ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065377C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show that item 5 (Department, Component and Branch or Class), DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty), dated 23 December 1976, reads ARMY. On 28 October 1976, his unit commander advised him that he intended to recommend him for an honorable discharge under Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 5 (Expeditious Discharge Program), based on his poor attitude, lack of motivation, inability to adapt emotionally and his failure to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065388C070421
On 11 March 1992, the applicant was notified of his pending separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, for a pattern of misconduct. On 11 March 1992, the unit commander initiated action to separate the applicant under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, for misconduct (pattern of misconduct). On 12 November 2001, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065389C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The Board notes the applicant’s contention that his UOTHC discharge should be upgraded because his medical problems impaired his ability to serve and it carefully considered the new medical evidence he submitted with his application. However, in the opinion of the Board, the new evidence provided by the applicant only confirms what was already known and considered by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065390C070421
He also stated that he understood the regulation to provide that the reduction board could lawfully convene on or after 20 December 1999 (the regulation requiring a member to be given 15 days notification). Notification of a board hearing date will be made only after counsel is available as requested by the soldier. If a soldier requests military counsel, as the applicant requested on 1 December 1999, the convening authority will forward the request to the local TDS official for necessary action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065401C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That her husband’s records be corrected to show that he was placed on the retired list, rated 100 percent disabled, prior to his death on active duty. APPLICANT STATES : That her husband, the former service member (FSM), was undergoing a medical evaluation board (MEB) at the time of his death on 13 May 2000. If the PEB determines that an individual is physically unfit, it recommends the percentage of disability to be awarded which, in turn, determines whether an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065403C070421
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 application to correct his military records by showing that he was awarded the Combat Medical Badge based on his service during Operation Desert Storm. The original consideration by the ABCMR denied the request for award of the Combat Medical Badge solely because there was no evidence that the applicant was personally...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065404C070421
The applicant’s refusal to extend his enlistment placed him in a nonpromotable status, barred him from reenlisting, and denied him eligibility for separation pay. His DD Form 214 indicates he had 5 years, 9 months and 19 days of active service, and assigned the separation code of LBK, and the reentry code of 3. Pertinent Army regulations provide that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned reentry codes based on their service records or the reason for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065409C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that her $20,000.00 Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) enlistment addendum be honored as written. On 18 May 2001 the office of the Chief, Army Reserve, denied her request for exception to policy and informed the applicant she could either remain in the unit without the increased SLRP, she could request discharge, or she could petition...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065410C070421
The applicant requests that his discharge be revoked and he be reinstated in the U. S. Army Reserve (USAR). He was requested to complete an attached election of options and was given the options of requesting transfer to the Retired Reserve, requesting a one-time waiver to the requirement to remove him from an active status (with appropriate supporting documentation indicating nonparticipation was due to circumstances beyond his control), or requesting discharge. an officer (other than a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065411C070421
In the absence of evidence to the contrary, the applicant’s conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations, and his discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which he was convicted. 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 applicant the United Nations Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065418C070421
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. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065419C070421
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 STATES : In...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065424C070421
The applicant states that her entry grade of PFC/pay grade E-3 was authorized, but she was enlisted in the rank of private/pay grade E-1. The opinion states that the applicant enlisted under the ACASP in MOS 98G. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing the individual concerned enlisted on 31 October 2000 in pay grade E-3.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065425C070421
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. There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065426C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Part IIIc is almost verbatim with Part IIIc of his NCOER for the period ending March 1993 except for mentioning 55 sites (vice 64) and “maintains two Network Control Centers for two uniquely different systems worth over $6 million…” The entry leaves the entire first line blank. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065427C070421
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. 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 | 2001065430C070421
The applicant requests that his Report of Separation, WD AGO Form 53-55, be amended to add the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) (based upon award of the CIB), and four arrowheads. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Bronze Star Medal. That the applicant’s WD AGO Form 53-55 be amended to indicate assault landing credit after the Sicily and Southern France...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065431C070421
The applicant requests that her Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD Form 214, for the period ending 24 June 1991 be corrected to show she had continuous service from 30 April 1981 to 1 July 1991, to add the Volunteer Service Ribbon, to show that she is entitled to wear the numeral 2 with the Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (NPDR), and to add the three unit supply specialist courses she attended. She provides her DD Form 214 for the period ending...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065432C070421
Officials at the ARPERSCOM opined that the applicant had been considered for the first time by the 1999 Reserve Components (RC) Major Promotion Selection Board based on his DOR to CPT in 1991 and under current policies, he should have his DOR adjusted to the date he occupied a position requiring the rank of MAJ, since he was not eligible for consideration by a Reserve Component Selection Board when he reached his MYIG. Paragraph (a) states, in pertinent part, that officers shall be placed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065433C070421
The applicant states that he was awarded the Silver Star in a ceremony at Fort Riley, KS in 1971. The applicant’s military records show that he entered active duty as a commissioned officer on 6 June 1962. The evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action on 2 July 1967.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065436C070421
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. This form shows his unit of record as the 297 th Transportation Company. In order to correct an error, his records should reflect the award of the Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065437C070421
A copy of the applicant’s Personnel Qualification Record Part I, DA Form 2A, dated 10 November 1992 shows the applicant’s grade as Specialist Four and his date of rank as 1 November 1992. His rank and grade are noted as Private First Class, E-3 on all related documents to include his separation orders and his DD Form 214. The ADRB’s listing of his highest grade achieved as E-4, without substantiating evidence, is insufficient for the Board to grant the relief requested.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065438C070421
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 | 2001065439C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant has not presented and the records do not contain sufficient justification to conclude that it would be in the interest of justice to grant the relief requested or to excuse the failure to file within the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065441C070421
In support of his application, he submitted a request for the National Archives and Records Administration to provide him with the documentation of his Purple Heart, the Valorous Unit Award, and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation; a copy of his DD Form 214; a copy of an award certificate for award of the Air Medal; a citation for award of the Air Medal; a copy of an award certificate for award of the Army Commendation Medal; a citation for award of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065442C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That he be granted a 15-year retirement under the Fiscal Year (FY) 1998 Enlisted Early Retirement Program (EERP). On 14 March 1996, the US MILGP, Enlisted Promotion Board convened to reviewed records and interview personnel for promotion to sergeant and staff sergeant (SSG).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065448C070421
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. On 7 November 2001, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request to upgrade his discharge. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065450C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The recommendation was approved, and on 18 August 2000 the applicant was discharged and his service was “uncharacterized.” His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) indicates he was issued an SPD (separation program designator) Code of “JGA” and an RE Code of “3.” It notes that “JGA” is the appropriate SPD code for individuals separated under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065453C070421
There is no evidence in the available records that shows the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action. The Board also concluded that had the battalion surgeon determined the applicant was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action, then he could have submitted the appropriate casualty report on 1 June 1952 which would have resulted in award of the Purple Heart. His argument 49 years after the fact that, it is “reasonable” to assume the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065465C070421
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged in pay grade E-2 and was issued RE codes of RE-3 and RE-3C. The applicant's new discharge document shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 5, section II, directed by the Secretary of the Army and issued RE code of RE-3C. RE-3C applies to persons who have completed more than 4 months service who do not meet the basic eligibility pay grade requirements of chapter 2, Army Regulation 601-280, or who...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065468C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Army Regulation 600-8-22 provides that the Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency and fidelity during a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. There is no evidence in the applicant's official military personnel file that his commander ever disqualified him for award of the Good Conduct Medal and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065469C070421
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. Table 1 (Army Units in Numerical Order) of the pamphlet indicates that the applicant’s unit was subsequently awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm (RVNGC w/palm) Unit Citation and the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class (RVNCAHM-FC) Unit Citation for service in Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065475C070421
By regulation, Army Guidance Counselors are required to verify that a member enlisting for the LRP has qualifying loans and to advise those members if any loan is not eligible for repayment. In doing so, the applicant’s military records may be corrected to show her DA Form 3286-66 was amended to include the sentence “If a student loan is accepted by the official processing you for enlistment as payable under the LRP and the government fails to verify that the student loan accepted actually...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065486C070421
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous application to correct his military records by showing that he was discharged in the rank of sergeant (SGT) and his most significant assignment was Headquarters Company, 8 th Cavalry Regiment, 1 st Cavalry Division. Accordingly, his records should be corrected to reflect that his branch was infantry instead of artillery (item 4 of DD Form 214) and that his most significant duty assignment (item 28) was the 8 th Cavalry Regiment, 1 st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065491C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. NEW EVIDENCE OR INFORMATION : Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in a memorandum prepared to reflect the Board's original consideration of his case on 26 August 1999 (case number AR1999019146). As correctly stated in the Board's 26 August 1999 consideration, the applicant is entitled to six awards of the GCMDL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065492C070421
The version effective 24 July 1996, paragraph 3-6 states that a commander’s decision whether to file a record of nonjudicial punishment on the performance fiche of a soldier’s OMPF is as important as the decision relating to the imposition of nonjudicial punishment itself. Paragraph 3-37 states that, for soldiers Specialist or Corporal and below (prior to punishment), the original Record of Proceedings under Article 15, UCMJ (DA Form 2627) will be filed locally in unit nonjudicial...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065493C070421
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 | 2001065495C070421
The applicant states that he has only been paid $4,000 of his authorized $10,000 enlistment bonus. On his DD Form 1966/3 (Record of Military Processing – Armed Forces of the United States), in Section VI (Remarks), it shows that he is authorized an $8,000 high grade enlistment bonus for his college degree and a $2,000 MOS enlistment bonus, for a total enlistment bonus of $10,000. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected for the individual concerned...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065496C070421
At the time of his enlistment, his Record of Military Processing – Armed Forces of the United States (DD Form 1966/1) was prepared to reflect that he was enlisting for training as an attack helicopter repairman in military occupational specialty (MOS) 67R, for a period of 3 years and assignment to Fort Stewart, Georgia. In the processing of this case a staff advisory opinion was obtained from the Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM) Retention Management Division, which opined that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065498C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. It is noted that the PERSCOM mentioned that, while the applicant stated that she was separated at the time she had an affair with the soldier in question, she did not provide a copy of the separation decree. The Board concurs with the PERSCOM, that the applicant has not provided any evidence to show that she was legally separated at the time she had an affair with the man...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065510C070421
It also mandates that the promotion authority establish the zones of consideration for promotion, announce the convening of the promotion selection board, and produce the memorandum of instructions to the promotion board members. The Board notes the contentions of the applicant that he should be granted a waiver of the zone of consideration age requirement established by the promotion authority and that his records should be placed before a STAB using the promotion criteria established for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065511C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The Board notes that the applicant’s current contention that he was given an extension of leave over the phone but was charged with being AWOL anyway is different from his contention at the time that he tried to contact his unit through the services of his recruiter but was unable to do so. While the Board sympathizes with the applicant’s reasons for wanting a leave...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065512C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show he was assigned to Companies A and C of the 10 th Armored (Infantry) Battalion, 4 th Armored Division. The Board concludes that there is sufficient evidence to show the applicant was assigned to the 10 th Armored Infantry Battalion, 4 th Armored Division and was most likely transferred to the 27 th Armored Infantry Battalion, 9 th Armored Division only for demobilization purposes. That the applicant’s records be corrected to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065513C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The commander stated that the applicant’s history of misconduct violated acceptable The applicant's discharge was appropriate because the quality of his service was not consistent with the Army's standards for acceptable personal conduct and performance of duty by military personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065515C070421
The Board considered the following evidence: There is an administrative error on the applicant’s DD Form 4/3. The evidence of record shows he enlisted on 12 September 2001 for 4 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065517C070421
The evidence of record shows he enlisted on 1 November 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 1 November 2001, item 20a, be corrected to show that he enlisted for 3 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065519C070421
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 he enlisted on 29 October 2001 for 3 years and 00 weeks. That the applicant’s DD Form 4/3, dated 29 October 2001, item 20a, be corrected to show he enlisted for 3 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065520C070421
The evidence of record shows he enlisted on 31 October 2001 for 6 years and 00 weeks, not 8 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 October 2001, item 20a, be corrected to show that he enlisted for 6 years and 00 weeks.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065521C070421
Army Regulation 135-180 (Qualifying Service for Retired Pay Nonregular Service), prescribes the policy and procedures for granting retired pay benefits at age 60, for the Army National Guard and Army Reserve. Paragraph 2-11 of this regulation covers computation of retired pay and paragraph 2-11c requires that each retirement applicant’s record will be screened to determine the highest grade held during his or her military service. Therefore, the Board recommends that the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001065522C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that his DD Form 4/3, item 20a, erroneously shows he enlisted for 3 years and 00 weeks. The evidence of record shows he enlisted on 25 October 2001 for 4 years and 00 weeks, not 3 years and 00 weeks. That the applicant’s DD Form 4/3, dated 25 October 2001, item 20a, be corrected to show he enlisted for 4 years and 00 weeks.