ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057925C070420
The applicant’s military records show that the applicant did not have a contract for MISP and MSP in effect for the period 1 October 1999 to 30 September 2000. The Board concludes that had the applicant been able to complete his contracts to his advantage, he would have done so. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing the individual concerned had valid MSP and MISP contracts in effect for the period 1 October 1999 through 30 September...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057926C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. That office verified that Army regulatory guidance in effect at the time of the applicant’s separation provided for RE code 3 when the SPD code was JBK. 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 | 2001057930C070420
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 | 2001057931C070420
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), chapter 10 (Discharge for the Good of the Service), then in effect, set forth the basic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057932C070420
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: APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show he was discharged on 8 May 1970 in the pay grade of E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057934C070420
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’s submission is new evidence that requires Board consideration. The staff of the Board is authorized to determine whether or not such evidence has been submitted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057937C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that he, a U. S. Army Reserve (USAR) Chief Warrant Officer Four in Military Intelligence, be extended in the active Reserve beyond his 62 nd birthday, 1 June 2001, to 25 October 2001, the retirement year ending date for his 20 th year of service, so that he can qualify for retirement and retired pay. The applicant states, in effect, that he is in his 20 th year qualifying for retirement, 26 October 2000 – 25 October 2001, and has earned over 161 retirement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057941C070420
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 | 2001057942C070420
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. It required the establishment of uniform published standards which did not provide for automatically granting or denying a discharge upgrade for any case or class of cases.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057945C070420
While in basic training, on 3 October 1973, the applicant was notified of his pending discharge under the provisions of Department of the Army (DA) Message 011510Z, dated August 1973, for the Evaluation and Discharge of Enlistees Before 180 Active Duty Days Program. Accordingly, the applicant was discharged with an honorable discharge on 11 October 1973 under the provisions of DA Message 011510Z, dated August 1973, for the Evaluation and Discharge of Enlistees Before 180 Active Duty Days...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057948C070420
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 Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) scholarship debt be forgiven. On 19 June 1995, a legal officer with First ROTC Region reviewed the applicant’s disenrollment action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057949C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : That he was assigned to the U. S. S. Acadia which left San Pedro, CA on or about 24 July 1945 for Okinawa and Manila. 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 | 2001057950C070420
He also states that an ARCOM he was awarded is missing from separation document and although he was recommended for the AGCM by his unit commander, he never received the award. It states, in pertinent part, that a member is entitled to receive the AGCM for each 3 years completed. It states, in pertinent part, that there are basically three requirements for award of the CIB; the soldier must be an infantryman satisfactorily performing infantry duties; must be assigned to an infantry unit...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057952C070420
This document shows the unit to which the applicant was assigned was cited for award of the Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) for the period 5 May 1965-4 May 1967 by Department of the Army General Order Number 48, dated 1968. The applicant was awarded the BSM with "V" Device by General Orders Number 691, Headquarters, 173 rd Airborne Brigade (Separate), dated 24 April 1967; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award. RECOMMENDATION: That all of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057953C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device with an hourglass and the National Defense Service Medal with a bronze service star. The applicant states, in effect, that he is entitled to the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device for his service during Operation Desert Shield/Storm and two awards of the National Defense Service Medal. However, there...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057957C070420
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, and there is no evidence that he was recommended for award of the Bronze Star Medal. Evidence of record shows the applicant participated in four campaigns during his assignments in Vietnam which are not correctly shown by award of four bronze service stars for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057958C070420
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, and, it is concluded: There is no evidence of record, and the applicant has provided no evidence, which shows that he was awarded the Purple Heart or that he was wounded or treated for wounds as a result...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057959C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That he be awarded the Air Medal and the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service during the Gulf War. COUNSEL CONTENDS : Based on the merits of this case, it is requested that corrective action be taken and grant the former service member the Air Medal and the Bronze Star Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057962C070420
The applicant requests that his record be corrected to show that he was awarded the Bravery Gold Medal of Greece for service in Korea while with the 8 th Cavalry Regiment of the 1 st Cavalry Division. The applicant’s military records show that he served on active duty from 17 January 1947 and was separated with an honorable discharge on 7 July 1948. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057966C070420
The applicant’s military records show that On 21 October 1996, while serving as a USAR soldier in the pay grade of E-6, the applicant completed a DD Form 2746 (Ready Reserve Mobilization Insurance Certificate) in which he elected coverage in the amount of $1,500.00 and initialed after the amount selected in block 7a of that form. In subsequent correspondence to the applicant’s congressional representative, the DFAS explained that the second election form increasing his coverage should not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057967C070420
The applicant states that he went to PLDC while at Fort Bliss, TX. His DA Form 2A indicates that he was a PLDC graduate and he could not have been promoted to Sergeant, E-5 without being a PLDC graduate. Given the date of his promotion to Specialist, E-4 and the date of his departure from Fort Bliss, the most likely year he graduated from PLDC was 1991.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057970C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) be corrected to show he earned the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM). On 28 September 2000 the applicant was recommended for the award of the MSM by his commander for meritorious service during the period 14 January 1991 through 31 January 2001. The evidence of record confirms the applicant was awarded the MSM for meritorious service prior to his separation and that the DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057974C070420
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 Board considered the following evidence: His Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty DD Form 214, item 29, (Dates of Time Lost During This Period) shows the same AWOL dates.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057977C070420
The applicant states that he was awarded the ARCOM with V device while in Vietnam. The evidence of record shows that the applicant met the eligibility requirements for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 16 January 1970 – 21 August 1971.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057978C070420
This regulation specifies, in part, that to be eligible for retired pay an individual must have attained age 60,and completed a minimum of 20 years of qualifying service; and that subsequent to 1 July 1949, qualifying service is granted only for each year of service an individual earns 50 or more retirement points. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057979C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. His punishment consisted of a reduction to the pay grade of E-3 and a forfeiture of pay (both suspended until 9 April 1990), restriction and extra duty. The Retention Control Point (RCP) established for the pay grade of E-4 was 8 years of maximum service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057987C070420
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: 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 | 2001057988C070420
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. This document contains no reference to the applicant being wounded in action or being awarded the PH. The Board finds that the entry in block 40 (Wounds) of the applicant’s DA Form 20, which confirms he was wounded in action while serving as a PFC in the RVN on 13 February 1968, coupled with the DA...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057991C070420
It instructed that all deserving individuals who had served honorably while a member of the 1 st Air Cavalry Division and are nearing the end of their Vietnam tour should be considered for a service award. However, evidence of record shows the applicant served during five campaigns during his assignments in Vietnam which are not correctly shown by award of five bronze service stars for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal. a. showing that the individual concerned was awarded the BSM for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057992C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his Enlisted Record and Report of Separation (WD AGO Form 53-55) be corrected to show the award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). Notwithstanding the fact that the applicant was awarded the BSM subsequent to his separation, the Board finds the BSM certificate provided by the applicant is sufficient evidence to confirm he earned the award for meritorious achievement in ground combat during World War II. That all of the Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057994C070420
There is no order in the applicant’s service personnel record, to show that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. There is no evidence of record nor has the applicant provided evidence that he was ever recommended for or awarded the Bronze Star Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w/Palm Unit Citation,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057995C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that the records of his deceased brother, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he applied for retired pay and that he named him, the applicant, as the beneficiary for all retired pay due and as his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) beneficiary. If so, an application for retired pay would be sent to him. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the FSM applied for retired pay on 1 December...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001057996C070420
The applicant’s military records were not available to the Board for review. By regulation, in order to support awarding a member the PH, it is necessary to establish that the wound for which the award is being made required treatment by a medical officer. The available evidence contains no indication that applicant was ever wounded in action or that he was treated for a wound or injury received in action during World War II and he has failed to provide sufficient independent evidence to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058000C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. It does provide however that if a member is returned to active duty from the TDRL, service on the TDRL may be creditable for pay purposes. 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 | 2001058006C070420
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his military records be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Medical Badge and a Presidential Unit Citation. The applicant has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058007C070420
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his records be corrected to show he served the equivalent of a 2-year enlistment for pension purposes. The applicant has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058008C070420
It would be more appropriate to show that the applicant requested an extension of her MRD in a timely manner, to show that the recommended 4-year extension was approved prior to her MRD of 30 June 2000, and to grant her the retirement point credit she had earned/would have earned had her request been submitted and approved on time. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the applicant requested an extension of her MRD on 1 May 2000,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058015C070420
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 to show that the applicant was on a physical profile at the time of his separation from the Army Reserve.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058017C070420
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: Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11 sets the policy and prescribes procedures for separating members who were voluntarily enlisted in the Regular Army, National Guard or Army Reserve, are in an entry level status and, before the date of the initiation of separation action, have completed no more than 180 days of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058023C070420
The record does not show that he was awarded any other ARCOM (with or without the “V” Device). The applicant’s DD Form 214 does not show that he was awarded the Purple Heart or the CIB. Furthermore, his Enlisted Qualification Record and the general orders awarding him the ARCOM with “V” Device show that he was an infantryman engaged in hostile action (at the time he was wounded) and as such met the prerequisites for award of the CIB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058025C070420
He further states that he continued to receive his RRMIIP benefits and it was not until a year later that he received a notice from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) notifying him that he had been overpaid RRMIIP benefits because his status had been changed from involuntary to voluntary, in order to receive medical treatment. The active duty order must specify that the member’s service is involuntary. In this particular case, the Board finds no evidence to show that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058028C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 15 June 1993, the applicant was discharged, with an uncharacterized description of service, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, personality disorder. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058029C070420
The applicant states that his application for enrollment in the RRMIIP was submitted within the allotted timeframe and the benefits were not granted. In support of his appeal he submits a copy of his RRMIIP enrollment packet dated 26 January 1997. Accordingly, it would be in the interest of justice to enroll the applicant in the RRMIIP effective 31 December 1996, the date that he would have submitted his application had he been briefed in a timely manner.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058032C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. A Department of the Army (DA) Form 3713 (Data for Retired Pay), dated 25 April 1994, confirms the applicant as a result of his having satisfactorily served in the highest grade to which he was promoted, paid, and served in on active duty as a commissioned officer, was placed on the Retired List in the rank and pay grade of CPT/0-3, effective 10 February 1994. The record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058033C070420
The applicant states that he was discharged from the USAR Control Group on 16 April 1992 as a result of his response to a card offering him the option to be discharged or transferred to the Retired Reserve. The applicant's discharge from the USAR was accomplished in accordance with law and regulations applicable at the time. In view of the foregoing and since the applicant meets the eligibility requirements for assignment to the Retired Reserve, it would be equitable and just to correct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058036C070420
The ADRB member, who did not vote with the majority, prepared a 14-page minority view in which he stated his belief that the applicant should be granted an honorable discharge and a change in the reason for discharge from misconduct to “Secretarial Authority”. The board of officers found that the applicant had in fact committed the offenses of which he was accused and recommended to the convening authority that the applicant should be separated for misconduct with an under other than...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058038C070420
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: EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058041C070420
The applicant requests correction of his discharge document to show award of the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp. The applicant’s WD AGO Form 53-55 does not show the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp as an authorized award. Therefore, the applicant is entitled to correction of his discharge document to show award of the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058042C070420
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’s submissions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001058044C070420
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...