ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052209C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. Army policy states that although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge UOTHC is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052210C070420
On 18 August 1978, the applicant’s unit commander requested active duty orders under the provision of paragraph 6-3b, Army Regulation (AR) 135-91. Orders Number 199-9, dated 18 October 1978, released the applicant from his USAR assignment and ordered him to involuntary active duty for a period of 19 months and 10 days, effective 5 December 1978. Accordingly, on 28 September 1979, the applicant was discharged from the Army after completing 8 months and 19 days of creditable active service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052215C070420
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 records be corrected to show the award of five Bronze Star Medals (BSM with 4 oak leaf clusters). The applicant’s available records clearly show that he is entitled to correction of his records to show award of the BSM with 4 oak leaf clusters (five awards).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052223C070420
PROCEEDINGS BOARD DATE: 6 November 2001 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2001052223 The applicant requests his records be corrected to show his date of rank (DOR) to pay grade E-7 as 1 March 1994. Based on his enlistment in the RA on 12 August 1999, his pay grade E-7 DOR should be adjusted to 21 November 1997 in accordance with Army Regulation 600-20 (Army Command Policy).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052224C070420
There is no evidence in the records available to the Board that the applicant executed an annual contract for MASP for the period 1 July 1999 through 30 June 2000 or executed an annual contract for Incentive Special Pay (ISP) for the period 1 October 1999 through 30 September 2000. This message establishes, among many requirements, the specialties eligible for and rates for special pays, active duty obligations, contractual requirements, and the Department of the Army policies governing the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052233C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that his leave be restored to him for the period 16 February 1993 through 30 September 1998 and that he be allowed special leave accrual. According to military pay and leave records, the applicant took 132 days of leave between 19 December 1997, and his retirement date, 30 September 1998. Exception is required to grant leave accrual in excess of 60 days in the applicant’s case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052236C070420
The record provides no specific reason for the applicant’s discharge from the USAR. Lacking evidence to the contrary, the Board presumes that his honorable discharge from the USAR was accomplished in accordance with applicable law and regulation at the time. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by voiding the 3 July 1995 discharge from the USAR of the individual concerned; and by showing that he was transferred to the Retired Reserve effective...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052238C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 29 May 1984, the applicant requested immediate discharge from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 16-5, because he believed that he could not overcome the DA-imposed bar to reenlistment. He also indicated that he understood that once separated he would not be allowed to reenlist at a later date.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052239C070420
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. Failure to file within 3 years may be excused by a correction board if it finds it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The applicant has not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052241C070420
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. Also in the available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052244C070420
The applicant requests that his separation program designator (SPD) code of “JFL” be changed to “TA 120” (Transition Assistance) due to his medical discharge with severance pay and that his separation orders be amended to show that he was entitled to medical care, post exchange (PX), and commissary privileges. PERSCOM also stated that the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) should have the transition center at Fort Myer amend the applicant’s separation orders to reflect...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052247C070420
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 :...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052253C070420
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant’s military records show that the applicant entered the Army on 16 February 1988 and served as an infantryman. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was an infantryman assigned to an infantry unit involved in a combat operation and was awarded the CIB in support of Operation Just Cause.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052254C070420
Thomas E. O’ShaughnessyMember The applicant and counsel if any, did not appear before the Board. The applicant requests that his deceased father, a former serviceman (FSM), be awarded the Purple Heart. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the Purple Heart to the deceased FSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052271C070420
Accordingly, the applicant was honorably discharged on 23 December 1983 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13, for unsatisfactory performance and issued a RE code of RE-3. The RE code indicated the soldier was fully qualified for reenlistment, but was ineligible to enlist within 93 days after date of separation. RE-3C applies to persons who have completed over 4 months service who do meet the basic eligibility pay grade requirement of chapter 2, Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052274C070420
On 28 October 1985, the commander notified the applicant that he was being recommended for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, for misconduct. The applicant's GD issued on 18 November 1985, for misconduct, was administratively correct and in conformance with the applicable regulations then in effect. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by issuing to the individual concerned a DD Form 215 showing in Item 18 that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052285C070420
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 | 2001052290C070420
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. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052317C070420
She received a 50 percent disability rating due to a total abdominal hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (dysmenorrhea), a 10 percent disability rating for bilateral patellofemoral syndrome, and a 10 percent disability rating for bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome with tendonitis. Section 1203, provides for the physical disability separation of a member who has less than 20 years active service and a disability rated at less than 30 percent. DISCUSSION : Considering all the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052321C070420
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 Certificate of Military Service prepared by the National Personnel Records Center on 29 June 1998, states that the applicant’s service was characterized as other than honorable. Historical records also show that Blue Discharges were issued to individuals whose service was not dishonorable, but were not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052333C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 20 April 1979, the applicant was notified that a board of officers would convene on 2 May 1979 to determine whether he should be discharged due to misconduct under the provisions of chapter 14, Army Regulation 635-200. Action will be taken to separate a member for misconduct when it is clearly established that rehabilitation is impractical or unlikely to succeed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052335C070420
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’s Enlisted Record and Report of Separation, WD AGO Form 53-55, shows that he was awarded the European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with five battle stars, the Good Conduct Ribbon, the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Unit Badge, and “oak leaf cluster.” He was also awarded the Combat...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052351C070420
On 20 December 1990, the appropriate separation authority approved his request and directed his discharge UOTHC with issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate and reduction to pay grade E-1. At the time of the applicant’s separation, the regulation provided for the issuance of an undesirable discharge. The applicant has not presented and the records do not contain sufficient justification to conclude that it would be in the interest of justice to grant the relief requested or to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052362C070420
He was honorably discharged from this period of service on 12 January 1968. The applicant was transferred from Fort Campbell to Fort Bragg, North Carolina where he served as a vehicle driver in the 82 nd Airborne Division until he was honorably discharged on 12 January 1968 in pay grade E-5. On 22 January 1970, while he was assigned to Fort Bragg, the applicant reenlisted in the Regular Army for a period of 3 years in pay grade E-4.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052392C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : That his discharge should be upgraded because it has been 20 years since his discharge. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052408C070420
APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his records to show a light infantry military occupational specialty (MOS) and award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant’s service personnel records do not contain any orders or other evidence the applicant served in an infantry MOS in Vietnam, served in an infantry unit in Vietnam, or was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. There is no evidence that the applicant was awarded an infantry MOS during his service in Vietnam or that he served in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052412C070420
He was promoted to first lieutenant effective 24 July 1988 and to captain effective 1 June 1991. The Chief, Promotion and Notifications Branch, Office of Promotions, PERSCOM, expressed the opinion that the applicant was promoted to captain 1 June 1991 and promotion to major requires 7 years time in grade; therefore, his promotion eligibility date for major was 31 May 1998. Notwithstanding the delay, the effective date of his promotion should remain as 31 August 1998, the date the President...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052414C070420
ROPMA provides that in order to be eligible for promotion to major the MTIG for a captain is 7 years, and that an officer selected for the first time for promotion to the next higher grade may be promoted on or before the date that he/she completed the maximum service. A staff member of the Army Reserve Personnel Command, Military Personnel Actions Branch, expressed the opinion that unit officers recommended by a mandatory board will have a promotion date and effective date no earlier than...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052429C070420
The applicant requests that the amount of disability severance pay that is listed on his DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, be corrected. The applicant states that he had received $44,258.40 in disability severance pay, not $51,634.80, the amount which is listed on his DD Form 214. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by issuing to the individual concerned a DD Form 215 showing that he received
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052439C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 20 December 1984, the applicant's commander officially notified him that he was being recommended for discharge under the provisions of chapter 13, Army Regulation 635-200, for unsatisfactory performance. He had 4 days lost time due to being AWOL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052465C070420
The applicant’s prior medical records are not available for review. However, a review of the available medical records show that on 30 March 1999, a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) convened to evaluate the applicant’s medical conditions and defects. A medical proceeding, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by appropriate medical authority with 6 months of the soldier’s initial entrance on active duty, that the condition would have...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052466C070420
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 | 2001052469C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Paragraph 2-15 of the regulation provides that, if a request for a reconsideration is received within one year of the prior consideration and the case has not been previously reconsidered, it will be resubmitted to the Board if there is evidence (including but not limited to any facts or arguments as to why relief should be granted) that was not in the record at the time...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052481C070420
On 13 September 1972, he was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under other than honorable conditions with an UDC, under Army Regulation 635-212, for unfitness. DETERMINATION : The subject application was not submitted within the time required. The applicant has not presented and the records do not contain sufficient justification to conclude that it would be in the interest of justice to grant the relief requested or to excuse the failure to file within the time prescribed by law.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052505C070420
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. In support of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052507C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The VA, however, is not required by law to determine medical unfitness for further military service. There is no evidence of record available to the Board, which shows that the applicant was wounded or treated for wounds due to hostile action; therefore, he is not entitled to award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052520C070420
He further states that his rank on his 21 September 1951 DD Form 214 is incorrect; that he was activated as a sergeant; that he served as a sergeant; and that he was discharged as a sergeant on 24 March 1946. On 24 March 1946, the applicant was discharged from the AUS in the rank of sergeant. On 24 March 1949, the applicant was discharged from the ERC in the rank of Corporal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052521C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Effective 21 March 1969, the applicant was separated under the authority of Army Regulation 635-212 for unsuitability. 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 | 2001052522C070420
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 | 2001052551C070420
However, there are no orders filed in his service record that shows he was awarded the second Purple Heart for the 23 January 1969 injury. The evidence of record also shows that the applicant was assigned to a unit during a period of time that the unit was awarded the RVN Civil Actions Honor Medal for the period 1 January 1966 through 21 January 1970. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant his second Purple Heart Medal and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052568C070420
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show that he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), the Bronze Star Medal (BSM), the Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, and the Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Automatic Rifle and Machine Gun Bars. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show these awards. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case for the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052576C070420
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: From a review of available personnel records, there is no evidence to show that the applicant suffered any wounds that would entitle him to the PH.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052577C070420
The applicant requests, in effect, that he be awarded the Purple Heart (PH) for a wound received in action during World War II and any other unit awards to which he is entitled based on his service with the 180 th Infantry Regiment. The applicant’s military records were not available to the Board for review. Further, in the opinion of the Board, given the applicant was assigned to a military hospital on the date of his discharge, had there been sufficient medical evidence to support his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052578C070420
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: 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052598C070420
By memorandum dated 14 April 1993, the Office of Reserve Components Promotions of the PERSCOM notified the applicant that he was promoted to captain in the Reserve component with an effective date of 26 May 1993. The regulation provides that mandatory selection boards will be convened each year to consider Army Reserve officers in an active status for promotion to captain through lieutenant colonel. As a result of his transfer to the Army National Guard, his promotion to captain in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052620C070420
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, in effect, that she receive Board Certification Pay (BCP) for the period 10 July 1998 to 31 January 2000. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned received Board Certification Pay in arrears for the period...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052630C070420
He states that he was an infantryman during the Korean War, and not a supply clerk as annotated on his DD Form 214. A 3d Infantry Division certificate shows that the applicant served 8 months in Korea with the Defensive Platoon, 3d Infantry Division. In all probability, he was an infantryman at the time of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052633C070420
In similar cases, the Office of The Judge Advocate General has previously opined that USAR AGR officers who are serving in positions requiring the grade to which they will be promoted will have an effective date and date of rank in the higher grade as the date of issuance of the promotion memorandum. The Board concludes that there is no unfairness in not adjusting the effective date of his promotion, as all other officers selected for promotion by that board will also have the same...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052651C070420
The evidence of record shows he enlisted on 3 January 2001 for 5 years and 00 weeks, not 4 years and 00 weeks. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below. That the applicant’s DD Form 4/3 dated 3 January 2001, item 20a be corrected to show he enlisted for 5 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001052654C070420
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. He states that he assumes that his records would also be presented to the STAB for consideration following the MSG board based on his back dated rank to SFC. The applicant indicates he has not.