ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079684C070215
The applicant requests correction to his date of rank for major from 3 January 2000 to 19 May 1999. He was promoted to major with a date of rank and promotion effective date of 3 January 2000. Since he was in an AGR position authorized the higher grade as of 19 April 1999, it was recommended that his promotion order be corrected to reflect a date of rank of 19 May 1999 and an effective date of 3 January 2000.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079688C070215
The applicant was in a TPU and was promoted by the Army Reserve Command on orders dated 2 October 1997, with 30 September 1996 as his date of rank and 2 October 1997 as his effective date. The regulation states, if an officer meets the MTIG date before the approval date of the board, his promotion date and effective date will be no In cases such as this, the Board has adjusted the date of rank of officers considered for promotion to major for the first time for a Reserve promotion based on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079694C070215
The applicant requests correction to his date of rank for major from 3 January 2000 to 1 November 1999. Title 10, United States Code, section 14304 specifies that officer shall be considered for promotion to the next higher grade by a promotion board far enough in advance of completing the years of service in grade so that, if the officer is recommended for promotion, the promotion may be effective on or before the date on which the officer will complete the required years of service. He...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079695C070215
He also states that RC promotion officials make his case for removing the second non-selection from his records when they admit that he had requested transfer to the Retired Reserve prior to the convening date of the 2002 PSB, and had prompt action be taken he would not have been considered by the 2002 PSB. Although the applicant’s removal date was not formally established by orders or any other authorizing document, it is clear that at the request of ARPERSCOM officials for an immediate...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079726C070215
However, it appears that he was not afforded the opportunity to be transferred to the Retired Reserve because an administrative error resulted in an old address being used on his discharge orders. Inasmuch as the applicant meets eligibility requirements for assignment to the Retired Reserve, it would be equitable and just to correct his military records by voiding his discharge of 26 July 1999 and assigning him to the Retired Reserve effective the same date. RECOMMENDATION : That all of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079736C070215
On 13 December 1968, the applicant was returned to the United States for further treatment. There are no available service medical records. The 27 August 2002 decision of the BVA, which the applicant submitted to substantiate his requests, notes the following about his original (1970) disability case: "in this regard, the record shows that the veteran served as a rifleman in an Infantry battalion in Vietnam in 1968, and although there is no evidence showing he was awarded a Combat...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079738C070215
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, correction of item 6 (Organization) on his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation) to show Company G, 187th Glider Infantry Regiment, 11th Airborne Division. The applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55, which was authenticated in his own hand, does not show the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079741C070215
The applicant requests payment of her remaining Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) entitled to her in accordance with regulation. The applicant's DA Form 3340 (Request for Regular Army Reenlistment or Extension), dated 13 March 1991, shows that she reenlisted for the second time for a period of 6 years to satisfy her service remaining requirement for the AMEDD College Program. The applicant provided a copy of memorandum from the OTSG, dated 3 December 1991, Subject: Release from the AMEDD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079754C070215
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. There is no recommendation for award of a second Air Medal in the applicant's service personnel records. Based on the applicant's period of qualifying service in Vietnam, he is entitled to award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079760C070215
Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records: In view of the foregoing findings and conclusions, correcting the applicant’s records as recommended below will correct an error. RECOMMENDATION :That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected to show that the applicant entered active duty on 8 August 1953.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079761C070215
The DD Form 214 issued to the applicant on 17 April 1988 confirms that he entered active duty on 7 June 1977, and he continuously served in that status for 8 years, 10 months, and 11 days until being honorably separated, in the rank and pay grade of staff sergeant/E-6 (SSG/E-6), in order to accept a commission The evidence of record confirms that the applicant served on active duty in an enlisted status for 8 years, 10 months, and 11 days. That all of the Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079765C070215
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. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. Evidence of record shows that the applicant was 25 years old at the time of his offenses and that he had completed almost 6 years of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079782C070215
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 Board considered the applicant’s request to correct his military records to show award of the Army Good Conduct Medal, the Army of Occupation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and any other awards and decorations to which he is entitled. Evidence of record shows that the applicant was not on active...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079785C070215
The applicant's records do not show that he or the unit in which he served, the 814th Military Police Company, received campaign credit for the Philippine Islands Campaign which occurred from 7 December 1941 to 10 May 1942. Item 33 (Decorations and Citations) of the applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55 shows that the applicant received the Philippine Liberation Medal with one bronze service star. Paragraph 3-13d(3) of Army Regulation 600-8-22 also provides that the Bronze Star Medal is awarded to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079786C070215
The applicant states, in effect, that he should be awarded the PH for wounds he received in action on 1 May 1968, while serving in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN). In support of his latest request, the applicant provides a third party witness statement from an individual who claims to be the medical aidman (Medic) who treated the applicant for the wound in question, and orders awarding this Medic the PH for being wounded in the same action. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079789C070215
This document shows that Company B, 1 ST Battalion, 14 TH Infantry, 4th Infantry Division, the unit to which the applicant was assigned, was cited for award of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation based on Department of the Army General Orders Number 53, dated 1970. The evidence of record shows the applicant served as a rifleman in MOS 11C with Company B, 1st Battalion, 14 th Infantry, 4 th Infantry Division while serving in Vietnam. That all of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079791C070215
Once the Korean War Service Medal has been 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 award to his DD Form 214. However, his DD Form 214 does show that he was wounded in action on 20 October 1951 in Korea. 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 wounds received in action on 20...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079793C070215
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 | 2002079795C070215
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’s military records were not available to the Board for review. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by adding the following entry to Item 38 (Remarks) of the 13 September 1953 DD Form 214 of the individual concerned: “Overseas Service: Korea – 17...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079799C070215
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. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: The Board has noted the applicant's contentions that the presence of the NJP in his OMPF may affect his ability to obtain a security clearance; however, that is not a basis to remove a duly imposed and properly filed record of NJP.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079800C070215
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that her military records be corrected to show the rank of specialist four/E-4 (SP4/E-4). EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: Army Regulation 635-5 prescribes the separation documents which are prepared for individuals upon retirement, discharge, or release from active military service or control of the Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079801C070215
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 ROPMA provides that in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079803C070215
Accordingly, absent orders which show an effective date of promotion and a date of rank, the Board finds no basis to promote him at this time. 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 7 June 1968 to 3 March 1970. b. by correcting his records to show his awards of the Purple Heart, the BSM, three bronze service stars, the AGCM and the RVNGC w/Palm Unit Citation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079807C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. RE-1A applies to soldiers separated prior to the effective date of this regulation. The applicant has failed to show, through the evidence submitted with his application or the evidence of record, that his separation which resulted in his receiving an RE Code of RE "3" was in error or unjust.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079809C070215
The evidence of record clearly shows that the applicant's separation was voluntary and that she was erroneously issued a SPD code for an involuntary separation. Accordingly, the Board finds that it would be in the interest of justice to correct the applicant's records to reflect that she was voluntarily discharged with an SPD code of "KBK". RECOMMENDATION : That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was issued a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079813C070215
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: On 23 December 1971, the applicant was discharged accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079815C070215
Members who failed to meet the Army weight control standards who were recommended for separation by their commanders were processed under these provisions of the regulation. The evidence of record confirms that the sole reason for the applicant’s discharge was his failure to meet AWCP standards. However, under current regulatory standards, the reason for the applicant’s discharge would not warrant a GD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079819C070215
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 that:The applicant entered active duty on 13 April 1964. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record and applicable law and regulations, it is concluded:1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079827C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 31 January 1994, the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) office at Fort Greely was notified by an investigator at the Alaska Department of Labor that the applicant had illegally received unemployment checks intended for her husband in the amount of $2,160.00. On 12 September 1996, the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces denied the applicant's petition...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079840C070215
The applicant’s unit, battalion, and brigade commanders, after reviewing the applicant’s rebuttal letter, all recommended that the GOMOR be filed in the P-Fiche portion of the applicant’s OMPF. On 5 December 2001, the applicant was notified that the DASEB had deliberated on his petition to remove the GOMOR, dated 10 March 2000, from the P-Fiche portion of his OMPF, and after careful consideration had denied his request. The DASEB case summary indicated, in effect, that the applicant’s...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079849C070215
AR-PERSCOM informed him the he had been discharged effective 22 June 2001 and would not receive future VSI payments. AR-PERSCOM stated that Public Law and the implementing instructions of the Department of Defense (DOD) Financial Management Regulation, Volume 7A, Chapter 35, requires that individuals receiving VSI "must continue to serve in a Reserve Component for the entire period of eligibility for VSI" unless the member's "transfer is required by reason of failure of selection for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079856C070215
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: There is no evidence in the available records that the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action in Southwest Asia. However, there is no evidence of record available to the Board, and the applicant has provided no evidence, which shows that he was injured by enemy released chemical, biological, or a nuclear agent in Southwest Asia.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079864C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 3 October 1979, the applicant appeared with counsel before an administrative board of officers. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079866C070215
Retention is authorized until the earlier of these dates: (1) the date of which 20 years of qualifying Federal service for retired pay is completed, or (2) three years from required removal date. The Army Personnel Command opined that he was prematurely removed from an active status before he obtained the necessary qualifying years of service, and that he should be granted retirement from the Army. The applicant's records show that he was 60 years old on 27 August 1996.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079884C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show that he was transferred to the Retired Reserve after serving 20 years in the US Army Reserve (USAR). In support of his application, he submits copies of his: Honorable Discharge Certificate, dated 11 April 1994; Congratulations letter from the Chief, Retired Activities Division; Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at age 60 (20-Year Letter), dated 21 February 1991; Chronological Statement of Retirement Points,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079886C070215
This military publication shows applicable entries, for campaign credit, award of the Distinguished Unit Citation [now known as the Presidential Unit Citation], award of the Meritorious Unit Commendation, award of assault landing credit, authority to receive foreign unit awards, award of Navy unit awards to Army units, and award of occupation credit for all Army units participating in World War II. There is no evidence in available records which shows that the FSM was awarded the Belgian...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079890C070215
The applicant states that his DD Form 214 does not include award of the Purple Heart for wounds received in action. As a matter of information, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Korean War, the Government of the Republic of Korea issued the Korean War Service Medal to pay tribute to eligible Korean War veterans for their historic endeavors to preserve the freedom of the Republic of Korea and the free world. Once the Korean War Service Medal has been authorized by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079896C070215
This document shows that the battalion commander recommended the applicant for the ARCOM for meritorious service for the period 22 August 1967 to 23 July 1968. Army Regulation 600-8-22 provides that the ARCOM may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the Army after 6 December 1941, distinguished himself or herself by heroism, meritorious achievement or meritorious service. There are no orders available to the Board which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079904C070215
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 | 2002079907C070215
He also submits evidence confirming his deployment to Bosnia where he was entitled to hostile fire pay as well as a copy of the message authorizing award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia as part of Operation Joint Endeavor. Although the applicant’s second award of the Army Commendation Medal indicates that the award was to recognize the applicant’s meritorious service between 12 October 1996 and 12 July 1997, clearly the intent of the award recommendation was to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079908C070215
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Bronze Star Medal. The DD Form 1577 shows that this Bronze Star Medal was issued based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. In view of the applicant's combat record as a rifleman and award of the Purple Heart, the Board has determined that the applicant is entitled to correction of his records to show this badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079910C070215
The applicant's records contain five discharge documents (DD Form 214). The Board considered the applicant's request to correct his records to show a second award Joint Service Commendation Medal. The Board noted that Pacific Command did not publish orders for the applicant's first award of the Joint Service Commendation Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079911C070215
However, evidence of record shows the applicant received nine awards of the Air Medal. However, evidence of record shows the applicant participated in three campaigns during his assignment in Vietnam which are not correctly shown by award of three bronze service stars for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, the Air Medal with Numeral...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079913C070215
The DD Form 214 shows his authorized awards as the Good Conduct Medal, the Sharpshooter Qualification Badge (M-16) and the Vietnam Service Medal. He served in Vietnam during the Counteroffensive Phase V campaign period and is entitled to wear a bronze service star on the Vietnam Service Medal. b. is authorized, in addition to the awards currently shown on his DD Form 214, a bronze service star for wear on the Vietnam Service Medal, the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation Badge, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079918C070215
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. There are no orders for the Combat Medical Badge in the available records. However, there is no evidence available to the Board which shows the applicant was assigned to a medical unit which was organic to an infantry unit as required for award of the Combat Medical Badge during World War II.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079930C070215
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. It provides that, if a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079932C070215
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records, which show that he was awarded the PH. The applicant did not serve during this period of service and is not authorized to wear the SWASM. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by issuing to the individual concerned a DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214) correcting Item 24 to show award of the PH, GCMDL, two bronze service stars for his VSM, two Overseas Service Bars, the Republic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079939C070215
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: The DD Form 214 issued to the applicant on the date of his separation shows that he was assigned a SPD code of LBK and an RE code of RE-3. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant was barred from reenlistment at the time of his REFRAD and that his separation processing, to include the SPD and RE code assignments, was accomplished in accordance with the applicable regulations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079940C070215
The Board noted that the period of the disqualification for award of the Good Conduct Medal is different from the dates the applicant served on active duty. The Board noted that the memorandum does not state the reason for disqualification for award of the Good Conduct Medal. The Board also noted that the memorandum is dated after the applicant was released from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002079943C070215
APPLICANT REQUESTS : In effect, that all records of his general court-martial (GCM) be deleted from his records; that the date of his release from service be changed from 30 April 1997 to 8 November 1997; that he be promoted to corporal (CPL) (E-4), effective 1 July 1997; that his narrative reason for discharge be changed to expiration of term of service (ETS); and, that the entry indicating that the discharge was administratively reissued on 7 February 2001 be deleted from item 18 of his DD...