ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711410
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the record of consideration of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711415
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711421
On 27 October 1978, the applicant was discharged in pay grade of E-1 under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 14. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations it is concluded:1. The applicant has submitted no additional evidence to show why his discharge should be further upgraded to fully honorable.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711423
If he did not agree with the type of discharge, he could request review by the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB), the request to be received by that board within 15 years of the effective date of his discharge. On 11 July 1962, the applicant was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-208, with a discharge under other than honorable conditions. Army Regulation 635-208, in effect at the time, set forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711436
He completed 11 years of formal education. On 13 March 1963, a medical evaluation board found the applicant medically unfit for gout, EPTS, and recommended separation. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded:1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711452
He completed 8 years of formal education. Conviction and discharge, as affirmed, were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which the applicant was convicted. Although the Board takes cognizance of the applicant’s good post-service conduct, this factor does not warrant the relief requested and it would not be appropriate to change the records to show that the applicant was discharged with other than a bad...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711463
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that the general/under honorable conditions discharge (GD), granted by the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB), be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge (HD); that the narrative reason for discharge be changed to expiration of term of service (ETS); that the reentry (RE) code be changed to RE-1, fully eligible to reenlist; that the applicant be paid all travel, leave, and other pay forfeited due to the original discharge and all regular pay to the date of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711464
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether the application was filed within the time established by statute, and if not, whether it would be in the interest of justice to waive the failure to timely file. The applicant states that she was raped during her military service, was not allowed an attorney, or even counseling, but sent back to her unit, which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711465
: The applicant’s military records show:He was born on 2 June 1949. On 10 July 1969, the applicant accepted NJP under Article 15, UCMJ for being absent without leave (AWOL) from 3 - 8 July 1969. On 28 July 1970, the applicant was discharged, with a discharge UOTHC , in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711469
On 5 January 1961, the applicant was convicted by a special court-martial of assault on his superior non-commissioned officer by attempting to hit him with his fist and being disrespectful in language towards that non-commissioned officer. On 12 October 1961, the appropriate authority approved the recommendation. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552(b), provides that applications for correction of military records must be filed within 3 years after discovery of the alleged error or injustice.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711471
He contends that between the time of his selection for promotion and his retirement on 31 August 1995, he was discriminated against for selection for a valid AGR colonel position by the Chief, Army Reserve (CAR), and the officers who comprise the lieutenant colonel (LTC) promotable/colonel Order of Merit Boards which convened in 1992, 1993 1994 and 1995. The Applicant contends that the CAR selection process for assignment of AGR LTC promotable officers is flawed and as a result, he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711472
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the record of consideration of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711474
APPLICANT REQUESTS : That his discharge under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) be upgraded to honorable. On 6 November 1978, he was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 10, for the good of the service with a discharge UOTHC. The applicant has failed to submit evidence that would satisfy the aforementioned requirement and, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, it is presumed that the discharge proceedings were conducted in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711475
Public Law 96-402, dated 9 October 1980 allowed, under certain conditions, a retiree rated totally disabled by the VA to suspend his participation in the SBP. b. reimbursing the applicant the appropriate cost refund for the period 1 December 1982 – 1 October 1997; c. paying the applicant’s spouse the cost refund for the period prior to 1 December 1982 upon his death.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711476
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. The applicant requests...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711480
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On this document the applicant waived his right to the following: military counsel; a hearing before a board of officers; his right to a psychiatric examination; and he elected not to submit a statement in his own behalf. The applicant’s record of service does not meet the criteria for an under honorable conditions discharge by current Army regulations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711482
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711486
APPLICANT STATES : That he enlisted for training in military occupational specialty (MOS) 52B. The applicant received an Enlisted Evaluation Report (EER) for the period March - July 1978, during which period he worked in duty MOS 63B. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711487
APPLICANT REQUESTS : In effect, appropriate back pay and decorations to reflect his service in a combat zone. While assignment to certain locations in Germany does entitle enlisted members to foreign duty pay, Chapter 17 of the Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation requires the individual be assigned to that location. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711494
Information herein was obtained from the record of his trial by court-martial and other sources.He was born on 21 December 1922. st Infantry Band shows the applicant and his friend were both assigned to that unit at least until 3 June 1941, when the applicant was reassigned.An informal investigation prior to the applicant’s general court-martial revealed that on 18 December 1942, the applicant was convicted by a special court-martial of taking a government vehicle and wrongfully applying it...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711499
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. On 29 April 1965 the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711509
APPLICANT REQUESTS : That his bad conduct discharge be upgraded to a general discharge. On 25 May 1988, the applicant was discharged, with a bad conduct discharge, pursuant to his general court-martial sentence. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded:1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711519
APPLICANT REQUESTS : Correction of appropriate military records to show a reentry eligibility (RE) code of “1.” In effect, this constitutes a request for removal or waiver of those disqualifications which preclude reenlistment. On 25 November 1996, the applicant’s commander initiated separation proceedings under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 9, Alcohol Rehabilitation Failure. The complete separation proceedings are not available.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711525
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that when he returned from Vietnam he was an alcoholic and had a lot of psychological problems. He served in Vietnam and was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The type and character of separation issued upon separation from current enlistment or period of service will be determined solely by the member’s military record during that enlistment or period of service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711529
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 97115291
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711530
He then served with the U. S. Army Reserve and the Minnesota Army National Guard (MNARNG) and entered active duty with the MNARNG on 1 December 1977, as an Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) recruiter until his retirement. On 1 October 1993, he requested IG action on one of those concerns. On 11 August 1994, the applicant filed a complaint with the NGB IG Office outlining the above concerns, plus stating that the other E-9 who was considered by the STCB was given another, created-just-for-him,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711540
On 11 September 1989, the appropriate authority approved the recommendation, directed the soldier be discharged under Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 5-11 and that he receive an uncharacterized (Entry Level Status) discharge. He had completed 2 months and 10 days of creditable active service on this enlistment with no lost time. Medical proceedings, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by appropriate military medical authority within 6...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711555
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether the application was filed within the time established by statute, and if not, whether it would be in the interest of justice to waive the failure to timely file. On 19 November 1963, the appropriate separation authority approved the applicant’s discharge and directed he be reduced to pay grade E-1 and issued an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711560
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant’s military records show:He was born on 24 November 1952. The applicant was advised of the effects of a discharge under other than honorable conditions and that he might be deprived of many or all Army and Veterans Administration benefits. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may, at any time after the charges have...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711564
On 12 February 1973, the applicant was convicted by a special court-martial of being AWOL from 14 February to 13 June 1972 and from 17 July 1972 to 4 January 1973. On 5 April 1977, the applicant was discharged in pay grade E-1 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 10, discharge in lieu of trial by court-martial. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711577
The Distinguished Service Cross is awarded to a person who, while serving in any capacity in the Army, distinguished himself or herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying award of the Medal of Honor. There is no evidence of record, and the applicant has provided no evidence, to show that he was considered for or recommended for the Medal of Honor. The Board notes that the award approval authority for the Distinguished Service Cross in this case was the four star general officer in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711583
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct the applicant’s records to show that he served from 1 October 1990 to 5 April 1991, and that he was awarded the SWASM and KLM for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711584
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted on 28 June 1988 for a period of 4 years. The applicant was separated without the benefit of having his permanent military records present at the time of his separation which resulted in absence of information being placed on his DD Form 214 at that time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711587
In accordance with Army Regulation 15-185, the application and the available military records pertinent to the corrective action requested were reviewed to determine whether to authorize a formal hearing, recommend that the records be corrected without a formal hearing, or to deny the application without a formal hearing if it is determined that insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of probable material error or injustice. On 9 January 1984, his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711597
The applicant requests that his report of separation (DD Form 214) dated 8 July 1993 be corrected to show that he received $7,117.92 in separation pay. The applicant states that he received $7,117.92 in separation pay; however, his DD Form 214 shows that he received $10,017.92. BOARD VOTE :
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711598
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 be corrected to show his primary specialty was 13F2P, which he held for 4 years and 1 month. He also requests that his reentry eligibility (RE) code be changed. Army Regulation 601-210 was updated effective 28 March 1995.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711601
APPLICANT REQUESTS : In effect, that his military records be corrected to show entitlement to a 15-year retirement (early retirement plan) or, as an alternative, that he requested and received a voluntary separation in support of the Army drawdown and entitlement to the voluntary separation incentive (VSI) in lieu of the fiscal year 1992 (FY92) reduction-in-force (RIF) selection for involuntary separation. The full separation pay authorized to those officers who were involuntarily separated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711615
The applicant’s request was made only after he had been advised, by his appointed military counsel, of the basis for the contemplated trial by court-martial; the maximum permissible punishment authorized under the UCMJ; of the possible effects of a UD if the request were approved; and of the procedures and rights available to him. On 19 May 1978 the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade to his discharge and found that the discharge process was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711618
On 13 November 1987, the applicant underwent a mental status evaluation. On 29 December 1987, she was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 13, unsatisfactory performance, with a general discharge. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711635
The DD Form 214 documents that the applicant was discharged with a UD on 2 February 1970 after completing 1 year and 10 months of active military service, and accruing 106 days of time lost due to AWOL and confinement. On 22 September 1972 the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade to his discharge and found that the discharge process was proper in all respects. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711640
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant’s military records show:He enlisted in the Regular Army on 29 July 1980. On 23 November 1986, the applicant was given a certificate of military service to show he received an honorable discharge on 30 June 1983. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded:1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711643
On 19 March 1993 the 122 nd ARCOM requested that the 271 st Maintenance Company initiate action to remove the applicant from his ART position based on his reassignment from that unit [loss of dual status with the 271 st ]. The official from USARCOM repeated the information concerning the applicant’s assignment to the 271 st , acceptance and appointment as a CSM, assignment to the 810 th , imminent loss of his civilian position at the 271 st , withdrawal from the CSM program, and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711669
On 3 June 1970, the commander notified the applicant that he was being considered for separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 for unsuitability. In order to justify correction of a military record the applicant must show to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise satisfactorily appear, that the record is in error. Considering the applicant’s conviction by one special and one summary court-martial plus his three Article 15s, acts of indiscipline covering more...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711672
On 4 April 1985, the applicant accepted non-judicial punishment (NJP) under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) for disobeying a lawful order from his superior non-commissioned officer and being disrespectful in language towards the same. On 25 June 1985, the applicant completed a separation physical and was found qualified for separation. On 15 January 1997, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for an upgraded discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711673
: The applicant’s military records show:On 28 March 1972, he enlisted in the Regular Army. On 7 March 1974, the applicant received a counseling statement concerning his conduct. On 7 August 1974, the applicant’s commander initiated separation proceedings under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 13 for unsuitability, apathy.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711675
Counsel then reiterated the applicant’s explanation for the other incidents of alleged unsatisfactory performance and misconduct which were cited as a basis for her discharge. On 21 April 1997 the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request to upgrade her discharge and to change the reason and authority of her discharge. The applicant has made a multitude of allegations against fellow enlisted soldiers, NCO’s in her former command, and her former commander, but has not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711684
The applicant first went AWOL 31 March 1968. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded: 1. Conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which the applicant was convicted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711687
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Accordingly, on 15 October 1973 the applicant was discharged after completing 8 months and 17 days of active military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY1997 | 9711689
The applicant requests correction of his records to show an honorable discharge; award of the Prisoner of War (POW) Medal, possible award of the Medal of Honor, “return of Purple Heart” and any other awards to which he is entitled; and, in effect, correction of his records to show possible toxic chemical exposure and a disability discharge. There is no evidence the applicant was considered for or recommended for award of the Medal of Honor at the time of his service in Vietnam. There are...