ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057529C070420
In support of his requests, he submits a copy of his USAR leave and earning statement that reflects that $531.73 was deducted for payment to a government debt, another statement that shows his debt balance as $$6,400.00, a letter from a unit administrator, and a copy of his Bachelor of Science in Accounting diploma from USC. The applicant’s military records show that he was awarded a 2-year ROTC scholarship and enrolled in the 2-year ROTC program at the USC on 28 August 1997. If the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057531C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The appropriate authority approved the recommendation for discharge on 12 September 1994. On 17 June 1998, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for a recharacterization of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057532C070420
The Board considered the following evidence: The applicant’s DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) does not show the Purple Heart or the Combat Infantryman Badge as authorized awards. Evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057536C070420
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 | 2001057537C070420
Army Regulation 635-5 and Army Regulation 635-205, in effect at the time, both provided that individuals discharged or released from active duty would be “furnished a factual record of military service rendered, the character and duration thereof, and the type of separation on DD Form 214.” In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by issuing the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057540C070420
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 STATES : That he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057542C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his general discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. The Board notes that the applicant was 20 years of age at the time of his first AWOL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057579C070420
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 records be corrected to show his promotion to pay grade E-8. During the period 12 July 1966 to 5 July 1968 (1 year, 11 months and 24 days), he served in the Army of the United States and was honorably separated in pay grade E-6.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057588C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show he was hospitalized in New Zealand for malaria, he was a member of the Infantry Cadre at Camp Croft, South Carolina in 1944/1945, his primary combat unit during World War II was the 1 st Battalion, 35 th Infantry Regiment, 25 th Infantry Division, which entitles him to the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). The award listing contained in this source publication for the 35 th Infantry Regiment, the applicant’s unit in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057590C070420
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. Army Regulation 600-8-22 also provides that the Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency and fidelity during a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. The applicant completed a qualifying period of service for an award of a second Army Good Conduct Medal on 4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057593C070420
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 | 2001057596C070420
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. The evidence of record strongly suggests that the PH was awarded to an individual assigned to the 523 rd Transportation Company and not to the applicant, who was assigned to the 504 th Ordnance Detachment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057597C070420
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 635-5, in effect at the time, provided that the DD Form 214 would be prepared for all personnel at the time of discharge, retirement or release...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057598C070420
However, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 1996 Congress authorized award of the Purple Heart to any former prisoner of war who was wounded before 25 April 1962 while held as a prisoner of war, or while being taken captive, in the same manner as a former prisoner of war who was wounded on or after that date. There is no available evidence of record to show that the applicant was wounded at the time of his capture or while he was in captivity. Therefore, correction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057601C070420
The applicant’s military records show that he entered onto active duty in the Regular Army on 12 January 1967, completed training and served as a 67N, Crew Chief, in Vietnam, for the period 20 August 1967 to 18 August 1969, while assigned to the 175 th Aviation Company. There are no orders available to the Board, which authorize award of the Air Medal to the applicant. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show award of the Aircraft Crew Member Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057602C070420
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. Although the applicant may have served as an infantryman while in Vietnam he was assigned to an Aviation Battalion and as such did not meet one of the basic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057603C070420
This rule is on the effect of the alcohol on the member's conduct, as well as the physical effect on his body. In the absence of evidence to the contrary, it is presumed that the discharge proceedings were conducted in accordance with law and regulations applicable at the time. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the applicant was given a general discharge from the Army on 23 June 1981, under the provisions of Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057606C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 23 September 1988, the applicant was notified of his HQDA bar to reenlistment under QMP and elected to submit an appeal on 26 September 1988. The applicant’s contentions are noted; however, the applicant has failed to show, through the evidence submitted with his application or the evidence of record, that his HQDA imposed bar under QMP was improper or unjust.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057607C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. By submitting the request for discharge, she acknowledged that she understood the elements of the offenses charged and was guilty of one or more of the charges against her or of lesser included offenses therein contained which also authorized the imposition of a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057608C070420
APPLICANT STATES : That the US Army Reserve Command denied his SSP in error. The applicant’s request is dated 5 May 2001 and he shows his present military status as Reserve. The evidence clearly shows that warrant officers were not included in the SSP program.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057613C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that the records of her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he changed his Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) to spouse and children coverage in a timely manner. Three options are available: (A) elect to decline enrollment and choose at age 60 whether to start SBP participation; (B) elect that a beneficiary receive an annuity if they die before age 60 but delay payment of it until the date of the member’s 60 th...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057616C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that her Report of Separation and Record of Service (NGB Form 22) be corrected to show her correct rank and pay grade of specialist/E-4 (SPC/E-4). The record also contains Orders Number 113-41, dated 1 June 1984, published by the Military Department of the State of Oklahoma, which authorized the applicant’s discharge from the ARNG, effective 27 May 1984. Army Regulation 135-178, in effect at the time, set forth the basic authority for the administrative...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057617C070420
The Board also determined that there was no evidence in the available records to show that he was ever assigned to Vietnam or that he had received a second award of the ARCOM. The documents provided by the applicant with his application at this time shows that he received an ARCOM at Fort Hood for the period of 18 July 1977 to 15 October 1978. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual was awarded the ARCOM 1 st OLC and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057618C070420
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 | CY2001 | 2001057620C070420
However, the evidence of record shows that he was reassigned to a unit for duty after his last hospitalization at Fort Sill, OK. With his physical profile he may not have been deployable to a combat area but duty in a garrison environment was not precluded by his assignment limitations. In addition, he was assigned to a unit during a period of time that unit was awarded the Valorous Unit Award, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057622C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Two military police patrolling the town noticed the German police handcuff the applicant. On 8 October 1976, the applicant was discharged with a discharge UOTHC, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, discharge in lieu of trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057623C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 10 May 1973, the separation authority approved the applicant’s request for discharge and directed an undesirable discharge. Accordingly, the applicant was discharged on 17 May 1973 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057636C070420
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: That...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057637C070420
On 9 April 1964, the board of officers convened and after considering all the evidence that was submitted, found the applicant unfit for further service and recommended an undesirable discharge. He completed 1 year, 6 months and 10 days of creditable active service.On 25 July 1969, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for a change in the type and nature of his discharge. The applicant has failed to submit evidence that would satisfy this requirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057641C070420
ROPMA also specifies that the officer’s effective date of promotion will be the Presidential approval date of the board which selected the officer. 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: The effective date of promotion for those officers remained the date the President actually approved the board and as shown on their promotion memorandums.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057659C070420
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. On 23 March 2000, the Congressman, sent a letter to the United States Army Reserve Personnel Command requesting that the applicant be transferred to the Standby Reserve (Inactive) in accordance with Army Regulation 135-133 (Ready Reserve Screening, Qualification Records System, and Change of Address Reports),...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057668C070420
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 | 2001057671C070420
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 requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant was discharged on 31...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057673C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Upon successful completion of the alternate service, former members would be granted a clemency discharge by the President of the United States, thus restoring his or her affected civil rights. While the applicant had been treated for a concussion, there is no indication that his head injury caused him to depart AWOL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057675C070420
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his 5 April 2001 discharge date be changed to 24 April 2001. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: Further, there is no evidence that shows that the authorized discharge date, contained in Orders Number 086-004, was ever formally changed or rescinded prior to the applicant’s separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057679C070420
On 6 June 1980, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) reviewed the applicant’s request for an upgraded discharge and denied his request. The evidence of record shows that the applicant knew what he was signing and in fact he initiated the request for discharge at the time he informed the Army he was in civil confinement. Considering the applicant’s record of AWOL and his conduct in the civilian community (twice convicted by civil authorities), the type of discharge given was and still is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057680C070420
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. He indicates that he “therefore denounced this ‘confidential’ communication as evidence of the paranoia then afflicting government.” He then received a letter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057684C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant’s official military records show that he was AWOL from 26 September to 6 December 1966. On 29 August 1967, the applicant was discharged in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, for unfitness with a discharge UOTHC.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057694C070420
The applicant’s Department of the Army (DA) Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) confirms, in block 18 (Appointments and Reductions), that he was promoted to the rank and pay grade of SFC/E-7 on 21 February 1975, which is the highest rank he held while on active duty. On 24 August 2001, the Army Grade Determination Review Board (AGDRB) denied the applicant’s request to be advanced to the rank and pay grade of MSG/E-8 on the Retired List. The evidence of record confirms that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057696C070420
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. There is no evidence of record that the applicant applied for a discharge upgrade from the Army Discharge Review Board within the established 15-year time limit.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057698C070420
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 22 November 2000, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057701C070420
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. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: Army Regulation 635-5-1 (SPD) Codes) provides the specific authorities (regulatory or directive), reasons for separating soldiers from active duty, and the SPD codes to be entered on the DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057703C070420
In support of his application, he submits two personal statements, a letter to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), a DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action), dated 22 January 1994, a USARC Form 27-R (Pay Inquiry), dated 6 November 1994, a copy of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), a copy of his Leave and Earnings Statement for the period 1-31 May 1993, a memorandum from the Fort Jackson Education Center, his automated Personnel Qualification...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057705C070420
The Board considered the following evidence: Pertinent Army regulations provide that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE codes, based on their service records or the reason for discharge. 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 | 2001057711C070420
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: The law provides no provisions for the advancement of members retired in commissioned officer grades.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057713C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The DD Form 214 issued to and signed by the applicant on the date of his separation confirms that he held the rank and pay grade of staff sergeant/E-6 (SSG/E-6) on the date of his separation. On 26 September 2001, the Army Grade Determination Review Board (AGDRB) denied the applicant’s request to be advanced to the rank and pay grade of SFC/E-7 on the Retired List.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057714C070420
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 that his Enlisted Record and Report of Separation (WD AGO Form 53-55) be corrected to show his service organization as Battery A, 949 th Field Artillery Battalion. The WD AGO Form 53-55 that he was furnished at the time of his discharge shows his service organization as the Battery D,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057715C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. In another letter, an individual who identifies himself as the soldier captured along with the applicant, says the fact he was a POW is not reflected on his discharge document either, but recalls that they were both captured for 28 days. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057716C070420
APPLICANT STATES : That about 6 months prior to his enlistment he had a section of skin cancer removed from his upper left arm. However, there is no evidence other than the applicant’s self-authored statement to show that the Army was not going to treat his skin cancer. Since the medical evidence indicated that the applicant did not have skin cancer at the time of his enlistment, he had met procurement standards.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057718C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his military records be corrected to show award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). The applicant states, in effect, that his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation) does not show award of the BSM. This means, in effect, that the BSM is to be awarded to individuals who were authorized either badge for service during World War II.