ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066142C070421
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. Soldiers are authorized 10 days of PTDY and made be granted an additional 10 days if requested and approved. While the DFAS has clearly indicated that she was not authorized PTDY for the period in question, the available evidence shows that her commander approved the leave (absence).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066144C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 19 October 1998, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) reviewed the applicant’s case, and it determined that the quality of the applicant’s overall record of service was sufficiently mitigating to warrant an upgrade of his UOTHC discharge to a GD. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066147C070421
The Board notes the applicant’s contention that memorandum, dated 1 March 1996, Subject: Notification of Promotion Status, should be removed from his OMPF and it finds this claim has merit. Further, PERSCOM, St. Louis, promotion officials have already taken action to void the memorandum in question and recommends it be removed from the applicant’s OMPF. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by removing PERSCOM, St. Louis, memorandum, dated 1 March...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066162C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 18 September 1988, the Army Discharge Review Board, in an unanimous opinion, denied the applicant’s request to upgrade his discharge to honorable. That board noted that the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) had removed from the applicant’s record all reference to the positive urinalysis received on 21 September 1984.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066163C070421
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. Subsequent to his separation, the applicant submitted a request to the Army Discharge Review Board to have his discharge upgraded. The applicant has not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066164C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his military records be corrected to show the rank of warrant officer. The Board notes the applicant’s contention that his record should be corrected to show he held the rank of warrant officer. The evidence of record confirms that the highest rank to which the applicant was actually promoted and held while serving on active duty was SGT.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066165C070421
On 7 May 1992, the Chief, Soldier Support Division, AR-PERSCOM notified the applicant that his term of service had expired and advised him that he had the option of selecting either a transfer to the Retired Reserve or a discharge, and that if he did not respond he would be discharged. 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 evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066166C070421
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. Accordingly, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant’s records to show that he was promoted to the grade of captain effective on the date he entered terminal leave status - 29 March 1946. Moreover, he is also entitled to a third bronze battle star to his Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal as having been a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066167C070421
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That her records be corrected to show her new social security number (SSN).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066169C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Pertinent Army regulations provide that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE Codes, based on their service records or Army Regulation 635-5-1 states that SPD Codes are three-character alphabetic combinations, which identify reasons for, and types of separation from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066173C070421
Item 46 of the applicant’s DA Form 20 shows he was assigned to the 4 th Ranger Airborne from 11 May – 5 August 1951. The evidence of record shows that item 28 of his DD Form 214 contains the correct entry. 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 15 September 1951 – 14 September 1954.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066174C070421
He also provides a copy of a DA Form 1577 (Authorization for Issuance of Awards) issued on 18 January 2001 by the National Personnel Records Center in St. Louis showing that the FSM was issued the following awards: the Good Conduct Medal, the European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal with 4 bronze service stars and an arrowhead, the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany clasp, the Honorable Service Lapel Button WWII, and the Marksman Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066175C070421
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. In support of his application, he provides a history of his service in the RVN and a list of the units of the 25 th Infantry Division for which he served. Further, the Board notes that, although the applicant’s record confirms that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, the 3 bronze service stars to which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066176C070421
A review of the applicant’s records fails to show any indication that the applicant was ever wounded/injured or ever treated for any such wounds/injuries while on active duty. The available evidence of record found in this case fails to indicate that the applicant was wounded/injured as a result of enemy action, that he was treated by medical personnel, and that such treatment was made a matter of official record. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066177C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that he was awarded the AM but it is not included in the list of awards recorded in his separation document (DD Form 214). The applicant’s military records show that on 8 November 1967, he was inducted into the Army of the United States and entered active duty for a period of 2 years. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned earned the Air Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066182C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that a LOR dated 10 August 1996, was unjustly placed in his records without his knowledge and without being referred to him, in violation of the applicable Army Regulations. The LOR indicates that the commander issued the LOR and directed that it be filed in the applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ). Following completion of the administrative corrections directed herein, the proceedings of the Board and all documents related to this appeal be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066183C070421
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: Although the applicant’s records show that he completed 2 years of ROTC at the time of his enlistment in the USAR, the Board cannot determine with any degree of certainty why he was not enlisted in the pay grade of E-3.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066184C070421
On 19 November 2001, the Defense Legal Services Agency, after reviewing the applicant’s case, notified her that because “full replacement protection was ordered and paid for, but full replacement value was not paid,” she could attempt to get the Army to offset the $335.70 against a future payment to the mover, or she could petition this Board for relief from the $308.38 debt. When she contracted to ship her HHGs to her place of retirement, the applicant requested full replacement protection...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066186C070421
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. The applicant's discharge was appropriate because the quality of service was not consistent with the Army's standards for acceptable personal conduct and performance of duty by militarypersonnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066187C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The ADRB denied his request on 7 November 1974. Chapter 10 of the regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may at any time after charges have been preferred, submit a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066189C070421
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, and any other awards associated with his service in Vietnam. The Board also notes that applicant's military personnel file reflects two different SSANs and in the absence of official documentation from the Social Security Administration cannot correct the applicant's records. The evidence confirms that the applicant did serve in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066192C070421
He also requests correction of item 14 (Military Education) on his DD Form 214 to show completion of the Basic NCO Course, the Primary Leadership Development Course, the Unit Prevention Leader Certification Course, the Small Group Instructor Training Course, Dragon Certification, the Unit Armorer Course, the Combat Lifesaver Course, Air Assault School and the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) Regimental Orientation Program. In support of his application, he submits five award certificates,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066197C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. RSFPP coverage was retained unless the member specifically enrolled in the SBP. 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 | 2001066198C070421
The Retirement Services Noncommissioned Officer for the Tennessee Army National Guard states that she believes the FSM was not properly counseled as to how inexpensive coverage for his daughter would have been and on how to change his Survivor Benefit Plan Election Certificate, DD Form 1883, upon a change of dependency (such as divorce). Although as of 19 March 2002 records at DFAS still indicate that the FSM’s former spouse was his SBP beneficiary, they did not have any divorce documents...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066199C070421
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS :That he be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066200C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Public Law 98-94, dated 24 September 1983, established former spouse coverage for retired members (Reservists, too). It also permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the member’s agreement) in those cases where the retiree had elected spouse coverage at retirement or was still on active duty and had not yet made an SBP election.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066203C070421
APPLICANT STATES : That his 6-year Reserve enlistment contract was truly unjust and that he was under the impression that he needed to reenlist in order to continue receiving his Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) payments. The applicant’s records failed to show an enlistment contract for the period 22 March 2000 to 5 June 2001. The period of military service for all enlisted soldiers of the Army will be accordance with applicable laws.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066204C070421
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. There is no evidence in the available records which shows the applicant completed any regular Army service or Reserve service following his separation in 1971. When separation for unsuitability was warranted an honorable or general discharge was issued as determined by the separation authority based upon the individual's entire record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066206C070421
The medic who assisted him with his injury told him that since there were no shrapnel fragments present in his leg the Purple Heart would not be awarded to him. There are no orders in the applicant’s service records, which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. The evidence of record also shows that the applicant was assigned to a unit at the time the unit was awarded the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm and he served in the RVN during 5 Campaigns, entitling him to wear a silver service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066208C070421
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. PURPOSE : To determine whether the application was submitted within the time limit established by law, and if not, whether it is in the interest of justice to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066210C070421
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 | 2001066211C070421
The applicant states, in effect, that some of his military medical records are not correct. A W.D., AGO Form 8-24 (medical form), dated 7 June 1954 from Madigan Army Hospital states that the applicant sprained the ligaments of the left ankle on 5 May 1954 while running at Yakima Firing Center, Yakima, Washington. There is no evidence of record to show that the applicant sustained a second injury on 17 May 1954 when thrown from a tank at the Yakima Firing Center, Yakima, Washington.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066215C070421
His counsel contends, in effect, that since the applicant's service medical records were destroyed in the 1973 fire that all reasonable doubt should go to the applicant. Counsel states that since the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has granted the applicant service connection for scars as the residual of shrapnel wounds, the applicant is entitled to the Purple Heart. The applicant’s request for the Army of Occupation Medal is a new issue that requires Board consideration.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066223C070421
The Board noted that the applicant is entitled to award of the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation which are not shown on his DD Form 214. Evidence available to the Board shows the applicant was authorized award of the Korean Service Medal with one bronze service star, the United Nations Service Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge; therefore, his DD Form 214 will be amended to show these awards. The applicant served a period of qualifying...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066231C070421
Evidence of record shows the applicant served as a rifleman in Korea. Evidence of record also shows the applicant was hospitalized from 30 December 1950 to 16 January 1951. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Purple Heart for frostbite in December 1950 in Korea on his DD Form 214 with an effective date of 18 December 1951.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066232C070421
There is no evidence, or medical records, which confirm he was wounded as a result of hostile action while in Vietnam. The applicant did, however, have honorable service between 4 August 1966 and 14 March 1969 with no evidence of any misconduct. The applicant did, however, complete a qualifying period of service for award of the Good Conduct Medal on 14 March 1969 and the Board finds no basis to deny him the award for the period 4 August 1966 through 14 March 1969.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066235C070421
He states that although his separation document does not indicate that he was wounded in action, a Western Union Telegram to his spouse confirms that he was wounded. There is sufficient evidence to confirm that the applicant was injured as a result of hostile action on 12 April 1952 and as such the Board concludes it would be appropriate, and in the interest of justice, to award the applicant the Purple Heart. The evidence also confirms the applicant is entitled to the National Defense...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066237C070421
In September 2001 the applicant was awarded the Legion of Merit and the October 2000 orders awarding the applicant her third Meritorious Service Medal were revoked. The applicant’s May 2001 DD Form 214 reflects award of three Meritorious Service Medal, which includes the October 2000 award. The evidence confirms that the applicant was awarded her third Meritorious Service Medal as an interim award pending action on a Legion of Merit recommendation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066238C070421
The applicant requests that the records of her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he applied for retired pay. The evidence of record shows the FSM enrolled in the RCSBP during an Open Season but then failed to apply for retired pay in a timely manner, preventing the applicant from receiving the SBP annuity when he died. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing the FSM applied for retired pay on 1 September...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066246C070421
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Bronze Star Medal. Records available to the Board indicate the applicant entered active duty on 1 May 1968 and was assigned to Vietnam in October 1968. His award of the Bronze Star Medal is not reflected on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066251C070421
The applicant requests that his military records be corrected to reflect award of three Army Achievement Medals, the National Defense Service Medal, a Driver and Mechanic Badge, and the 25 Mile Manchu Road March Award. The evidence confirms that the applicant was awarded three awards of the Army Achievement Medal and his separation document should be corrected accordingly. The applicant's Manchu belt buckle is a distinctive unit device, not listed in Army Regulation 600-8-22, and as such...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066252C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Soldier’s Medal. There is no evidence of record, and the applicant has provided no evidence, which shows that he was recommended for award of the Soldier’s Medal by his chain of command at the time of his actions on 18 July 1968 in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066254C070421
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. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066255C070421
His records also show that on 29 January 1969, a week after his REFRAD, orders were published in Vietnam, which awarded him the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for meritorious service in Vietnam. After carefully examining the applicant’s record of service, the Board has determined that the applicant should have received the AGCM for his service from 13 June 1967 to 23 January 1969. Therefore, in the interest of justice, the Board determined that this error should be corrected and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066258C070421
The opinion also stated that since the applicant met the time in grade (TIG) requirement on 25 June 1999, it is recommended that he be issued a corrected promotion order with a DOR of 25 June 1999, and an effective date of 3 January 2000. Chapter 1405 (Promotions), section 14304 of the ROPMA law, states that officers who are on the Reserve Active Status List (RASL) shall be considered for promotion to the next higher grade by a promotion board convened under section 14101(a), a Reserve...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066259C070421
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. A review of the applicant’s records fails to show that he ever applied for a 15-year retirement. The applicant applied to the Board on 27 June 1996, requesting that he be reinstated on active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066260C070421
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: NOTE: The Army Review Boards Agency in St. Louis should correct the applicant’s records to show award of the Air Medal, Second Award with “V” device, the Army Commendation Medal with...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066261C070421
On 9 June 2000, the discharge authority accepted the applicant’s resignation in lieu of trial by court-martial and directed that he be separated from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 600-8-24, paragraph 3-13 with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. It also stated that documents with enclosures to related adverse actions, which resulted in elimination from the service, would be filed on the restricted (R) fiche of the OMPF. The evidence of record shows that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066265C070421
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That he be granted a United States Army Reserve (USAR) Retirement, effective when he reached age 60. APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he was illegally denied a USAR Retirement at age 60, when he had previously been certified as eligible for retirement in 1979. On 16 February 2000, the ARPERSCOM, in response to an application for retired pay at age 60 from the applicant, informed him that he was not eligible for retired pay at age 60 because he had only 8 years of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2001 | 2001066266C070421
The spouse’s concurrence must be obtained and dated on or after the date of the member’s election but before the retirement date. Retiring members and spouses were to be informed of the SBP options and effects. The evidence of record shows the applicant completed the DD Form 2656 almost two months prior to his retirement date.