ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059599C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Accordingly, on 10 May 1990, the applicant was separated from the Army under the provisions of chapter 16-5b, Army Regulation 635-200, by reason of a locally imposed bar to reenlistment with an honorable discharge. This includes anyone with a locally imposed bar to reenlistment in effect at the time of separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059600C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant was considered for promotion to LTC by the 1999 LTC Army Reserve Mandatory Promotion Board which convened on 8 September 1999. The Office of Promotions, Reserve Component, U. S. Total Army Personnel Command, St. Louis, provided an advisory opinion that the applicant’s DOR and effective date for CPT, MAJ, and LTC are correct in accordance with the applicable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059602C070421
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. Sergeant C___ was severely...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059605C070421
Army Regulation 600-8-22 states that the Combat Infantryman Badge is awarded to a soldier who is an infantryman satisfactorily performing infantry duties, who is assigned to an infantry unit during such time as the unit is engaged in active ground combat, and must actively participate in such ground combat. The Certificate shows that he did not serve with a unit participating in or directly supporting military operations, so the 1-day criteria for award of the Vietnam Service Medal is ruled...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059607C070421
The applicant requests that he be transferred to the Retired Reserve. The advisory opinion notes that the applicant was discharged in accordance with regulations, but that favorable action on his request was recommended. It also provides that the individual must request transfer to the Retired Reserve or be discharged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059615C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show that he was awarded two Purple Hearts. The applicant states that he was awarded two Purple Hearts. His DA Form 20 (Qualification Record) also shows that he was wounded on 26 February 1970, but fails to show any other dates of being wounded in action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059617C070421
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 | 2001059618C070421
There is no evidence in available records that the applicant's commander ever disqualified him from award of the Good Conduct Medal. It is possible that the applicant's chain of command overlooked his eligibility for the Good Conduct Medal during the period he was being reassigned and assimilated into his new unit and then his November 1981 UCMJ action may have impacted on any attempt to award the decoration retroactively. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059619C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, it is concluded: A spouse’s “waiver,” i. e., concurrence in the member’s declination to participate in the SBP, was not required at the time the FSM retired.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059620C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In two separate applications, that his records be corrected to show that he was promoted to the rank of corporal on 1 January 1942 and to the rank of sergeant on 5 January 1945. A review of the available records fails to show that the applicant was ever promoted beyond the rank of private first class while he was in the Army. However, there is no evidence of record nor has he submitted any evidence to show that all personnel recovered during the liberation of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059622C070421
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: On 25 September 1992, the convening authority approved the sentence and ordered all but the BCD portion to be executed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059624C070421
However, there is no evidence in the applicant’s official military personnel record, which shows that he was wounded/treated for an injury that resulted from hostile action. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was assigned to a unit during a period of time the unit was awarded the RVN Civil Actions Honor Medal, the RVN Gallantry Cross w/Palm and the Valorous Unit Award. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by amending the applicant’s...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059628C070421
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 ADRB determined that his disciplinary record that began 2 months after his arrival in Vietnam, the recorded attempts of rehabilitation, and his poor conduct and performance in a combat zone did not warrant upgrading his discharge. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059629C070421
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 Expeditionary Medal for his support of military operations in Lebanon and Grenada. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: However, there is no evidence of record which shows that he was deployed to Lebanon and Grenada or that he was awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059632C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The evidence clearly indicates that the highest grade the applicant held while on active duty was that of “Sergeant T4.” While the applicant states that he performed duties at a higher grade level, there is no evidence that he was ever recommended for, or promoted, to the grade of Staff Sergeant. As such the Board contends the applicant’s commander was well within his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059639C070421
She claims that at the time the promotion board convened she was serving in an authorized MAJ position and her promotion order should have reflected a DOR of 1 July 1997, which under the law was her PED. It also indicated that the applicant’s promotion effective date should have been established as 11 November 1997, the date she was assigned to an authorized MAJ position. In addition, the Board concurs with the ARPERSCOM opinion that her promotion effective date should have been 11...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059643C070421
He states that he changed his military occupational specialty (MOS) which changed his enlistment commitment from 6 years to 4 years. The evidence of record shows the applicant originally enlisted for 6 years and 00 weeks but renegotiated his contract to change his training option and enlistment commitment. That the applicant’s DD Form 4/1 dated 22 January 2001, item 8a be corrected to show he was to enlist in the Regular Army for not less than 4 years and 00 weeks and that his DD Form 4/3...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059644C070421
A Fort Campbell pay officer states that the CID case was closed favorably for the applicant and that the charges against him were dropped and dismissed entirely and that the local pay office did not have the authority to initiate the collection, which the applicant is now appealing. Although his wife had a prior existing marriage, the second marriage remained valid under California law. When validity of a marriage is questionable, submit the case to DFAS for a determination on validity of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059645C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his student loans under the Loan Repayment Program (LRP) be paid as guaranteed by his enlistment contract. 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 | 2001059647C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his officer evaluation report (OER) for the period 2 July 1992 – 30 June 1993 be removed from his records. Substantive appeals must be submitted within 5 years of the OER’s completion date. The Board is not as firmly tied to the 5-year appeals time limit as the OSRB is and if evidence of an injustice were provided the Board would consider granting the relief requested.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059648C070421
The applicant requests that she be paid an enlistment incentive cash bonus of $3000. The applicant’s military records show that she enlisted for pay grade E-4 in the Regular Army on 18 May 1999, for Army warrant officer flight training, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 09W1. An advisory opinion provide by the Chief of the Accession Management Section, U. S. Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM), states that the $3000 seasonal enlistment bonus was authorized for the MOS 09W at the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059649C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that at the time he began processing for enlistment, he presented his recruiter with a copy of his transcripts from college and was informed that he would be able to enlist in the pay grade of E-4. The applicant clearly was qualified for enlistment in the Regular Army in the pay grade of E-4 based on his completion of Bachelor degree requirements at an appropriate institution, as required under the applicable regulations. Therefore, the Board finds that had...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059650C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 31 August 2000, the applicant was recommended for a QMP bar to reenlistment. 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 | 2001059656C070421
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. He states the awards were omitted from his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). Although the Board notes that orders confirming the awards were not in the applicant’s available records, the decorations are consistent with the applicant’s outstanding service prior to 1985 when he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059659C070421
There is no evidence in the available records which shows the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action during World War II. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part, for award of the Prisoner of War (POW) Medal. Therefore, he is entitled to award of the Bronze Star Medal (based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge) and correction of his military records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059660C070421
The Board considered the following evidence: The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart. There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059661C070421
The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in the Regular Army on 13 March 1967. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was not awarded the Purple Heart or that he was wounded in action and he provides no evidence to show otherwise. 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 13 March 1967 – 5 March 1970.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059662C070421
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: In the opinion of the Board, he received an honorable discharge as a result of the chain of command taking into account his family problems and viewing this factor as mitigating in the discharge process.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059663C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his military records to show award of the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Bronze Star Medal (based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge), the Distinguished Unit Citation, a Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Belgian Fourragere. The applicant’s WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation), which was authenticated in his own hand, does not show the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Bronze...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059666C070421
Records available to the Board show the applicant enlisted in the Army National Guard on 5 October 1950 and completed infantry training. The Retirement Credits Record submitted by the applicant shows he had two years of service in the Army National Guard in which he did not earn the required 50 retirement points. Records show the applicant served 20 years in the Army National Guard and was 20 retirement points short of accruing 20 qualifying years for non-regular retired pay.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059667C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. These personnel will be granted an uncharacterized discharge, unless they are being discharged for misconduct wherein a discharge under other than honorable conditions is warranted. Army Regulation 635-40, paragraph 3-2, specifies that a presumption will be made that a soldier was in sound physical and mental condition upon entering active service except for physical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059669C070421
The applicant requests a reconsideration of his application to correct his records to show that he was authorized a Reserve early retirement based upon physical disability. The staff of the Board has determined that the applicant’s submissions show a manifest error that requires Board review. Army Regulation 135-155, paragraph 4-29, states that a member, whose removal from active Reserve status is required by law, must be removed within the prescribed time limits unless eligible for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059672C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. However, the Board finds no evidence of record to support this claim and it concludes this issue is not sufficiently compelling to warrant clemency in this case. The sentence was approved by the proper convening authority and the Board finds no evidence of record that suggests that the applicant was wrongly charged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059673C070421
Rank placement on the Retired List is based solely on the highest rank in which a member satisfactorily served on active duty, USAR service in an inactive status while a member of a dual component program does not satisfy this active duty satisfactory service provision of the law. The evidence of record reveals that the applicant was advanced to the rank and grade of CPT/0-3 on the Retired List by the AGDRB based on this being the highest commissioned officer rank and pay grade he held and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059676C070421
PROCEEDINGS BOARD DATE: 28 August 2001 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2001059676 The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in the Regular Army on 21 February 1996. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was awarded the ARCOM and three awards of the AAM and they should be added to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059678C070421
The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in the Regular Army on 11 October 1966. The Board concludes that there is sufficient evidence to show that the applicant was wounded by an enemy trap (a “pungee stake”) and so is entitled to award of the Purple Heart. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the Purple Heart for wounds received on 17 October 1967 and the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 11 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059679C070421
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 has not presented and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059682C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he was denied promotion to LTC in the USAR because: 1) there are two dates on his record for appointment as a second lieutenant (2LT), USAR, 14 June 1951, which is the correct one, and 23 October 1952, which caused error in computing promotion eligibility dates; 2) he was not promoted to first lieutenant (1LT), USAR, until 13 May 1955, 47...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059683C070421
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 | 2001059684C070421
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 | 2001059685C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that he requests that his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation-Honorable Discharge) be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart. The WD AGO Form 53-55, Item 34 (Wounds Received in Action), shows that the applicant was wounded while serving in the South Pacific Theater on 26 October 1942. 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 (Correction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059689C070421
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: It also notes that the characterization of service for this type of discharge is normally UOTHC and that the applicant was aware of that prior to requesting discharge. Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2001059689SUFFIXRECONYYYYMMDDDATE BOARDED2001/11/20TYPE OF DISCHARGE( UOTHC)DATE OF DISCHARGE19830215DISCHARGE AUTHORITYAR635-200, Chapter 10. .
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059695C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The senior NCO concluded by stating that she had 30 days from the date of that counseling to submit a family care plan to her commander. She was not allowed to complete her 4-year tour of duty because she asked to be discharged so that she could fix her own life and because of her family problems, which clearly resulted in her inability to perform her duties.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059696C070421
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: On 2 December 1982, the applicant petitioned for a grant of review in the United States Court of Military Appeals. 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 | 2001059710C070421
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that while serving in Germany, he was informed that he was being transferred to Fort Dix, New Jersey, for the purpose of being tried in a civilian court for a crime that occurred prior to his entry on active duty. He also indicated that he intended to appeal his civil conviction, that he did not consult with counsel and that he desired his case to be considered by a board of officers. The applicant’s contention that his rights were violated are not supported...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059714C070421
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 | 2001059725C070421
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: The applicant’s military records show that he was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, 1st Cavalry of the 4th Infantry Division in military occupational specialty (MOS) 11E (armor crewman) during his assignment in Vietnam. Although the applicant contends that he is entitled to the Combat Infantryman Badge, evidence of record shows he served in MOS 11E (armor crewman) during his assignment in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059734C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his records be corrected to reflect award of the Purple Heart. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: There is no conclusive evidence that the applicant was wounded as a result of hostile action and as such there is no basis for award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059735C070421
There is no evidence of record available to the Board, and the applicant has provide no evidence, which shows he was injured or wounded due to hostile action during World War II. The Board notes the applicant’s contention that he should be awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received during World War II. However, evidence in the available records show that he was diagnosed as having a wound with no nerve or artery involvement to his abdomen which was a non-battle injury.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001059738C070421
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 counsel concurs in the applicant's request that the date inducted listed in his DD Form 214 be corrected as requested by the applicant and requests that consideration be given to upgrade the applicant’s discharge because an HD would be appropriate under current regulatory standards. That all of...