Thread by @StolenValor1

A🧵: Public Information Release on Timothy Patrick Sheehy's Military Records:

Several months ago, in response to a growing number of inquiries, I filed several Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for the military service records of Tim Sheehy @SheehyforMT , following numerous emails, direct messages, and tags I received about his service.

Given Mr. Sheehy's background as a recently retired Navy SEAL, accessing his records involved navigating complex classification layers due to the sensitive nature of his missions and took longer than simple records requests.

As expected, the process was categorized as "Complex," and "Unusual Circumstances" requiring a demonstration of significant public interest in the record's release, and review by several different legal officials. Attached is the initial response from the Navy, indicating the path my request had to follow.

The U.S. Navy has partially approved and partially denied my request. I was provided with the option to appeal the redactions or omissions in the documents. However, I chose not to appeal as the key documents necessary for public understanding were provided, and I respect the imperatives of national security concerning Tier 1 operations. Also, an appeal would not have been approved due to the nature of the documents being classified.

These documents have been meticulously reviewed through various channels to ensure the protection of classified information. They have been officially approved for public release by the Legal Counsel at the U.S. Navy Bureau of Naval Personnel.

Although some documents may still bear labels such as "For Official Use Only" (FOUO) or indicate privacy sensitivity, they have undergone the necessary redactions and legal processes to be lawfully disclosed to the public.

Attached is the cover sheet explaining the reasons for redactions and non-releaseable documents, and the email notifying me of the track my request would be taking. It mostly cites National Security, Sensitivity, and the privacy of others mentioned in the documents.

According to the records provided:

Enlistment Date: Mr. Sheehy enlisted in the United States Navy on May 23, 2008.

Active Duty Service: He served actively and was honorably discharged from SDVT-1 and Active Duty on August 31, 2014, and transferred to the Reserves.

Reserve Transition: Post-active duty, he transitioned to the Navy Reserve and subsequently to the Navy Standby Reserve-Inactive (USNR-S2).

Discharge Details: His military contract had no remaining service obligation when he moved to the Standby Reserve.

Mr. Sheehy was Honorably Discharged on February 1, 2019, as outlined in NAVPERS 1070/613(See Attached Documents). This document indicates that officers in the Standby Reserve-Inactive are typically discharged after one year if they do not return to an active status.

These details reflect standard military procedures for service members transitioning from active duty through to reserve components and eventual discharge. Please refer to the attached document for further clarification.

Mr. Sheehy was an active SEAL who served in combat, receiving several Valor Awards and a Purple Heart. He was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat in Afghanistan on April 25, 2012.

I know there have been questions as to what injuries he sustained for the Purple Heart but this was not released to us in his records, nor was his Bronze Star with Valor Citation or Certificate.

Due to the very nature of JSOC operations, it is not uncommon for award citations/write-ups to be classified for some years.

Privacy of Medical Information: Details regarding the nature of his injuries leading to the Purple Heart are also not disclosed to comply with Privacy and HIPAA regulations, which protect medical information from public disclosure.

The response letter I received with these records referenced several of the above reasons for the redactions and unreleasable documents.

Documentation: I have attached copies of his DD214, DD214-C, and the Purple Heart certificate. These documents confirm his service accolades and the receipt of the Purple Heart.

Here is a comprehensive list of his military awards.

Note that while I have some certificates available, certain citations and certificates, including those for the Bronze Star with Valor and Purple Heart Citation, are withheld under [5 U.S.C 552(b)(3)] to protect sensitive information and the privacy of other individuals mentioned within those documents.

List of Awards:

1. National Defense Service Medal
2. Expert 9MM Pistol
3. Expert M16/M4 Rifle
4. Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
5. Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (3 awards)
6. Iraq Campaign Medal (Service: 26DEC09-05APR10)
7. Joint Service Commendation Medal
8. Afghanistan Campaign Medal (2 awards: 11JUN10-30SEP10 and 08JAN12-05JUN12)
9. Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
10. Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
11. Joint Service Commendation Medal with Combat "V"
12. Combat Action Ribbon (2 awards)
13. Navy Expeditionary Medal
14. Meritorious Unit Commendation
15. NATO Medal
16. Army Commendation Medal
17. Bronze Star Medal with Valor
18. Purple Heart

Below are some of the available certificates for these awards.

To conclude this thread, I want to emphasize that this review of Mr. Tim Sheehy's military records was conducted with the sole intent of providing factual information to the public based on his military record alone.

I aim to present an unbiased analysis based strictly on the documentation I have been provided through the USN and based solely on his military career. This investigation did not pursue any personal or political agenda but sought to clarify the details of Mr. Sheehy's military service for those who asked me to do this.

Any interpretation of these facts should be made with the understanding that military service records reflect one aspect of an individual's life and contributions. The information shared here is intended to inform, not to endorse or critique, allowing everyone to form their own opinions based on verified facts alone.

Thanks for everyone's support, now it's time to drink some coffee and 'relax'... END THREAD