ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060795C070421
The Board considered the following evidence: The applicant states that his battalion personnel officer, who saw the applicant in the 48 th General Hospital in Paris, failed to recommend him for award of the Purple Heart. There is no information or evidence to show that the applicant was awarded or recommended for award of the Soldier’s Medal or any other medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060800C070421
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 | 2001060801C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his Report of Transfer or Discharge, DD Form 214, and all other records be corrected to show his date of birth (DOB) as 6 January 1947. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060803C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his home of record (HOR) be changed to San Antonio, Texas. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060805C070421
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 available military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060807C070421
On 17 January 1991, the 3/200 ADA battalion commander sent to the applicant at his Loveland, Colorado, address, a AGONM Form 20-12-11B.2 (Record of Special Proceeding of Non-Judicial Punishment – Absence from Unit Training Assembly, Drill, or Annual Training), notifying the applicant of the commander’s intent to impose an Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), punishment of reduction in grade as a result of his 16 unexcused absences from unit drill from September through...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060808C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his military records to reflect sufficient Reserve Component service credit to receive retired pay. For the time that the applicant was appointed an officer in the ARNG, 1 June 1955 through 28 February 1959, only the period of 1 June 1955 through 6 June 1956, is credited with retirement points as 1 year creditable for retired pay at age 60.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060810C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. He was convicted of disrespect, disobedience, and failure to go to his appointed place of duty on 8 and 14 July 1975, and sentenced to reduction to private/E-1, forfeiture of $100.00 pay per month for 6 months, confinement at hard labor for 3 months, and a BCD. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060812C070421
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 states that he just found out it was possible to correct his records. The available military medical records state that his right ear deafness was caused secondary to a concussion from enemy mortar fire in France.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060813C070421
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. After a thorough review of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060815C070421
The applicant states that he was informed that his retirement date would credit him with 20 years Active Federal Service (AFS). A 26 May 1992 Medical Evaluation Board found the applicant unfit for further military service and recommended him for a Physical Evaluation Board (PEB). Effective 1 October 2001, eligible retired, disabled soldiers will receive a monthly payment if their disability is rated 70 percent or higher by the service concerned at the time of retirement or the Department...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060820C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his discharge from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) be voided and that he be transferred to the Retired Reserve. The applicant states that he was improperly discharged rather than correctly placed on Retired Reserve status. Inasmuch as the applicant meets eligibility requirements for assignment to the Retired Reserve, it would be equitable and just to correct his military records by voiding his discharge of 9 June 1999 and assigning him to the Retired...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060823C070421
President Clinton approved establishment and award of the Kosovo Campaign Medal (KCM) and campaign streamers to recognize the accomplishments of our military service members who participated in, or were in direct support of, the Kosovo operations within established areas of eligibility (AOE). Service members must have served or be currently serving in a unit participating in or directly supporting the operation for 30 consecutive days in the area of eligibility or for 60 non-consecutive...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060828C070421
The report shows that the examining official had talked with the applicant’s mother, who stated that the applicant had a long pattern of not following directions and rules, and of being rebellious; and that appeared to have been a trend since basic training. The applicant stated at various times that he wanted to get out of the Army as evidenced by a 5 January 2001 counseling report, an 11 January 2001 evaluation, and a 20 March 2001 BMD evaluation. The applicant has been diagnosed as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060831C070421
Given his record of exemplary service, the Board finds that it would be in the interest of justice to award him the GCMDL for the period of 22 November 1965 to 21 November 1968. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the GCMDL for the period of 22 November 1965 to 21 November 1968, the RVNGC w/Palm Unit Citation and the PUC.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060833C070421
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 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060838C070421
MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 26 February 2002 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2001060838 The applicant was born on 14 June 1953 and enlisted in Fort Worth, Texas on 11 July 1972 for a period of 4 years, a cash enlistment bonus, assignment to Fort Hood, Texas, and basic training at Fort Ord, California. Army Regulation 635-200, in effect at the time, set forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060843C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. However, based on the evidence in the available record, the applicant’s explanations for the requested corrections are not more credible and do not form a basis for correction to a record that was adjudicated 55 years ago. The Board also acknowledges that the entry concerning days of lost time does not correlate with his recorded dates of creditable service, also recorded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060845C070421
The applicant requests that the Social Security Number (SSN) shown on his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) dated 16 July 2001, be corrected to reflect the new SSN issued to him by the United States Social Security Administration (SSA). Evidence provided to the board shows that on 29 June 2001, the SSA, Brownsville, Texas, administratively corrected the applicant’s SSN which was determined to have been erroneously issued to him as a child. That all of the Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060846C070421
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That her Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD Form 214, be corrected to show her current sex and name. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060850C070421
On 28 June 2000, the applicant was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service with a discharge UOTHC. On 13 August 2001, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of his discharge. The applicant has failed to submit evidence that would satisfy this requirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060852C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. During the processing of this case, an advisory opinion was requested of and obtained from the United States Army Criminal Investigation Command (CIC). The advisory opinion concludes that the applicant was properly titled and there is sufficient evidence to establish probable cause to believe the applicant committed the offense.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060853C070421
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 | 2001060855C070421
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) prescribes Army policy, criteria, and administrative instructions concerning individual military awards. Paragraph 2-10 contains guidance on awarding the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) and states, in pertinent part, that the award is authorized to any member for any period of honorable service performed after 2 August 1990. The evidence of record confirms that he received three separate awards of the AAM for meritorious achievement during...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060856C070421
The Board considered the following evidence: The evidence of record shows that the applicant was not unfit for duty at the time he was released from active duty in March 1991. In the absence of evidence showing the applicant could not perform his military duties during the period after he completed the Advanced Course for Reserve Component NCOs until his discharge in January 1997, the Board presumes he was capable of performing those duties.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060858C070421
His application to the Board is dated 26 July 2001. The applicant’s effective date of retirement was 13 July 2001. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that on 24 September 2000 the applicant completed a DD Form 1883 and declined to enroll in the RCSBP.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060860C070421
In accordance with Title 38, US Code, certain veterans benefits, such as home loan guarantees, require the veteran to complete 24 months of continuous active duty, or the full period for which ordered to active duty (at least 181 days). If he accepts the excess leave, his records will be corrected to show that he completed 24 months of active service. b. showing that he completed exactly 24 months of active service, if he consents to being credited with excess leave.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060862C070421
In support of his application, he submits an eyewitness statement, dated 23 July 2001; a neurosurgical examination, dated 20 December 1993; an Honorable Discharge Certificate, dated 24 October 1952; his DD Form 214; a National Guard Bureau (NGB) Form 22 (Report of Separation and Record of Service); and a photograph of a tank. The DD Form 214 with an effective date of 24 October 1952 contained in the applicant’s service personnel records, which was authenticated in his own hand, does not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060864C070421
The applicant’s military records show that the US Army Reserve Personnel Command (AR-PERSCOM), on 23 August 2000, mailed him a memorandum through command channels stating that he had not been selected for promotion to major. However, the applicant's DA Form 4651-R electing transfer to the Retired Reserve was forwarded to division headquarters 10 days before the deadline and should have been forwarded to AR-PERSCOM well before 23 October 2000. That all of the Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060866C070421
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Purple Heart. The applicant’s DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge), which was authenticated in his own hand at the time of his separation from the Service, does not show the Purple Heart as an authorized award. The applicant was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060868C070421
His DD Form 214 reflects that he received the following awards for his service in Southwest Asia: the Southwest Asia Service Medal with 3 bronze service stars, the Kuwait Liberation Medal (KLM-Saudi Arabia) awarded by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The entry “Kuwait Liberation Medal” currently reflected on the applicant’s DD Form 214 is the award given by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as the KLM-Kuwait was not approved until 9 November 1995, several years after the applicant’s DD Form 214 was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060869C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his last year in the U. S. Army Reserve (USAR) be corrected to reflect a “good” year. The applicant was informed correctly – he did have a “good” year for retirement as retirement year ending date (RYE) 12 July 1999.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060870C070421
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. According to a telegram, included with his application, he was “slightly wounded in action in Korea on 8 April 51.” On 14 March 1952 he was discharged. Evidence available to the Board confirms the applicant was wounded as a result of hostile action on 8 April 1951 and as such is entitled to an award of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060871C070421
The applicant requests that his Army Service Number be corrected. The applicant states that the service number on his DD Form 214, (Report of Transfer or Discharge) is incorrect (the third and fourth digits are 98 and should be 89). After reviewing the applicants complete personnel record, it appears that his service number was incorrectly entered on his DD Form 214 with the third and fourth digits as 98.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060872C070421
The applicant states that she wants transfer to the Retired Reserve instead of being discharged. Army Regulation 140-10 provides for the removal from an active status of soldiers in the Army Reserve. Furthermore, because she earned retirement points through her retirement year ending on 26 May 1996, she should have been retained in an active Reserve status on that date.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060873C070421
At the time of the Board’s 7 June 2001 decision in this case, it was the intent of the Board to correct the applicant’s record to reflect all authorized awards. In view of the foregoing findings and conclusions, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant’s records as recommended below. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by amending the Board’s recommendation appearing in the proceedings, dated 7 June 2001, AR2000051102, to show that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060877C070421
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 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Army Commendation Medal may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060878C070421
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. 85th Evacuation Hospital...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060884C070421
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: There is no evidence to support his contentions that he suffered from psychiatric problems, depression, and suicidal ideation; that he was denied medical attention; that he was discriminated against; that his chain of command did not help him; or that his legal counsel advised him to go AWOL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060887C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That the records of her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he enrolled in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) for spouse coverage. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The FSM's military records from the Army National Guard are not available. 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 | 2001060889C070421
By letter dated 21 October 1997, the U. S. Army Reserve Personnel Command (AR-PERSCOM) informed the applicant that, as the FSM did not make an RCSBP election within 90 days of the date of his 20-year letter, she would not receive an annuity if he died prior to age 60. When the FSM was placed on the TDRL in 1984 after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, he enrolled in the SBP. Considering the FSM’s previous action with regard to enrolling in the SBP, the Board agrees with the applicant’s...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060899C070421
Information herein was obtained from the applicant’s Certification of Military Service, dated 19 January 1984, and partial court-martial records. He was tried and convicted by a general court-martial on 11 August 1952 and sentenced to confinement for 1 year and a BCD. It stated that such discharged could only be issued pursuant to an approved sentence of a general or special court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060901C070421
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides for award of the Korean Service Medal. Based upon a review of the applicant's available records and pertinent Army regulations, the applicant is entitled to the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal (with 2 Bronze Service Stars), United Nations Service Medal, and the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060903C070421
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 | 2001060905C070421
In an application dated 13 August 1998 he requested award of the Purple Heart be added to his “discharge” because he was “seeking compensation for frozen feet that happened during the Battle of the Bulge.” That request, and an earlier request dated 5 May 1998 in which the applicant merely requested that his records be amended “to show my Purple Heart Medal,” were administratively closed (AR1999016430) when it was determined that his military records were not available as a result of the 1973...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060907C070421
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. On 2 October 1970, the commander notified the applicant that he was being recommended for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 for unsuitability. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was separated from the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060911C070421
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 | 2001060912C070421
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 | 2001060913C070421
The evidence of record shows she enlisted on 31 July 2001 for 3 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 31 July 2001, item 20a be corrected to show she enlisted for 3 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001060917C070421
The applicant requests that the casualty report pertaining to her brother, a deceased former service member (FSM), be corrected to show his status as battle casualty. Department of the Army Pamphlet 672-3 shows that the 2d Battalion, 12 th Cavalry was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for the period 23 October through 26 November 1965 and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for the period 9 August 1965 through 9 May 1969. That the FSM be posthumously...