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This isn't 100% true I sewed on Dec 20 2006 and tested 5 may 2007. I think the requirement is that you have to have SrA on for 6 Months to be able to sew on SSGT. but not to test.
I believe you are talking about what looks like a staff sergeant chevron, three stripes like a roof with a single stripe on the bottom (rocker) from WW II era. This chevron was worn by a Technician...
A Staff Seargeant is a rank in the US Army that was identified by 4 stripes worn on each arm. Three stripes pointed up and a curved stripe under them. This was one rank above the rank of Sergeant (3...
Around 42 months. Can depend on waviers, and personal action (what you put into it).
Depends on the service, your not going to make in in less than 48 typically and average is between 6 to 9 years.
If you don't, just decline the promotion board. Bear in mind that, if you plan on making a career out of the military, it's a decision which could lead to unfavourable treatment in the future.