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DA Form 591 Application for Initial (Educational) Delay From Entry on Active Duty and Supplemental Agreement
What Is DA Form 591?
This is a military form that was released by the U.S. Department of the Army (DA) on October 1, 1985. The form, often mistakenly referred to as the DD Form 591, is a military form used by and within the U.S. Army. As of today, no separate instructions for the form are provided by the DA.
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Q: What is DA Form 591?
A: DA Form 591 is an application for initial (educational) delay from entry on active duty and supplemental agreement.
Q: What is the purpose of DA Form 591?
A: The purpose of DA Form 591 is to request a delay from entering active duty for the purpose of pursuing educational opportunities.
Q: Who uses DA Form 591?
A: DA Form 591 is used by individuals who are planning to join the military but want to delay their entry to complete their education first.
Q: What information is required on DA Form 591?
A: DA Form 591 requires personal information, educational plans, reason for requesting the delay, and any additional agreements or commitments.
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