ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074668C070403
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. Once the Korean War Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074680C070403
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) sets forth Department of the Army criteria, policy and instructions concerning individual military awards, the Good Conduct Medal, service medals and service ribbons, combat and special skill badges and tabs, unit decorations, and trophies and similar devices awarded in recognition of accomplishments. According to DA Pamphlet 672-3, Unit Citation and Campaign Participation Credit Register, dated 29 January 1988, which lists unit awards received by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074681C070403
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 | 2002074689C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Army Regulation 635-200 provides the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. It notes that "JCC" is the appropriate SPD for individuals separated upon completion of an enlistment contract but who are "ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074691C070403
The applicant requests, in effect, that his military records be corrected to show he retired with the rank title of First Sergeant (1SG). The evidence of record shows the applicant successfully served in an authorized 1SG position and was awarded the SQI M accordingly. By regulation, members who hold the rank and pay grade of MSG/E-8 at retirement, whose records show successful service as a 1SG/E-8, will be placed on the Retired List in the rank title “first sergeant.” Therefore, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074692C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The appeal was denied and he was reduced in rank and forfeited pay in accordance with the NJP imposed by his unit commander. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074694C070403
On 3 March 1964, while assigned to Fort Carson, Colorado, the applicant reenlisted in the RA for 6 years in pay grade E-3. SPCM Order Number 15, provided by the applicant, shows that, on 1 August 1966, the appropriate authority determined that the specifications and charges promulgated in SPCM Order Number 26, dated 19 July 1966, did not allege an offense, because it did not contain the words "without proper authority." Specification 2 contains the phrase and indicates that he was charged...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074695C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 3 November 1977, the applicant’s commander initiated action to separate the applicant from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13 for misconduct due to his frequent involvement in incidents of a discreditable nature with civil and military authorities. There is no indication in the available records to show that the applicant applied to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074696C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his general discharge (GD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge. Army policy states that a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate, but a GD under honorable conditions or an honorable discharge may be granted in certain cases.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074701C070403
On 29 August 1977, the applicant was separated in absentia from the USAR under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200 with a UOTHC discharge due to conduct triable by court-martial. Although an honorable or general discharge was authorized, a UOTHC discharge was considered appropriate. There is no indication that he was any less mature than countless other young men and women who reported for active duty, serving honorably and without incident.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074703C070403
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 | 2002074704C070403
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. It required the establishment of uniform published standards which did not provide for automatically granting or denying a discharge upgrade for any case or class of cases. The Board reviewed the applicant's record of service which included five nonjudicial punishments, a summary court-martial, a special court-martial, and 387...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074705C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 4 April 1977 the Department of Defense (DOD) directed the Services to review all less than fully honorable administrative discharges issued between 4 August 1964 and 28 March 1973. The applicant's alleged youth and immaturity does not indicate that there is an error or injustice in the discharge because he had demonstrated a capacity for honorable service by completing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074708C070403
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: The Board considered the applicant's request to upgrade his discharge from an undesirable discharge to an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074712C070403
The applicant requests, as the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), correction of her father’s military records to show award of the Purple Heart. However, there is no evidence of record available to the Board which shows the FSM was wounded or treated for wounds as a result of hostile action during World War II. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the FSM was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (based on award of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074713C070403
The record shows that applicant was awarded the PH for wounds received in connection with military operations against a hostile force on 17 December 1967. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant was awarded the PH for wounds received on 17 December 1967. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case for the individual concerned be corrected by awarding him the Purple Heart, for being wounded in action on 26 December 1967, while serving as a captain in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074717C070403
The applicant states that his medical records show that he was wounded on 21 December 1944. The applicant underwent medical board proceedings in 1962 prior to his retirement. For those who became POWs after 25 April 1962, the Purple Heart will be awarded to individuals wounded while prisoners of foreign forces upon submission by the individuals of an affidavit that is supported by a statement from a witness, if this is possible.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074718C070403
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 17 October 1956, the applicant’s commander submitted a request to discharge the applicant under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-89.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074720C070403
The applicant states that he wants his former spouse to be his SBP beneficiary as agreed in the divorce decree. Public Law 97-252, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA), dated 8 September 1982, established SBP coverage for former spouses of retiring members. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the applicant requested, in writing, that his SBP coverage be changed to former spouse and children coverage on 1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074723C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. It declared a 12-month Open Season for those members who retired prior to enactment of the law. 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 | 2002074725C070403
However, evidence of record shows the applicant participated in five campaigns during his assignment in Vietnam which are not correctly shown by award of one silver service star for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal. Therefore, the applicant is entitled to correction of his military records to show these unit awards. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074727C070403
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the third award of the National Defense Service Medal. The applicant states that another award of the National Defense Service Medal was authorized for those on active duty on or after "September 11, 2001." The applicant's personnel records contain two DD Forms 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074729C070403
The applicant’s military records for this period of service are not available. On 25 November 2000, the applicant filed a complaint with Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison alleging she was erroneously charged with 30 days leave, requesting orders be corrected assigning her to the 16th LSO (acronym unknown) so she could go back to work (and stating she would never have requested early release from the AGR if she knew she would be unemployed), requesting her DD Form 214 be corrected regarding her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074730C070403
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 | 2002074734C070403
The applicant states that he was on active duty on 1 June 1974 and has never received a reenlistment bonus from either the Army or the Navy. In the absence of evidence to show that he did in fact receive a bonus and in light of the fact that he was eligible to receive the RRB, the applicant should be paid the RRB beginning with his 3-year reenlistment on 2 August 1989 and any subsequent reenlistments, until such time as his RRB entitlements are exhausted. RECOMMENDATION : That all of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074735C070403
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 | 2002074740C070403
A Request for Decoration and/or Citation, WD AGO Form 106, dated 8 April 1946 and prepared by the Separation Center at Fort Devens, MA requested the applicant be awarded the Purple Heart for being wounded in the left eye on 12 April 1945. The evidence of record shows the applicant is authorized to wear two bronze service stars on the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal. That the applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55 be amended to add the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star Medal, and the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074741C070403
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. APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he finished his tour of duty and served 6 months of confinement, as a result of a special court-martial. On 14 January 1954, the applicant’s commander initiated a request to have the applicant appear before a board of officers to determine if he should be discharged under the provisions of Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074743C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. He was separated on 26 September 1989 in pay grade E-1 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14 for misconduct – commission of a serious offense. On 21 June 2002, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074744C070403
The applicant requests that his Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), his Army Achievement Medal (AAM), and his Aircraft Crewman Badge (ACB) be added to his separation document. In addition, there is no evidence that the applicant ever took a flying duty physical examination which is required for flying duty. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074751C070403
In support of his application, he submits a citation for award of the Army Commendation Medal; a copy of his DD Form 214; an undated letter from a platoon sergeant at the time in question; a letter, dated 17 August 1969, from the applicant to the platoon sergeant; and a letter, dated 28 May 2002, from a Member of Congress. There is no evidence in the applicant’s service personnel records that he was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action. However, evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074752C070403
APPLICANT REQUESTS: Correction of his military records to show that he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and all service ribbons. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part that in order to receive the CIB for the Persian Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm) individuals must meet three requirements: the soldier must be an infantryman satisfactorily performing infantry duties, he must be assigned to an infantry unit during such time as the unit is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074753C070403
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that the rank, pay grade, and middle name recorded in his separation documents (DD Forms 214) be corrected. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074756C070403
The CID ROI established probable cause to believe that the applicant committed the offenses of wrongful use and possession of marihuana. 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: Carl W. S. Chun Director, Army Board for Correction of Military RecordsINDEXCASE IDAR2002074756SUFFIXRECONDATE BOARDED20021203TYPE OF DISCHARGEHDDATE OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074757C070403
Public Law 92-425, the SBP, enacted 21 September 1972, provided that military members on active duty could elect to have their retired pay reduced to provide for an annuity after death to surviving dependents. The law requires either the member's request for change or the former spouse's request for a deemed election to be in writing. It would be equitable to correct his records to show that he requested, in writing, that his SBP coverage be changed to former spouse and children coverage...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074758C070403
The facts and circumstances surrounding his discharge are not present in the available records. Army Regulation 635-200, the regulation currently in effect, classifies such enlistments as “Fraudulent Enlistments” and provides that individuals separated under such circumstances will be released from Army custody and control with no credit for their service and their service will be uncharacterized. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074759C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Accordingly, on 8 March 1977, the applicant was discharged under other than honorable conditions under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 for misconduct due to being convicted by a civil court during his current term of active military service. On 3 February 1988, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) considered and denied the applicant’s...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074760C070403
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In essence, that his undesirable discharge (UD) be reviewed and upgraded to an honorable discharge. 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: There is no available evidence of record and the applicant provides none to show that he had any medical condition which indicates he was unfit for separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074761C070403
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he completed his 3-year enlistment and that his combat service in Korea warrants the requested relief. The members of the board considered the applicant's entire record including his combat service and his awards and the fact that he had no other record of indiscipline other than the AWOLs. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074764C070403
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that he be advanced on the Retired List to the highest rank and pay grade in which he satisfactorily served on active duty. The evidence of record confirms that the highest rank and pay grade that the applicant was promoted to, held, in which he satisfactorily served while on active duty was SFC/E-7.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074769C070403
The applicant’s military records show that he enlisted in Newark, New Jersey, on 22 August 1966, for a period of 3 years and training as a clerk typist. The regulation outlines the criteria for award of the Good Conduct Medal (GCMDL) and provides, in pertinent part, that the GCMDL is awarded for exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity in active Federal military service. Additionally, there is no evidence in the available records to show that he was recommended for or is entitled to an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074773C070403
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 | 2002074774C070403
The applicant requests that his discharge document be corrected to show that he was assigned to the 3103rd Signal Service Battalion. In support of his request, he submits a copy of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge), pages from a novel that mentions the 3103rd Signal Service Battalion and a copy of orders with the 3103 rd Signal Service Battalion letterhead awarding him the Good Conduct Medal. On 9 October 1944, the 3103rd Signal Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074775C070403
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he completed the U.S. Army School, Europe 155mm Projectile Prefire Course, to show he was awarded the “Spanish Paratrooper Wings” (correctly known as the Spanish Armed Forces Parachutist Badge) and the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant's DD Form 214 does not show the CIB as an authorized award. There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074778C070403
The applicant’s military records show that, after having had prior active duty in the Regular Army from 17 November 1987 – 16 November 1989, he transferred to a Troop Program Unit (TPU) in the U. S. Army Reserve (USAR). The applicant was awarded the basic NDSM for his service as a member in good standing of the Selected Reserve during the NDSM eligibility period 2 August 1990 to 30 November 1995. He then served on active duty with the Army National Guard during the period 6 September 2001...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074779C070403
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 contentions that she was not passed over for permanent promotion and that all her promotions are timely; however, her active duty records do not show she was selected for promotion to first lieutenant. While the Board is empathetic, the applicant's separation was based on non-selection, permanent promotion while on active duty and she has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074782C070403
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: Further, the applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) contains no evidence showing that he applied for or was denied a hardship discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074783C070403
The Board considered the following evidence: The applicant’s records were not provided to the Board. That all of the records related to this case be corrected by showing the birth date of the individual concerned as 22 April 1947 on his NGB Form 22 and by providing him a copy of the correction.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002074786C070403
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 | 2002074788C070403
The Board adopted the following additional findings, conclusions, and recommendation. In view of the foregoing findings and conclusions, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant’s records as recommended below. THE BOARD RECOMMENDS :That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by amending by adding to the Board’s recommendation appearing in the proceedings, dated 23 May 2001: c. to show that the individual concerned was granted a one year...