When did Jimi Hendrix leave the army?

Jimi Hendrix was discharged from the U.S. Army on June 29, 1962. He had enlisted in 1961 but was given an honorable discharge after serving about a year, primarily due to his struggles with military life and his growing passion for music. After leaving the army, he focused on his music career, which would eventually lead to his legendary status as a guitarist and performer.