ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057195C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show that he was discharged from the United States Army Reserve (USAR) upon completion of his 8-year statutory service obligation instead of being discharged after being twice nonselected for promotion to the rank of major. However, in a legal opinion obtained from the Air Force Reserve Command, the Director of Military Law opined, in effect, that because the applicant had been twice nonselected for promotion and had in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057199C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. 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: He states his problems started with his marriage to a woman who was already married.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057200C070420
The evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the CIB and his records should be corrected accordingly. Additionally, based on award of the CIB, the applicant is also entitled to award of the BSM and his records should be corrected accordingly. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the CIB and the BSM, based on award of the CIB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057202C070420
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. The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. 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:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057205C070420
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 | CY2001 | 2001057206C070420
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 Board considered the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057207C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: You have never completed any physical training event.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057216C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That the requirement for his entitlement to the Overseas Service Ribbon be waived and that his records be corrected to show his entitlement to marksmanship awards for the M-60, 9mm, M203 and M2 weapons qualification. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057219C070420
In addition, he indicates that the awards listed in his separation document do not include the NATO service medal he earned and that he believes he is also entitled to other awards for his Bosnia service. The evidence of record confirms the applicant completed two overseas tours of service in the FRG that totaled 5 years, 9 months, and 22 days of foreign service and that 9 months and 21 days of this foreign service was performed in Bosnia. That all of the Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057223C070420
While the applicant was a member of the 2d Engineer Battalion, it was cited twice for award of the Presidential Unit Citation; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show award of the Presidential Unit Citation with One Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster. While the applicant was a member of the 2d Engineer Battalion, it was cited for award of the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show award of the United Nations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057231C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The Board considered the following evidence: At the time of the applicant's separation the regulation provided for the issuance of an undesirable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057235C070420
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 Board considered the following evidence: That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 1 December 1967 and the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 17 February 1967 through 14 February 1969.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057236C070420
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 11 April 1988, the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057237C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM), be awarded the Purple Heart. 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:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057241C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his records be corrected to show that he was separated in pay grade E-5, and that he was awarded the Purple Heart. On 23 August 1971 the applicant accepted NJP for failing to go to his appointed place of duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057242C070420
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: The record of trial was forwarded to the United States Army Court of Military Review for appellate review. No pay records were available for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057243C070420
There is sufficient evidence to show that the applicant was wounded on 26 March 1969 while serving as an infantryman in Vietnam and that he was treated by medical personnel. Although these awards were authorized subsequent to the applicant’s separation from active duty, the Board concluded, in the interest of equity, that the applicant’s record should be corrected to include these awards at this time. RECOMMENDATION : That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057247C070420
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. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations – Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 3-7 provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057250C070420
Public Law 97-252, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA), dated 8 September 1982, established SBP for former military spouses for retiring members. Since the divorce decree stated that the FSM abandoned the applicant’s mother, the FSM presumably intended to provide spouse coverage for his new spouse rather than former spouse coverage for the applicant’s mother. His new spouse pre-deceased him and he presumably terminated his SBP coverage in March 1999 because of her death.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057251C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his military records be corrected to show the rank of corporal and that he be paid all monies to which he is entitled. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057253C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The FSM submitted a request for an upgrade of his discharge to the Army Discharge Review Board and it was denied on 19 May 1980. Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2001057253SUFFIXRECONYYYYMMDDDATE BOARDED2001/07/26TYPE OF DISCHARGE( UOTHC)DATE OF DISCHARGE19691212DISCHARGE AUTHORITYAR 635-200, chapter 10. .
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057255C070420
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That the two narrative citations contained in General Orders Number 3, dated 18 January 1945, for award of the Soldier’s Medal, be amended. The applicant’s military records contain Eighth Army Area Command General Orders Number 3, dated 18 January 1945, which show the applicant was awarded the Soldier’s Medal for heroism on 28 December 1944. There is no evidence in the available records which shows the narrative citations for award of the Soldier’s Medal contained in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057257C070420
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. A review of the records shows that on 22 November 1944, the applicant was reported as missing in action. However, there is no evidence of record that shows that he was unfit for further duty when he was discharged from the Army and that he should have been processed for discharge through medical channels.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057264C070420
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that at the time he was transferred to the United States Army Reserve (USAR) Retired Reserve he was unaware of the policy that would have allowed him to request a waiver to continue to serve in the active USAR until his mandatory retirement date (MRD) of 27 October 1993, which was authorized under the provisions of exception 13, paragraph 7-12, Army Regulations 140-10. The evidence of record confirms the applicant was promoted to LTC on 4 June 1990, and that he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057265C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his bad conduct discharge (BCD) be upgraded to a general discharge. He successfully completed his training and was transferred to Germany on 29 August 1976.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057266C070420
APPLICANT STATES : That his records show that he did have a disability and that he should have been medically discharged. A medical report prepared at the Army hospital at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, shows that the applicant was admitted to the hospital on 14 January 1988 after being examined for possible medical board evaluation because of complaints of neck and back pain since 14 June 1987 [the date of the automobile accident]. On 6 July 1993 the applicant was discharged from the Army Reserve.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057269C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The regulation in effect at the time of the applicant’s discharge from an enlisted status did not discuss the applicant’s particular circumstances one way or the other but did provide that a DD Form 214 would be issued at the time of separation to “each member of the Regular Army.” NOTE : The Army Review Boards Agency Support Division will be requested to furnish the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057272C070420
The applicant requests reconsideration of his application to correct his records by showing the award of the Korean Service Medal (KSM) on his separation documents. The applicant submits no new evidence, however, the staff of the Board has determined that applicant’s submission shows an error in fact that requires referral to the Board for review of this case. It is therefore appropriate to correct the applicant’s records to show he was awarded the Korean Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057275C070420
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. The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. However, there is no evidence in the available record nor has the applicant submitted any evidence to show that he was wounded as a result of hostile action by enemy force.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057278C070420
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 | CY2001 | 2001057279C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his discharge document be amended to reflect awards of the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), the World War II Victory Medal, and the Tanker Badge. Army Regulation 660-8-22, paragraph 5-11 provides for award of the World War II Victory Medal for military service between 7 December 1941 and 31 December 1946. In view of the foregoing, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant’s records as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057282C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 29 May 1971, he departed this unit in an AWOL status and remained absent until 7 July 1971 when he was returned to military control at Fort Polk, Louisiana. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057286C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. At the time, Army Regulation 600-45, which governed the award of Army decorations, states that for the purpose of consideration of an award of the Purple Heart, a “wound” is defined as an injury to any part of the body from an outside force, element, or agent sustained while in action in the face of the armed enemy, or as a result of a hostile act of such enemy. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057292C070420
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. Army Regulation 15-185 governs operations of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR). The Board noted the applicant’s contentions regarding his participation in the liberation of France; however, there is no evidence available to the Board which shows the applicant’s unit received campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057296C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his reentry code (RE) code 3 be changed to RE 1. The applicant’s Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), effective 16 March 1996, shows the narrative reason for separation as completion of required active service with a separation code of LBK, and a RE code 3.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057302C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his military records be corrected to show award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). The applicant’s DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Service Medal (VSM), and RVN Campaign Medal. c. by showing that he was awarded the GCM for the period from 15 May 1968 to 13 February 1970.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057304C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 30 March 1982, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request to upgrade his discharge to honorable. On 30 March 1982, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request to upgrade his discharge to honorable.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057306C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to a general discharge. Effective 13 February 1973, the applicant was separated from active duty in the pay grade of E-1 under the authority of Army Regulation 635-200, in lieu of trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057309C070420
Public Law 99-661, dated 14 November 1986, permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the member’s agreement) in those cases where the retiree had elected spouse coverage at retirement or was still on active duty and had not yet made an SBP election. The statute required he make a written request to change his coverage to former spouse (and child) coverage within one year of the date of divorce. In the absence of his doing so, his former spouse could have made a written...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057331C070420
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. The applicant provided a birth certificate that confirms the last name contained in his request is the same as his last name at birth. 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:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057338C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his military records be corrected to show the rank of corporal. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057339C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. 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: There is no evidence of record, however, and the applicant provides none to show that he had any type of medical problems at the time he was discharged in 1959.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057368C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : He makes no contentions; however, he submits two SF Forms 600 (Chronological Record of Medical Care), dated 10 January and 7 February 1990, and four SF Forms 513 (Consultation Sheet), dated 21 February 1990, 4 April and13 September 1990 and 11 January 1991. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057374C070420
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That her active duty service obligation (ADSO) be changed from 6 years, 11 months, and 12 days, to 4 years. APPLICANT STATES : She accepted a 4 year ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) scholarship incurring an 8 year military service obligation; 4 years on active duty and 4 years in the Army Reserve. I may not serve all or any part of the active duty obligation incurred by participation in this program concurrently with any other military obligation.” It also stated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057380C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that her discharge from active duty in the Army National Guard (ARNG) be voided and that she be given constructive credit for 20 years of active duty military service, with all back pay, allowances, benefits and emoluments. Therefore, the Board concludes that the applicant’s records should be corrected to show that she was neither separated from active duty or released from the AGR program on 30 April 1993, nor discharged from the ARNG and USAR on 13 June...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057383C070420
MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 March 2002 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2001057383 The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant’s submission is new evidence that requires Board consideration.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057384C070420
He also recommended that the Approving Authority approve the Appointing Authority’s recommendation provided he was satisfied: (1) that the HRH and/or Supervisor failed to establish an SOP regarding use and security of the phone;(2) that the work area had sufficient storage containers in which to lock the phone and accessories; (3) that the AMC employees could have obtained the necessary time from the painting contractor to permit them to secure the valuable government equipment; and (4) that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057385C070420
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. An award of a VA rating...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057389C070420
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, the separation pay that he should have received in 1992, or barring that, his record be corrected to show that he did not receive that separation pay. The applicant’s DD Form 214 shows that he was discharged on 7 December 1991. The DFAS included a copy of a LES dated in March 1992 that shows a separation pay of $9079.02.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057391C070420
In support of his application he submits a memorandum from his commander that indicates that he had been assigned to the 595 th Trailer Transfer Detachment from 24 October 1995 until 6 March 1999 and that the unit never received any information regarding the RRMIIP program; a copy of his RRMIIP enrollment packet; a copy of orders dated 16 May 1998 releasing him from active duty; and a copy of orders dated 23 September 1997 ordering him to active duty. During the processing of his initial...