ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059446C070421
The applicant requests that the records of his deceased brother, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) and the Presidential Unit Citation. The applicant states that he has been told the FSM is eligible for the BSM because he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. General Order 5, Headquarters, 475 th Infantry dated 15 September 1944 awarded the applicant the Combat Infantryman Badge effective 20 February 1944.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059451C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The regulation provides that in order to be qualified for promotion to lieutenant colonel an individual must have completed 50 percent of the CGSC, 7 years of time in grade (TIG) as a major, and an officer advanced course (OAC) on or before the convening date of the respective promotion board. The Board further notes that, as a major, he was required to complete 50...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059452C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his Report of Separation, WD AGO Form 53-55, be corrected to show the correct spelling of his name, his correct date of birth, and the correct county in which he was residing at the time of his entry into service. The applicant’s records are not available. NOTE : The Army Review Boards Agency Support Division will be requested to furnish the applicant a Notification of Change of Service Member’s Official Records, DD Form 1343, showing his name as Paul P. ___e, his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059455C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS : Reconsideration of his earlier appeal to correct his military records by awarding him the Purple Heart. The staff of the Board is authorized to determine whether or not such evidence has been submitted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059457C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, reconsideration of her previous request to correct the military records of her deceased husband, a former service member (FSM), to show that he was discharged for failure to meet induction and retention standards by reason of medical unfitness. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, the Board must presume that he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059459C070421
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 :...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059466C070421
Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. The regulation requires an uncharacterized separation for members separated in an ELS. 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 | 2001059467C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show that he has completed 20 years of qualifying service for retirement at age 60. The applicant’s military records show that he had over 10 years prior active duty when he enlisted in the Army National Guard (ARNG) on 28 September 1984. It provides for transfer to the Retired Reserve for soldiers who have completed a minimum of 20 qualifying years for retired pay at age 60.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059469C070421
The applicant made three voluntary payments on the debt of $235.78 per month. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations and opinions, it is concluded: Over the applicant’s 20 years in service he had several opportunities to ship and/or store HHG at government expense and should have been briefed as to his weight entitlements, even if he chose not to ship or store...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059470C070421
The applicant provided DA Form 705 (Army Physical Fitness Test Scorecard), dated 22 April 1999, which shows that she passed the APFT and her height was recorded as 69 inches and her weight was recorded as 214 pounds. However, evidence of record shows that the applicant failed to take the APFT for two consecutive years due to a medical profile (May 1996 to April 1997; and May 1997 to April 1998). After review of all evidence in this case, the Board determined that the applicant has not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059471C070421
The DD Form 214 issued to and signed by the applicant on the date of his separation confirms that on that date he held the rank and pay grade of master sergeant/E-8 (MSG/E-8). Accordingly, on 31 December 1968, he was REFRAD, and on the following day, 1 January 1969, he was placed on the Retired List in the rank and pay grade of MSG/E-8. However, by regulation, members who hold the rank and pay grade of MSG/E-8 at retirement, whose records show successful service as a 1SG/E-8, will be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059474C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show that he was awarded the Purple Heart (PH) and the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant’s military records show that he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 15 January 1968. There is nothing in the applicant's records to show that he was ever treated for wounds while in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059475C070421
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. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records are not complete. The applicant has not presented and the records do not contain sufficient...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059477C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that her uncharacterized discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. On 15 November 1989, the applicant was notified by her commander that Entry Level Status (ELS) separation action was being initiated against her under the provisions of chapter 11, Army Regulation 635-200. Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2001059477SUFFIXRECONYYYYMMDDDATE BOARDED2001/10/18TYPE OF DISCHARGE(UNCHAR)DATE OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059478C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of appropriate military records to show a reentry (RE) code which would allow reenlistment. In view of the fact that the applicant was permanently retired by reason of physical disability, the assigned reentry code of 4 and the related nonwaivable disqualification for enlistment was and still is appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059483C070421
Records at the Army Retirement Services office indicate he did not enroll in the SBP at this time. On 25 September 1995, the applicant and his first spouse divorced. On 1 October 1995, he informed DFAS in writing, as required by law, to change his SBP coverage from spouse to former spouse coverage.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059484C070421
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 DD Form 214 (Certificate of release or discharge from active duty), block 6 (Reserve Obligation Term Date), be corrected to reflect his Reserve Obligation Term Date. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059490C070421
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) also provides, in pertinent part, for awarding the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device to members who completed qualifying service in the RVN. The evidence of record shows the applicant is entitled to have his DD Form 214 corrected to show award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with 60 Device. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the PH based on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059493C070421
PROCEEDINGS BOARD DATE: 04 DECEMBER 2001 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2001059493 Public Law 98-94 outlines the statutory service obligations incurred by individuals who enlist in the any component of the U.S. military. The evidence confirms that the applicant enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve on 28 December 2000 and, under Public Law 98-94, on that day incurred an 8 year statutory obligation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059513C070421
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 that he was unfairly punished. He stated that the applicant had continually shown disrespect and contempt to authority.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059515C070421
He states that he did not intentionally delay submitting an appeal to have the information removed from the report, but rather the delay resulted from “defective information at the time…concerning the substance and effect of the remark, [his] rights with regard to appeal, and the potential effect of the remark on [his] career.” In support of his request he submits an extract from Army Regulation 623-205, a copy of the report, an “After Action Review for the CY01 MSG Selection Board”...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059522C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his military records to show a reentry (RE) code which would allow reenlistment. On an unknown date, the applicant enlisted in the Army National Guard. The Board acknowledges that the U. S. Air Force may have different enlistment standards; however, that is not sufficient justification to grant the relief requested.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059524C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS : In effect, reconsideration of his application to correct his records by purging all references to his courts-martial from his records, reinstating his rank and granting him physical disability retirement. Consequently, due to the two concepts involved, an individual's medical condition, although not considered medically unfitting for military service at the time of processing for separation, discharge or retirement, may be sufficient to qualify the individual for VA...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059536C070421
This would allow him time to complete all the necessary corrections to his service record and achieve his 20 years of service. The applicant’s military record shows on 27 May 1962, he enlisted in the United States Army Reserve (USAR) for 6 years. Army Regulation 135-180, at paragraph 1-4, states that retired pay is pay granted Reserve component soldiers under Title 10, United States Code, Section 1331, after completion of 20 or more years of qualifying service [a qualifying year requires...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059537C070421
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 | 2001059539C070421
On 20 May 1993 the Army Reserve Personnel Command awarded the applicant a CIB for his combat service in Vietnam. Therefore, he was properly discharged from active duty and placed on the TDRL in accordance with the applicable rules, regulations, and laws in effect at the time, as well as in keeping with the personal desires of the applicant. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059540C070421
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 | 2001059544C070421
Based on that credit, he further requests that his records be corrected to show that his Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) be recalculated to account for the extra 4 years of service. The applicant states that his date of rank as a major was prior to the date he was released from active duty. As for the applicant’s request to have his DD Form 214 corrected to show that he was released from active duty as a major, the effective date of his promotion was well after his release from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059546C070421
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: The applicant’s head and scalp wounds do not qualify for the PH because they were not incurred as a result of hostile action by enemies of the United States.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059547C070421
His Army Senior ROTC Scholarship Cadet Contract, DA Form 597-3, paragraph 7d states that if he were disenrolled from the ROTC Program for any reason or if he failed to accept a commission, the Secretary of the Army could order him to active duty as an enlisted soldier or, in lieu of being ordered to active duty, could require him to reimburse the United States through repayment of an amount of money, plus interest, equal to the entire amount of financial assistance paid by the United States...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059548C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Purple Heart. The evidence confirms the applicant was wounded on two separate occasions while in Vietnam. by awarding him a Purple Heart for wounds sustained on 10 February 1968.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059551C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. However, the available records show that the Adjutant General’s Office (AGO) of the War Department responded to an inquiry from the applicant regarding his reduction from the rank of Sgt to the rank of private. Notwithstanding that the applicant was properly reduced in grade in accordance with the applicable regulations, the applicant’s promotion to the rank of sergeant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059553C070421
He further states that all his certificates were not listed in his DD Form 214 at the time of his discharge. In support of his application, the applicant provided a copy of his PH award certificate that shows he was wounded in action while serving as a specialist four in the RVN on 25 March 1967. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing in the individual concerned received the PH by including this award in his separation document; by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059557C070421
Counsel presents the applicant’s request for reconsideration and new requests for relief, evidence contentions, and conclusions in a five-page memorandum to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) with no attachments. In the request for reconsideration, counsel essentially is seeking the same relief considered in part by the ABCMR in Docket Number AR1999032387, specifically to correct his records by restoring him [the applicant] to active duty in pay grade E-6 or at least...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059560C070421
The applicant requests that his Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD Form 214, be amended to give a separation code (SPD) that will allow him to retain his separation pay. Upon returning to the States, he was informed that his SPD was wrong and that was the reason his separation pay was being collected as a debt. It appears that the applicant was entitled to full separation pay but because he was given the incorrect SPD DFAS is collecting that pay as a debt.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059561C070421
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. There is no indication in the applicant’s active duty personnel records that he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal. Based on the foregoing, the Board finds no basis to deny award of the Good Conduct Medal in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059564C070421
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: 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 | 2001059567C070421
Block 29 (wounds received as a result of action with enemy forces) of his DD Form 214 contains the entry “N/A.” The available evidence establishes that that the applicant was wounded in action in Korea on 7 April 1952, and is therefore, entitled to award of the Purple Heart. Additionally, his military service between 20 March 1951, and 19 December 1952, entitles him to the NDSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059570C070421
He further states that he was discharged for AWOL but not for drugs. 24 October 1942 - 3 November 1942 AWOL 11 days. LOD NO EPTI.” He was also issued a WDAGO Form 56 (Discharge from the Army of the United States (blue)), a “Blue” discharge, a copy of which is not now in his file.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059571C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Personnel assigned to any of the units listed in these orders during the period indicated were awarded the KSM and the UNSM. The evidence of record shows that the 8186 th Army Unit, Ordnance Field Maintenance Detachment was not among those units designated by the Commander in Chief, Far East as having directly supported the military effort in Korea.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059573C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his military records be changed to show his correct Social Security Number (SSN) and that he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM). This will serve to document the fact that he is currently using a SSN different from the one recorded in his military records. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059574C070421
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 evidence of record shows that the applicant received a thigh wound on 26 March 1945 while serving in the European Theater of Operations. Therefore, the applicant is entitled to correction of his records to show the award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059575C070421
The applicant’s Chronological Record of Military Service, ARPC Form 249-3, dated 25 July 2001 shows he had qualifying years of service for retirement until retirement year ending date 30 June 1950, when he earned only 15 membership points. After Public Law 810 – 80 th Congress, approved 29 June 1948 provided for retirement with pay for officers and enlisted personnel of the Reserve components of the Armed Services and established certain requirements for service which may be credited for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059576C070421
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 | 2001059587C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Army policy states that although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a UOTHC discharge is normally considered appropriate. 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 | 2001059591C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. When he returned to Fort Lewis, WA he was told he would be returned to Vietnam. On 17 March 1983, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for an upgraded discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059592C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 8 April 1992, the applicant completed a separation physical and was found qualified for separation. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059593C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The VA has provided an extract from the applicant’s service dental records showing his last dental exam was on 20 March 2001 and that his oral health was determined to be Class 2. The evidence of record shows that the applicant received a dental exam two days prior to his separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059594C070421
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: There is no evidence to show the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statue of limitations. Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2001059594SUFFIXRECONYYYYMMDDDATE BOARDED2001/10/16TYPE OF DISCHARGE(UOTHC)DATE OF DISCHARGE19770127DISCHARGE AUTHORITYAR635-200, CH 10 .
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059595C070421
The applicant served in Vietnam as an infantry officer between September 1966 and October 1967 where he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. A performance evaluation report, rendered in May 1968 for the period 11 August 1967 through 15 April 1968 makes no mention of any wounds sustained as a result of hostile action while in Vietnam. On 13 April 1968 the applicant was discharged from active duty.