ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069889C070402
The applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) is void of any award recommendations, orders, or other documents that would indicate the applicant was recommended for, awarded, or entitled to receive the CIB, PH, BSM, or SS. The Parachutist Badge, CIB, PH, BSM, and SS were not included in this list of authorized awards included in the separation document. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant successfully completed the basic airborne course, and as a result was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069890C070402
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: The evidence of record shows that the highest official attainable rank during the FSM’s tour of duty was “M Sgt/1st Sgt” and that there is no record of any duty title for “Sergeant Major”...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069891C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002069892C070402
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, and it is concluded: The Board notes the applicant’s contentions that the quality of his service prior to his court-martial conviction, the fact that he was not afforded the opportunity to be retrained,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069894C070402
There are no orders in the applicant's service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. The Board notes the entry in item 30 of his DD Form 214 which shows that he had 5 days of excess leave from 12 to 16 March 1969, while serving in Vietnam at that time. However, there is no evidence in the available records and the applicant has not provided any evidence to show that he was not granted 5 days of excess leave from 12 to 16 March 1969.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069895C070402
The DD Form 214 issued to the applicant on the date of his separation from the Army lists a SSN in addition to his service number. The listed SSN differs from the one recorded in the applicant’s social security card. The evidence of records confirms that his service number was recorded in the military documents prepared and published throughout his active duty service and that the only military record document that contains a SSN is the DD Form 214 issued to him upon his separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069899C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002069900C070402
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show that she participated in Southwest Asia in support of Operation Desert Shield. The primary Desert Shield/Storm file contains one record for each active duty member who participated in-theater between 2 August 1990 and Evidence of record shows that the applicant was ordered to active duty for ADSW in support of Operation Desert Shield.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069902C070402
Army Regulation 600-8-22 provides, in pertinent part, that the Purple Heart is awarded for wounds sustained as a result of hostile action. The evidence confirms the applicant was wounded in action on 14 November 1944 while in the European Theater of Operations. As such, the Board concludes that it would appropriate, and in the interest of justice, to award the applicant the Purple Heart and correct his records accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069903C070402
The applicant states that he retired after 25 years of service in the permanent rank of 1ST SGT (1SG), pay grade E-8. He contends that his records also show he only served for 20 years and was retired in the rank of master sergeant, pay grade E-8. The evidence of record clearly shows that the applicant held the position and rank of 1SG, in pay grades E-7 and E-8, for over 17 years of his career and his record should be corrected to show he retired as a 1SG.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069908C070402
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 be corrected to show that he received four awards of the Army Achievement Medal, two awards of the Army Commendation Medal, an Overseas Service Ribbon, an Army Good Conduct Medal, an award for his participation in Task Force 99-02 in Kuwait, and an Expert Qualification Badge. The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in the Army for three years on 31 August 1995. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069909C070402
APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) with an effective date of 16 December 1966 to show award of the Legion of Merit, the Senior Parachutist Badge and the Senior Army Aviator Badge. There are no orders for the Senior Army Aviator Badge in the applicant’s service personnel records. Therefore, there is no basis for granting the applicant’s request to show this badge on his DD Form 214 with an effective date of 16 December 1966.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069915C070402
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 he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069917C070402
When the Korean War Service Medal is authorized by the Department of the Air Force, the applicant may apply to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to add this foreign unit award to his DD Form 214. DA Form 1577 (Authorization for Issuance of Awards), dated 8 February 2002, shows the Department of the Army determined that the applicant was eligible for award of the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069926C070402
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. Evidence of record shows that the applicant was awarded an infantry MOS. Therefore, he is entitled to award of the CIB and correction of his records to show this badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069927C070402
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 requests correction of his records to show award of the Purple Heart. 6. Review of the applicant's records reveals that he may also be entitled to award of the Bronze Star Medal based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, the American Campaign Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069931C070402
The 63d Infantry Platoon was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation with Palm for its actions during the time the applicant was assigned to that unit. Except for the period of time that he underwent training, the applicant was assigned to a combat tracker team throughout his tour in Vietnam. Although there is no evidence to show that he engaged in combat, it is improbable that he served in a combat tracker team for approximately...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069935C070402
The applicant requests correction of his records to show that he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. It reflects that he was granted 20 points for one award of the Army Commendation Medal. Orders reflect that the applicant was awarded the Air Assault Badge and the Army Good Conduct Medal, second award, for the period 22 October 1989 through 21 October 1992.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069937C070402
The applicant’s military records show that he served as an enlisted member of the Army National Guard in Pennsylvania and then New Jersey, from 24 April 1980 through 26 June 1987. The applicant was correctly discharged according to regulation and law for two-time nonselection for promotion to CPT and is not eligible to be reinstated in the Reserve as an officer beyond the correction date of 12 February 2001 above, although he may be eligible to enlist which can be determined by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069938C070402
It states, in pertinent part, that the PH is awarded to any member who has been wounded or killed in action. Therefore, the Board is compelled to deny the requested relief in the interest of fairness to all those who served in World War II and who face similar circumstances. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the Bronze Star Medal for his exemplary conduct in ground combat during World War II, and the first...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069942C070402
The applicant requests that he awarded the Purple Heart, Air Medal and any other awards to which he is entitled. The applicant’s military records were not available for review by the Board. The orders provided by the applicant contain a list of soldiers from his unit who were awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action against an armed enemy on 26 February 1968.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069943C070402
In support of his application, the applicant provided a 26 February 2002 letter from the North Carolina Division of Veterans Affairs; two statements, one dated 17 January 2001 and one undated, from a person who asserts that he served with the applicant in Vietnam; a copy of the applicant’s DD Form 214; a copy of a Standard Form 502 (Clinical Record), dated 19 August 1968; a DA Form 8-275-2 (Clinical Record Cover Sheet) with a disposition date of 18 September 1968; a Standard Form 502, dated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069944C070402
This document shows the unit, to which the applicant was assigned, the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Division, was cited for award of the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation for actions during the period 1-5 September 1950 by Department of the Army General Orders Number 35-51. When the Korean War Service Medal is authorized by the Department of the Air Force, the applicant may apply to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to add this foreign unit award to his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069950C070402
The applicant requests that his military record be corrected to show that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with “V” device and 1 st oak leaf cluster (OLC), the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) with “V” device and the Purple Heart. While there are no orders or medical records showing that the applicant is entitled to the Purple Heart, the citation for the BSM with “V” device clearly shows that he was wounded in the face as a result of enemy action on 20 July 1968, during the same...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069952C070402
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant was counseled on two occasions by his section leader on 1 February 2001, one a performance counseling for the month of January 2001, and another, a counseling informing him that he was not recommended to appear before a promotion board. The applicant’s commanding officer recommended to the separation authority that the applicant be discharged from the Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069956C070402
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 26 November 1973, the applicant submitted an appeal to the punishment of the Article 15 proceedings, dated 10 October 1973. In reviewing the applicant’s record, the Board noted his record of indiscipline, to include nonjudicial punishments and a special court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069958C070402
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. On 24 November 1971, the applicant was separated with a GD. The applicant has not presented and the records do not contain sufficient justification to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069964C070402
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his records be corrected to show he enrolled in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP). Public Law 105-261, enacted 17 October 1998, established an Open Season to be conducted 1 March 1999 – 29 February 2000. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations, and advisory opinion, it is concluded:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069966C070402
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. She states that she was advised that two officers would provide supporting statements to show that she should receive a medical discharge; however, she was informed to sign the papers and that prior to out processing her record would be changed to show a medical discharge. The Army must find a member physically unfit before he can be medically retired or separated.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069967C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002069969C070402
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Around October 1969, the applicant’s company commander initiated separation action on him under Army Regulation 635-212 for unfitness. On 6 January 1978, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant’s request for an upgraded discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069973C070402
It shows he served 10 months and 20 days of active military service, of which 5 months and 3 days was foreign and/or sea service in the United States Army Pacific (USARPAC). The evidence of record indicates the applicant has two periods of service in Vietnam for the period of enlistment ending on 4 May 1972. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected, but only as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069974C070402
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. Army Regulation 635-5-1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069975C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002069979C070402
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. On 29 April 1981, a board of officers convened to determine whether or not the applicant should be discharged prior to the expiration of his term of service by reason of misconduct.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069983C070402
The Board considered the following evidence: He believes that his PTSD symptoms are related to the rape incident in Vietnam. He had completed 11 months and 18 days of active military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069989C070402
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. A review of the records fails to show that the applicant completed any training other than the training that was necessary to be awarded a cannon crewman military occupational specialty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069994C070402
The applicant, as well as many other officers that had already been granted Based on the information presented, it is recommended that the applicant's request be approved and his records be considered by an SSB under 2001 criteria. The Board concludes in this case that the applicant is entitled to promotion reconsideration to major under 2001 criteria by an SSB based on the education waiver previously granted to him on 12 September 2001.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069995C070402
It stated that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted active Federal military service completed on or after 27 August 1940 and, for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. The evidence of record shows the applicant met the eligibility criteria for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002069998C070402
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: Reconsideration of her request to correct the records of her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM), to show he elected to participate in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP). DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070001C070402
The applicant’s military records show that on 17 May 1978, he entered the Regular Army for 3 years and that he continuously served on active duty for 3 years and 2 days, until being honorably separated for the purpose of immediate reenlistment on 18 May 1981. On 2 January 1985, the separation authority approved the separation action and directed that the applicant receive an UOTHC discharge for a pattern of misconduct and the commission of a serious offense under the provisions of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070002C070402
The applicant states that he was wounded on 19 October 1951 and was awarded the Purple Heart; however, it was never included on his report of separation (DD Form 214). The available evidence of record clearly shows that he was wounded and was entitled to an award of the Purple Heart. RECOMMENDATION : 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070017C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002070021C070402
The applicant’s military records are not available. Sufficient, conclusive evidence exists to convince this Board that the applicant was awarded the Bronze Star Medal by General Orders Number 621, Headquarters, 45 th Infantry Division, dated 12 November 1953; therefore, this award should be added to his DD Form 214. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was on active during the period from 15 January 1952 through 14 October 1953 during one of the periods when the National Defense...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070023C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002070029C070402
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 | CY2002 | 2002070033C070402
The applicant requests his records be corrected to show retirement in the grade of E-8 and receive retired pay for first sergeant (1SG), pay grade E-8. The applicant’s military records show that on 30 September 1986, he was promoted to the rank of 1SG by Orders 93-1, 225 th Engineer Group, Louisiana Army National Guard (LAARNG). That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing the individual concerned was transferred to the Army Reserve Control...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070035C070402
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 18 June 1980 (AC80-01791). The Board, in 1980, determined that the applicant's reenlistment on 16 February 1961, which ended with a dishonorable discharge, worked an injustice upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070038C070402
He further requests that his record be changed to show a right knee injury in item 34 (wounds received in action); to show award of the Purple Heart for wounds received on 2 April 1945; to show entitlement to the bronze arrowhead device indicating an assault landing; to show award of the Bronze Star Medal based on VII Corps General Order #30 dated 24 April 1945 and to show entitlement to the American Defense Service Medal. In support of his request, he submits a copy of a letter from the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002070065C070402
Army Regulation 600-8-22 also 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. The applicant was wounded in action and awarded the Purple Heart. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that, in addition to the awards currently shown on his DD Form 214, the individual concerned is authorized the...