ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064103C070421
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. Pertinent Army Regulations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064106C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Around March 2000, the applicant’s commander initiated separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, for pattern of misconduct. On 16 May 2001, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for an upgraded discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064115C070421
It states, in pertinent part, that a warrant officer of the Army who is retired with less than 30 years of active service is entitled, when his active service plus his service on the Retired List totals 30 years, to be advanced on the Retired List to the highest grade in which they satisfactorily served on active duty. By law, when their active service plus retired service equals 30 years, warrant officers are entitled to be advanced on the Retired List to the highest commissioned officer...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064123C070421
The applicant states that his records do not reflect his award of the Air Assault Qualification Badge (officially the Air Assault Badge), his service in three campaigns in Vietnam which include the Counteroffensive Phase VII, Consolidation I and Consolidation II, the arrowhead device to indicate his participation in combat air missions, and that he earned three overseas service bars. The same regulation provides that one bronze service star is authorized for the Vietnam Service Medal for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064126C070421
The letter also states that the applicant sustained shrapnel wounds to the right knee and thigh in Burma in 1945 and was treated by a medical aidman who was later killed. There is no evidence available in the military records available to the Board which shows the applicant was wounded or treated for wounds as a result of hostile action or that he now suffers from PTSD. Evidence of record shows that the applicant completed qualifying “Continental Service” for award of the American Campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064131C070421
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of three Army Achievement Medals, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and the Overseas Service Ribbon. The applicant states that certain awards were withheld from his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). In support of his application, he provided a certificate for award of the Army Achievement Medal; a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award), dated 23 February 2000; a DA Form 638, dated 5 April...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064134C070421
The applicant has been awarded the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman Badge after his discharge; however, they should now be displayed on his discharge document. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by amending the WD AGO 53-55 of the individual concerned to show that, in addition to the awards and qualifications already listed, he is authorized the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman Badge. _ FNE ___ __ BJE ___...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064135C070421
On 6 April 1976, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for a discharge upgrade to honorable or general. Army Regulation 635-212, in effect at the time, set for the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. However, evidence of record shows the applicant received a discharge under other than honorable conditions, not a dishonorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064139C070421
The applicant’s military records show that on 14 September 1997, while he was assigned to the 595 th Transportation Detachment, the applicant submitted a DD Form 2746 requesting enrollment in the RRMIIP under the $5,000 option. On 27 September 2001, after two previous denials, the Board granted relief to the applicant’s commander for payment of RRMIIP benefits after he finally provided supporting documentation from his commander to show that he and the members of his unit had not been...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064142C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 29 April 1977, after consulting with counsel about his rights, the applicant requested discharge under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation (AR) 635-200, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. Accordingly, on 20 May 1977, the applicant was discharged from the Army after completing 1 year, 10 months, and 3 days of creditable military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064143C070421
The Board considered the following evidence: He had served 27 days of active service and was issued an RE code of RE-3C and RE-3. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064146C070421
The applicant requests that his two Certificates of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD Forms 214, be corrected to show he served in Southwest Asia and that he was awarded the Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM) for Florida, the Army Good Conduct Medal for his first period of service, the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM), the Kuwait Liberation Medal, and the Army Lapel Button. (His DA Form 2-1 for his next period of service shows that he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal but...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064147C070421
There is no documentation of the applicant’s official status for the period from 11 June 1986 through 27 August 1987 (1 year, 2 months, 17 days); however, it appears that the KSARNG had some type of information that showed that the applicant was in an inactive reserve status during this period. The Board finds that the orders awarding the applicant her 1983 and 1986 AAM are in error. While the actual orders for the applicant’s ARCOM have not been located, the Board concludes that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064153C070421
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: That...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064154C070421
Had the applicant served on active duty since 15 August 1994 with a date of rank to Captain of 1 May 1994, he would be separated after a two-time non-selection to Major in January 2002. 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: The applicant had, in his earlier OER Board case, specifically requested that if he were selected for promotion he not be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064155C070421
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 | 2001064156C070421
However, item 31 (Foreign Service) on the applicant’s DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows that he served in Vietnam from 31 August 1968 through 7 June 1969, a total of 9 months and 8 days. The Board also considered the award certificate which shows the applicant was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service during the period August 1968 to August 1969. Based on the applicant’s service in Vietnam, and in accordance with the governing regulation, the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064158C070421
The applicant requests award of the Presidential Unit Citation. The applicant states that he was a member of the 551 st Parachute Infantry Battalion when it was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for its actions in January 1945 during the American counteroffensive in the Ardennes during World War II. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for his participation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064160C070421
The applicant's military record fails to show that he was awarded the Purple Heart for any injury or that he underwent medical treatment for wounds received as a result of hostile action by the enemy on 23 February 1945. The Board also noted the medical entries dated 7 November 1960, which show the applicant had surgery for removal of a tumor from his left leg. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064161C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 27 March 1975, the applicant was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of service with a discharge UOTHC. Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2001064161SUFFIXRECONDATE BOARDED20020205TYPE OF DISCHARGE(UOTHC)DATE OF DISCHARGE19750327DISCHARGE...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064164C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant’s commander notified him on 26 March 1985 that he was initiating action to separate him from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 15, for homosexuality. The RE Code issued to the applicant at the time of his discharge was in accordance with the applicable regulations and the applicant has provided no evidence to show otherwise.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064179C070421
If the commander’s decision remains the same, the commander will forward his or her statement, the individual’s statement, and his or her consideration for filing in the individual’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ), DA Form 201. The immediate commander’s decision to award the Army Good Conduct Medal will be based on his or her personal knowledge and of the individual’s official records for the periods of service under previous commanders during the period for which the award is to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064180C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his 20 September 2000 discharge from the United States Army Reserve (USAR) be voided, that his payments under the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP) be continued and that he be paid all back payments that he should have received had he not been discharged. Although officials at the ARPERSCOM indicate that the applicant submitted a resignation, the applicant contends that he did so based on the advice he received from those officials at the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064185C070421
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 | 2001064192C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. His request was approved on 13 February 1986. The applicant has failed to convince the Board through the evidence submitted or the evidence of record that his discharge was unjust and should be upgraded.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064200C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. In support of his application, the applicant submitted an extract from an Army Times newspaper, dated 8 May 1978, which contained the names of individuals who were selected for promotion and placed on the SFC/E-7 promotion list. The Board notes the applicant’s contention that he should be advanced to the rank and pay grade of SFC/E-7 on the Retired List because he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064205C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) based upon his award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). c. The World War II Victory Medal (WWII Victory Medal) is awarded for service between 7 December 1941 and 31 December 1946, both dates inclusive. 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 to DD Form 214 [and, in this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064206C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his 2 February 2001, discharge from the United States Army Reserve (USAR) be voided, that he be placed on the Retired List effective 30 January 1993, and that his records be corrected to show that he was not eligible for promotion or twice non-selected for promotion to the rank of major. A review of his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) reveals that the applicant has an excellent record of service during his tenure on active duty in both an enlisted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064207C070421
The applicant’s military records show that, with a degree and license in practical nursing, she enlisted in the Regular Army for 4 years on 27 August 1999 in MOS 91C, and for the US Army Station/Unit/Command/Area Enlistment Program, and the ACASP. The applicant was enlisted under the ACASP in MOS 91C. Her enlistment contract specified that she would enter the Army as an SPC/E-4 and, upon completion of training, would be promoted to the rank of SGT/E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064234C070421
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he enlisted under the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP), that his term of enlistment consisted of 4 years, loan repayment up to a maximum of $65,000, and disenrollment from the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) program. The evidence of record shows that the applicant enlisted under the LRP and acquired student loans prior to his entry on active duty. Therefore, the Army is not authorized to repay the applicant’s student loan.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064236C070421
The applicant was enlisted under the ACASP in MOS 91C. Her enlistment contract specified that she would enter the Army as an SPC/E-4 and, upon completion of training, would be promoted to the rank of SGT/E-5. The applicant’s chain of command supports her promotion to SGT/E-5 with a date of rank and effective date of 18 January 2000.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064238C070421
DFAS recommended that the applicant’s reenlistment date be corrected to show he reenlisted prior to exceeding 14 years of service. To avoid any possible problems with the payment of this SRB, the applicant’s records should be corrected to show he reenlisted on 18 May 2001, the Friday before he reached 14 years of active service as shown by his 7 June 2001 reenlistment contract. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing he reenlisted on 18...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064239C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: As the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), correction of her husband’s military records to show award of the Purple Heart. She contends that the FSM was treated for his shrapnel wounds and received the Purple Heart somewhere in Italy.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064250C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of his request to have the Botswana Defense Force Parachutist Badge added to his record and that the incorrect enlistment date and unit to which transferred contained in the enclosed original decisional document (AR2001054202), published by this Board on 10 July 2001, be corrected. In addition, he asks reconsideration of his request to have the Botswana Defense Force Parachutist Badge added to his separation document and that he be provided...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064258C070421
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 Board considered the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064259C070421
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 | 2001064261C070421
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 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064264C070421
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 Board considered the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064265C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that the no entry in item 19 (Indochina or Korea Service since August 5, 1964) of his separation document (DD Form 214), dated 11 December 1974, be changed to yes. The regulation, in effect at the time, called for a “Yes” entry in item 19 of the DD Form 214 if a member actually served in Indochina or Korea during the period covered by the separation document. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant served 1 year, 10 months, and 13 days of foreign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064266C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant was discharged on 17 May 1983 by reason of a physical disability (trochanter bursitis, right hip) rated at 10 percent by the Army. The Board has considered the applicant’s contention that because the VA has rated his service connected disabilities at a higher rate than the Army’s original rating, the Army should increase its rating in order to permit the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064268C070421
The applicant requests that his Report of Separation, WD AGO 53-55, be corrected to change his military occupational specialty (MOS) from Light Truck Driver to Infantryman, that he be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and the Bronze Star Medal (BSM), and that the Ardennes campaign be added. The soldier must be an infantryman satisfactorily performing infantry duties, must be assigned to an infantry unit during such time as the unit is engaged in active ground combat, and must...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064269C070421
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 | 2001064271C070421
The applicant requests that he be granted credit for retirement points for the period December 1998 to December 2000. The applicant states that he was a troop program member (TPU) until 30 March 2001, and on that date was transferred to the Retired Reserve due to his Mandatory Removal Date (MRD), and remained in the Active Reserve for 2 additional years. However, the evidence of record shows that he did serve 2 additional years past his MRD and should be entitled to receive credit for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064272C070421
The evidence of record shows that the applicant was physically fit to perform his duties at the time of his separation from active duty. Although he was being treated for a back condition at the time he enlisted in the ARNG, he had indicated that he believed that he was medically qualified to perform satisfactory military service. He requested discharge from the ARNG two years later but his request did not indicate that he believed himself to be physically unfit for duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064274C070421
Applicant: But did you say that to me? She alleged fraudulent and deceptive recruitment practices by the Army; the PMS duped her, a “trusting young 17 year old girl with no preconceived notions of the Army” when he first pursued her; the PMS misrepresented and manipulated the entry requirements as evidenced by her failure to meet the weight requirements or pass the physical test prior to her signing the contract; the PMS led her to believe that weight and physical conditioning were not a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064276C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his record be corrected to show he served as a tanker as opposed to a tailor, as is listed in his separation document (DD Form 214). The applicant’s military records were not available to the Board for review. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal for his honorable period of service from 2 February 1951 to 16 January 1954; by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064283C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show that he was awarded two Army Achievement Medals and the Army Commendation Medal. A certificate and DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) show the applicant was recommended for and awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service while assigned as a parachute rigger for the period 30 May 1994 to 23 August 1996. In addition his award of the Army Commendation Medal covered 2 years of his 2 years and 9 months of service;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064284C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), dated 31 August 2000, to show a break in service, that item 7a (Place of Entry Into Active Duty) be corrected to show the entry “Montgomery, AL” instead of “Chicago, IL” and that item 7b (Home of Record at Time of Entry) be corrected to show the entry “Lot 203, Twins Trailer Park, Daleville, Alabama 36322.” The evidence of records shows that the applicant’s home of record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064285C070421
The FSM was offered the options of discharge from the USAR; transfer to the Retired Reserve if eligible (if he had over 15 years of service, he could be eligible for retirement benefits at age 60); or a waiver for retention. Public Law 95-397, the RCSBP, enacted 30 September 1978, provided a way for those who had qualified for reserve retirement but were not yet age 60 to provide an annuity for their survivors should they die before reaching age 60. That all of the Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001064286C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. After consulting with legal counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10. On 8 June 1979, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of his discharge.