FOIA Richard Menhart Army retired Colonel

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:

The Army Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) for Richard L Menhart including form DD-214, all officer Evaluation Reports such as DA FORM 67-9 / DA FORM 67-10, Record of previous assignments form, dates of promotion, final active duty portrait, certificates, unit assignments, all training courses/military education received, full military awards and all citations.

Mr Richard L Menhart claims service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer between approximately 1991-2014, final rank Colonel. claimed numerous awards and decorations including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Army commendation medal, Purple Heart, Army achievement medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Valorous unit award, Presidential unit citation, Overseas Ribbon, Military Free Fall Parachutist Badge and Pathfinder badge. Claims to have participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Served with 325th Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division. Specifically request a copy of award citations including unit awards. Please redact any sensitive information protected in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974.

PLEASE NOTE: I represent the general public and thus do not know the military service number. Please process my request for this servicemember's OMPF and other records under the Freedom of Information Act’s relevant provisions. His distinguished military service is a matter of public concern. I also request that, if appropriate, fees be waived as I believe this request is in the public interest. The requested documents will be processed by a representative of the news media/press.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Eric Bradley

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army.
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure.
The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army.
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure.
The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army and awards auhtorized.
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure.
The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army and awards auhtorized.
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure.
The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army and awards auhtorized.
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure.
The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army and awards authorized.
Full name RICHARD LEE MENHART. Birth date 02/12/1969. Commissioned 1991. Retired from US Army in 2016
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure. Mr Menhart is now Vice President CACI International Inc which does extensive business with US Government and has been awarded contracts funded by US Taxpayers.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric

Subject: FOIA Appeal FA-19-0955 U.S. Army Human Resources Command concerning Richard Menhart

To whom it may concern,

I hereby request a formal appeal of denial per FA-19-0955 concerning Richard L Menhart as provided by U.S. Army Human Resources
Command.
Mr. Menhart has claimed service in the United States Army as a commissioned officer, final rank O-6 Colonel. The public has a right to verify service dates for this veteran of the United States Army and awards authorized.
Full name RICHARD LEE MENHART. Birth date 02/12/1969. Commissioned 1991. Retired from US Army in 2016
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of all award citations in OMPF, history of assignments, ranks, dates of promotions, training courses/certificates, military education, transfers, unit assignments and form DD-214. The information will validate Mr. Alexander's military service. Officer Evaluation reports can be withheld. no personal information such as SSN or medical information has been requested. The military award citations do not contain any classified information and are public records. A listing of authorized awards/decorations is not classified information or considered privacy sensitive. Any sensitive information can be redacted per Privacy Act of 1974.
Subject has stated on record his service with the United States Army and has claimed numerous awards including Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and others. Claims military education from Unite States Marine Command and Staff College. Please refer to pdf attachment Army Bio. Mr Richard L Menhart has given a public speech at the University of North Carolina UNC-Chapel Hill with students and members of public. Mr Menhart is considered a public figure. Mr Menhart is now Vice President CACI International Inc which does extensive business with US Government and has been awarded contracts funded by US Taxpayers.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records it believes "could be reasonably expected to or would result in a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy". I believe this to be false and inaccurate as the subject is already claiming publicly his former military credentials and experience publicly. Pdf copy attached. Military Award citations do not infringe on subject's personal privacy.

The U.S. Army Human Resources Command has withheld records claiming exemption per "10 U.S.C. § 130c, to protect sensitive information of foreign governments and international sources and methods and 50 U.S.C. § 3024(i), to protect intelligence sources and methods". I believe this to be false and inaccurate. The Official Military Personnel File including award citations do not and should not contain any classified information nor sensitive intelligence information which would be a violation of Executive Order 13526. Listing of authorized awards, dates of Ranks/promotions and dates of service do not pose a threat to US intelligence sources and methods or affect sensitive information of foreign governments. I believe withholding the requested records is unwarranted.

The subjects background and military experience are a matter of public concern. The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for any commercial purposes. Please process my request for this service member's OMPF under the Freedom of Information Act.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this appeal.

Sincerely,
Eric