Where can a person find the official history of assignments during their Navy career?

The official history of assignments during a Navy career can be found in the Electronic Service Record and the Official Military Personnel File. The Electronic Service Record is the digital version of a service member's complete personnel file, which includes assignment history, performance evaluations, training records, and other essential documentation related to their military career. This record is maintained and updated throughout a service member’s career and provides a comprehensive overview of their assignments.

The Official Military Personnel File contains essential documents that support a service member's career, including information on assignments, promotions, and other personnel actions. It serves as an official record and can be accessed when needed for various purposes, such as awards, promotions, benefits, or transferring services.

In contrast, while the Military Personnel Records System is important for tracking records, it is more of a system than a dedicated source for an individual's specific history. The Department of Defense Database contains broader military information but does not serve as a specific repository for an individual’s assignment history. The Navy Recruit Training Command is primarily focused on the initial training and indoctrination of recruits and does not maintain records of individuals' entire careers once they have advanced beyond the training phase.