for "General Order," while "WD" refers to the War Department, and "45" signifies the year 1945, when the campaign occurred. This notation helps detail the specific theater of operation and the context of the service during the war.
ERC stands for "Enlisted Reserve Corps". My dad was ERC from the date he took the induction oath until the day he entered active service (one week).
Certificates of Disability Discharge....used in WWII...you will see it on Discharge Papers as Honorable CDD..... usually, the soldier/sailor would have qualified for some level of VA disability pay with a CDD. No guarantee the pay would last for life...some just for a few years after the war.
Well, isn't that a happy little question! "RR 1-1" on World War 2 US Army discharge papers refers to the Army Regulation that allowed soldiers to be honorably discharged due to physical or mental health reasons. It's important to remember that each soldier's journey is unique, and this notation simply reflects the care and respect given to those who served.