ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073591C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On the same day the applicant was separated with an undesirable discharged, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Paragraph 5-10, in pay grade E-1. The award of a Clemency Discharge could be considered by this Board, but the discharge per se did not require relief be granted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073592C070403
The applicant states that the debt is due to the Government not taking SBP premiums from his retired pay. By letter dated 14 January 2003, DFAS informed the applicant that action was taken to "terminate" his SBP account due to the ineligibility of his beneficiary effective 21 June 2000. At that time, since he no longer received military retired pay from which SBP premiums could be deducted, a direct remittance account should have been established.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073593C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The DD Form 214 issued to him on the date of his separation confirms that he was discharged from the Regular Army, without transfer to the IRR and that he was assigned a RE code of RE-3. However, Orders Number 202-13, issued by Headquarters, US Army Quartermaster Center and Fort Lee, Fort Lee, Virginia, confirm that the applicant’s discharge was directed and the DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073594C070403
However, evidence of record shows the applicant participated in two campaigns during his assignment in Vietnam which are not correctly shown by award of two bronze service stars for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal. Therefore, his records will be amended to show these unit awards. b. by showing he was awarded the Purple Heart, the Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze service stars, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and the Meritorious Unit Commendation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073595C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : In effect, he served in an infantry unit therefore he is entitled to award of the CIB. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:The applicant entered active duty on 6 September 1966.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073598C070403
The applicant, the son of a deceased former service member (FSM) requests that his father’s WD AGO 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation, Honorable Discharge) be corrected to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), the Bronze Star Medal, the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), the American Defense Service Medal (ADSM), the World War II Victory Medal, the Meritorious Unit Citation (MUC), the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), the qualifications for Pistol and Rifle, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073599C070403
He was initially assigned to the A Battery, 6 th Battalion, 29 th Artillery , 4 th Infantry Division as a cannoneer. Although the applicable regulation provides that the CIB is only awarded to personnel who possess an infantry military occupational specialty who are assigned to an infantry unit that engages in ground combat against an enemy; there were exceptions made through a published supplement which clearly indicates that radio operators who served as advisors in infantry or infantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073600C070403
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 | 2002073601C070403
On 19 February 1971, after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. The Board reviewed the applicant’s first enlistment which included two tours in Vietnam and an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073602C070403
I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The applicant states, in effect, that errors exist in item 11c, (Reason and Authority); item 15, (Reenlistment code); and item 30 (Remarks) of her DD Form 214 regarding the Army Regulation cited concerning her lost time between 4 and 10 January 1971. This regulation reflected RE-3B as the appropriate code for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073610C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The advisory opinion also indicates that the three years service in the Korean Army the applicant completed as a dental officer does not qualify him for additional constructive credit in accordance with the applicable policy and regulation. Finally, after careful consideration of the applicant’s request and the supporting evidence he provided, USAREC officials recommend...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073611C070403
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 middle name recorded in Item 1 (Name) of this document, Rene, is the same one recorded in his enlistment contract, personnel record, and under which he served throughout his active duty tenure. His signature contained the middle initial R, which stood for Rene.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073613C070403
The Army Reserve ANC Program Manager, Headquarters, US Army Recruiting Command, expressed the opinion that an in-depth review of the application for correction of military records of the applicant was completed and an adjustment to his CSC was not in order. The award of CSC for experience was based on 15 months work experience at the time of commission. Award of CSC for advanced education is based upon 1) a completed program (degree awarded) prior to application for appointment and 2) CSC...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073614C070403
The Board considered the following evidence: APPLICANT REQUESTS : That his discharge be upgraded. Although the discharge packet is not of record, the evidence of record shows that the applicant was discharged under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073615C070403
The applicant’s DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) does not show the Purple Heart as an authorized award. The Board also noted that the applicant’s discharge document does not show any unit awards. Based on the foregoing, there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Purple Heart, especially in view of the evidence of record which shows that the applicant was not wounded or injured as a result of hostile action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073616C070403
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 available records do not shows that the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing on his DD Form 214, dated 31 March 1992, Item 13: the Purple Heart and the Valorous Unit Award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073619C070403
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) prescribes Army policy, criteria, and administrative instructions concerning individual military awards. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant was wounded in action on 2 March 1991, while serving in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm, and as a result, he was treated by military medical personnel for shrapnel wounds to his left leg and back. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073627C070403
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his records be corrected to show he was separated for medical disability. A VA Rating Decision dated 30 January 2002 again denied the applicant’s claim for service connection for a bilateral knee condition and right shoulder injury. A Chronological Record of Medical Care dated 15 July 1991, presumably when the applicant was on active duty, indicated the applicant “banged up” his shoulders.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073630C070403
The applicant requests that her DD Form 4/1 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document) be corrected to show her date of enlistment as 20 November 2000. The applicant states that block 5 (Date of Enlistment) of her DD Form 4/1 is blank and should be corrected to reflect her enlistment date of 20 November 2000. The applicant’s military records show that she initially enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) on 1 August 1986, for a period of 8 years.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073638C070403
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: Therefore, the Board concludes that the SSAN contained in the applicant’s military records and in his 1 February 1995 separation document should not be changed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073640C070403
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show that he was promoted to the rank of sergeant. While the Board does not doubt that the applicant served in an acting NCO capacity while in combat during WWII, such appointments were required to be accomplished in orders and they did not confer any entitlements to that rank at a later date. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the individual concerned the Purple Heart for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073642C070403
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded and that he be sent his medals and awards. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: On 16 January 1996 and 21 May 2002 the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's requests to upgrade his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073643C070403
On 10 February 1982, after serving as a SSG/E-6 for almost 5 years, he was promoted to sergeant first class/E-7 (SFC/E-7), which is the highest rank and pay grade he held while serving on active duty. On 23 May 2002, the Army Grade Determination Review Board (AGDRB) convened to consider the applicant’s advancement on the Retired List, and it denied advancement on the Retired List based on the applicant’s general court-martial conviction and the resultant sentence which included his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073645C070403
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. These orders show that, as a member of the 18th Infantry Regiment, the FSM was authorized award of the bronze arrowhead to be worn on his EAME Campaign Medal for participation in the assault landing on the coast of France on 6 June 1944. Department of the Army Pamphlet 672-1 (Unit Citation and Campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073646C070403
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded Bronze Star Medal, and there is no evidence that he was recommended for award of the Bronze Star Medal. The Board noted the statements from the applicant's former company commander which stated that he recommended the applicant for award of the Air Medal for participation in helicopter-borne assaults during the period August through 8 October 1967. However, evidence of record shows the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073651C070403
The applicant consulted with legal counsel, was advised of the impact of the discharge action, waived a hearing by a board of officers, and submitted a statement in his own behalf. PART VII - BOARD ACTIONSECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATIONSECTION A - DIRECTIVE NONE SECTION B - CERTIFICATION Approval Authority:SPURGEON A. MOORE Colonel, U.S. Army President, Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073657C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 30 August 1987, the convening authority approved the sentence and ordered all but the DD portion to be executed. 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 | CY2002 | 2002073659C070403
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Good Conduct Medal, the Valorous Unit Award, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Presidential Unit Citation, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation, the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant’s DD Form 214, which was authenticated in his own hand,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073661C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. As supporting evidence, she provides their marriage certificate, his death certificate, a 5 August 1953 letter appointing the FSM as a Reserve commissioned officer, and an 8 March 1960 letter, Subject: Completion of 20 years of Satisfactory Federal Service Creditable for Retirement. Public Law 95-397, the RCSBP, enacted 30 September 1978, provided a way for those who had...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073665C070403
The applicant requests award of the Meritorious Service Medal and his deployment to Bosnia be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). This document shows he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for meritorious service during the period 26 July 1999 to 14 July 2001 by Headquarters, Walter Reed Army Medical Center Permanent Orders Number 122-53, dated 2 May 2001. Orders show the applicant was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for meritorious...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073671C070403
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 | CY2002 | 2002073674C070403
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. He submits a two-page statement, dated 30 April 2002, in support of his application.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073677C070403
The applicant retired in April 1995. Public Law 99-661, dated 14 November 1986, permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the member’s agreement) in those cases where the member is participating in the SBP or was still on active duty and had not yet made an SBP election. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the appropriate office received and accepted as a request for a deemed election of the SBP the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073686C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his discharge from the Army Reserve be revoked and an extension of service be granted to allow him to retire. 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 | CY2002 | 200207368C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's available military records show: Army policy states that an under other than honorable conditions discharge is normally considered appropriate, but a general discharge under honorable conditions or an honorable discharge may be granted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073692C070403
The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in the Army Reserve for six years on 5 February 1982 and completed his initial active duty for training. The applicant was discharged on his separation date on 7 October 1991. A separation code of “JBK” identifies an enlisted soldier discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, Chapter 4, for completion of required active service, who is ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073694C070403
On 6 October 2000, while stationed at Fort Drum, New York, the applicant was notified by his battalion commander that after a review of his OMPF, the Calendar Year 2000 Sergeant First Class Promotion Board had determined that he should be barred from reenlistment under the QMP based on the presence of the documents removing him from the Drill Sergeant Program. On 16 January 2001, the applicant signed another option statement in which he elected not to appeal the QMP action. The applicant’s...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073696C070403
The applicant’s DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) reflects that he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Purple Heart, and the Expert Badge (Rifle M14). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part, that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained as a result of hostile action. Since the record is also devoid of any evidence of disciplinary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073697C070403
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show that he was assigned to the 155 th Station Hospital, Unit C. Once the Department of the Air Force has authorized the Korean War Service Medal, the applicant may apply to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to add this foreign award to his or her DD Form 214. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing in the Remarks section of DD Form 214 that the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073699C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant's military records contain a copy of NGB Form 24 (Service and Qualification Record) that shows that he was separated on 7 November 1954, by reason of induction into the AUS. The applicant's records clearly show that he was inducted on 5 October 1955, instead of 5 November 1954.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073700C070403
He further states that other members of his unit applied to the Board and the Board granted them an increase in RRMIIP benefits to the amount they originally requested. In support of his application he submits copies of the Board’s proceedings which approved other soldiers in his unit for additional RRMIIP benefits. Accordingly, he recommended that they be afforded the opportunity to be enrolled in the program in the amounts originally designated on their applications effective the date...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073701C070403
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, in effect, that his military records be corrected to show award of the Army Staff Identification Badge (ASIB) and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal (AFRM). It states, in pertinent part, that it is awarded for honorable and satisfactory service as a member or former member of one or more of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073702C070403
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 | CY2002 | 2002073711C070403
He contends that his military occupational specialty (MOS) should be 11B40 instead of 11B41; that the entry, “burning trash” should be “burning track”; and that the entry, “Phu Mi” should be “Phu My.” In support of his application, he submits a letter of explanation, dated 22 April 2002; a map of Vietnam; DA Form 8-275 (Clinical Record Cover Sheet), dated 22 September 1967; DA Form 8-275-3 (Clinical Record Cover Sheet), dated 22 September 1967; an undated clinical record; five clinical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073714C070403
It also provides that the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with device 1960 is awarded to members who served in Vietnam for 6 months or, if in Vietnam for less than 6 months, were wounded by hostile forces. The evidence of record shows the applicant was wounded in action and his wounds treated by medical personnel; therefore, he met the eligibility criteria for award of the Purple Heart. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073717C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The Board considered the following evidence: This program, known as the DOD Discharge Review Program (Special) (SDRP) required, in the absence of compelling reasons to the contrary, that a discharge upgrade to either honorable or general be issued in the case of any individual who had either completed a normal tour of duty in Southeast Asia, been wounded in action, been...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073718C070403
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. There also is no evidence in his records that he was recommended for award of the Army Commendation Medal. There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant was awarded or recommended for the Army Commendation Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073719C070403
The applicant states, in effect, that his VSI payments should be reinstated and his transfer to the Retired Reserve be revoked. On 2 August 2000, the FLARNG notified the applicant that he had completed the required years of service to be eligible for retired pay at age at 60 (20-Year Letter). If a VSI recipient becomes ineligible to continue to serve in the Ready Reserve, through no fault of his or her own, the soldier will be transferred to the Retired Reserve and continue to receive...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073720C070403
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show award of the Purple Heart, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. The applicant's DD Form 214 does not show the Purple Heart, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal or the Good Conduct Medal as authorized awards. Individuals who had qualified for award of the Vietnam Service Medal or the Armed Forces...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002073721C070403
In attachment # 2, he requests an upgrade of his discharge to general under honorable conditions based on his previous good service. Chapter 10 provided, in pertinent part, that a member who had committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment included a punitive discharge could at any time after the charges had been preferred, submit a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. ...