ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081435C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Congress has provided compensation (no more than 60 days in a military career) for soldiers who were not able to use their leave because military requirements prevented it. While it is unfortunate that the applicant lost some of his accrued leave, as do many soldiers every year, he has failed to show through the evidence submitted with his application or the evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081444C070215
Despite the applicant's request, the Board presumes that 3 January 1991 is the correct date of entry on active duty as both her IADT orders and final records at DFAS indicate she came on active duty on that date. The applicant's DD Form 214 accurately reflects her separation from active duty date as 5 June 1991. That so much of the application as pertains to correction of the applicant's separation date and her Reserve obligation termination date be denied.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081455C070215
The applicant requests that her discharge be revoked and that she be transferred to the Retired Reserve. In support of her application, she submits copies of her: Election of Options Form; two follow-up requests dated 11 December 1997 and 14 June 2002; response memorandum from the 90 th Regional Support Team (RST), dated 25 July 2002; Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at age 60 (20-Year Letter), dated 21 February 1991; Army National Guard (ARNG) Retirement Points History...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081458C070215
In support of his application, he submits an eyewitness statement, dated 7 October 2002, from his company commander at the time in question; DD Form 877-1 (Request for Medical/Dental Records from the National Personnel Records Center), dated 18 September 2002; a letter, dated 5 September 2002, from the National Personnel Records Center which states that the Morning Reports (dated 3, 6, 7, 9, and 15 August 1970) were missing from the Center; a copy of his retirement DD Form 214 (Report of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081460C070215
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 was awarded the ARCOM with 1 st oak leaf cluster on 8 July 2002 and it should be added to her records. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case for the individual concerned be corrected by adding the ARCOM with 1 st oak leaf cluster and the Army Service Ribbon to her DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081463C070215
The applicant's Enlisted Record shows the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal as an authorized award. Although medical records show the applicant was hospitalized for non-battle medical conditions, there is no evidence in the available records which shows that the applicant was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action during World War II. The applicant's Enlisted Record shows the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal as an authorized award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081466C070215
The applicant’s military records show that she was commissioned as a surgical nurse and entered on active duty on 25 July 1993. The Department of Defense Military Pay and Allowances Entitlements Manual (DODPM), paragraph 10108, states that to calculate creditable service for basic pay, you subtract the beginning date of service from the ending date, and add one day for inclusive service. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081468C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. He was assigned to an armor battalion at Fort Benning, Georgia in October 1982, and although he was AWOL for three days for personal reasons, he performed well in his unit, passing the SQT and qualifying in gunnery training. The applicant's commanding officer stated that he had interviewed the applicant, who stated that he was aware of the consequences of an under other...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081469C070215
At the time, paragraph 5-31 provided that members who completed at least 6 months but less than 36 months of continuous active service on their first enlistment and who demonstrated that they could not or would not meet acceptable standards required of enlisted personnel because of poor attitude, lack of motivation, lack of self-discipline, inability to adapt socially or emotionally or failed to demonstrate promotion potential could be discharged. Pertinent Army regulations provide that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081477C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, that his report of separation (DD Form 214) be corrected to reflect his award of the Air Medal and the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC). There is no evidence that the applicant's units were awarded the PUC during the period he was assigned. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that he was awarded the Air Medal and by awarding him the RVNGC w/Palm Unit Citation and the RVNCAHM – FC Unit Citation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081479C070215
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. He states he received the award during his first tour of duty in Vietnam and provides a copy of his Purple Heart certificate in support of his request. When the applicant was discharged on 18 April 1969 for the purpose of immediate reenlistment, several awards, including his Purple Heart, unit awards, and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081480C070215
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. The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. It is noted that the clemency...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081496C070215
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: That his undesirable discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. The Board determined that the applicant’s overall military service did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel sufficient to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081500C070215
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 | 2002081501C070215
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: 3702, states that a claim is barred unless it is received within 6 years after the date the claim first accrued.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081504C070215
The applicant states that he was promoted to SGM/E-9 with an effective date and date of rank (DOR) of 7 April 1997. This authority also stated that promotion orders would be revoked for those soldiers who failed to enroll in or complete SMC. It stated that the OTJAG had rendered a legal opinion that the Department of the Army (DA) Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel (DCSPER), now the G-1, had no authority to authorize conditional promotions of Army Reserve enlisted soldiers to SGM during...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081508C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, that his rank and pay grade of sergeant major/E-9 (SGM/E-9) be reinstated. In addition, the Board finds that it would also be appropriate to amend Orders Number 320-5, dated 16 November 1999, issued by Headquarters, 85 th Division, Arlington Heights, Illinois, to show that the applicant was transferred to the Retired Reserve in the rank and pay grade of SGM/E-9 vice MSG/E-8 as is currently indicated in these orders. As a result of the restoration of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081510C070215
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 the removal of a Declination of Continued Service Statement (DA Form 4991-R) from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). The applicant states that the DA Form 4991-R was rescinded and he has reenlisted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081514C070215
The applicant requests that his WD AGO 53-55 (Honorable Discharge Certificate) be corrected to show his correct birth state of Missouri, and an additional award of the Bronze Star Medal. The applicant states that his birth state is Missouri and not Maryland as reflected on his WD AGO 53-55, and that he is entitled to an additional Bronze Star Medal because of his 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 | 2002081515C070215
The applicant's service medical records do not show treatment for wounds or injuries resulting from hostile action. 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. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081516C070215
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That a 22 December 1998 memorandum of reprimand (MOR) be removed from the performance portion of her Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). On 22 January 2002 the DASEB denied the applicant's request to relocate the MOR to the restricted portion of her OMPF. 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:1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081518C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The evidence of record confirms that the highest rank and pay grade the applicant attained and held while serving on active duty was SFC/E-7. Further, given the applicant’s record also gives no indication that he was ever selected for, promoted to, or held a higher rank and pay grade while serving on active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081524C070215
The evidence of record shows the applicant submitted a request to PERSCOM for promotion reconsideration by the FY98 LTC Chaplain Promotion Selection Board. The evidence of record shows the applicant submitted a second request for promotion reconsideration. There is no evidence available to the Board which shows that the applicant's awards or decorations were removed from the ORB submitted to the FY99 promotion selection board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081530C070215
There are no other pay records in the available records. However, there is no evidence of record available to the Board, and the applicant has provided no evidence, which shows he was entitled to receive "combat" pay. Therefore, the Board determined that there is insufficient evidence on which to grant "combat" pay in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081537C070215
The applicant requests that his current four-year Multi-year Special Pay (MSP) and Multi-year Incentive Special Pay (M/ISP) contract effective dates be corrected to show 31 July 1998 instead of 30 October 1998. The advisory opinion points out the applicant is requesting adjustment of his MSP and M/ISP contracts from a 30 October cycle, to a 31 July cycle based on his entry on active duty date, which was one year post initial orthopedic residency graduation. Evidence of record shows the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081548C070215
The applicant states, in effect, that his appointment and orders to active duty in the Army do not properly reflect all the constructive service credit he was due based on his prior active military service in the United States Navy (USN). Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his record to show his BASD is 6 June 1992, based on the 6 years, 11 months, and 8 days of prior active military service he completed in the USN. By regulation, appointment as a MC CPT requires a minimum of 4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081588C070215
In support of her application, she submits a letter of explanation, dated 5 November 2002; two pages of handwritten notes/instructions pertaining to promissory notes; a letter, dated 6 December 2001; a Sallie Mae Truth in Lending Disclosure, dated 19 October 1999; a Signature Education Loan Program from Sallie Mae loan application, dated 5 October 1999; a Sallie Mae Truth in Lending Disclosure, dated 21 August 1999; a Signature Education Loan Program from Sallie Mae loan application, dated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081590C070215
The incoming commander stated that he found approximately $5,000 worth of the missing property, including non-expendable tools and the computer monitor. The opinion states the ROS was not properly completed; that statements show the losses occurred before the applicant signed the hand receipt; that key personnel were not interviewed; that the issue of command-directed 100% inventories of all sets, kits, and outfits were never accomplished; and the applicant wasn't supported or given...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081591C070215
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. In a counseling statement given to the applicant on 11 June 1986, it was stated that when it was reported that the applicant refused to go to work again, the first sergeant (1SG) had the applicant report to him.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081595C070215
The applicant states, in effect, that he met the requirements for enlistment in the pay grade of E-3; however, he did not know it at the time and was enlisted in the pay grade of E-2 He has since been informed by his superiors that he should have been enlisted at a higher grade. In the processing of this case a staff advisory opinion was obtained from the Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM) Retention Management Division which opined that the applicant had been erroneously enlisted in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081600C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, that the Memorandum, dated 6 June 2002, from the U.S. Total Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM) be removed from his Restricted Fiche of his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). Therefore, the Board recommends that the Memorandum, dated 6 June 2002, which contains the words "declination of continued service" be expunged from the applicant's Restricted Fiche of his OMPF. The Board now recommends that the Memorandum, dated 6 June 2002, which contains the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081604C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, that the general orders awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 15 October 1944 be corrected to show his correct serial number. This medical record also shows the seventh digit of the applicant's serial number is a "5." That an official certificate be prepared to correct the seventh digit of the applicant's serial number on 192d General Hospital General Orders Number 24, dated 10 November 1944, to show a "5."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081610C070215
On 23 August 2000, a board of officers was convened to determine whether the applicant should be disenrolled from the ROTC and, if disenrollment was recommended, whether the reason for disenrollment should be considered willful evasion of his ROTC contract. 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. The applicant refused to attend his ROTC...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081620C070215
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. Completion of the PLDC entitles a member to the basic ribbon. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned is entitled to the Army Service Ribbon, Noncommissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, Expert Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081623C070215
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. Evidence available to the Board shows the applicant was awarded MOS 745 and served as a rifleman with the 320th Infantry Regiment of the 35th Infantry Division in combat during World War II; therefore, he was eligible for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The Board determined that in view of his infantry service terminated by wounds sustained in action, the applicant met the requirement of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081630C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Subsequently, Article 72, UCMJ, proceedings were initiated to determine whether the suspension of the applicant’s sentence to a BCD should be vacated. No error was found.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081648C070215
At the time of his separation, the applicant's DD Form 214 listed his authorized awards as the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Commendation (sic) Medal, and the Sharpshooter Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar. The applicant is entitled to two bronze service stars for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal based on his participation two campaign periods during his service in the RVN from January to November 1966. Adding the Vietnam Campaign Medal; two...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081670C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS : That his discharge be upgraded. These soldiers stated that they had seen and/or participated in homosexual acts with the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081671C070215
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: In the absence of compelling evidence to the contrary, the Board determined that there is no basis to amend or otherwise correct the medical determination contained in item 3 (Type of Case) of the clinical record cover sheet.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081673C070215
He then admitted his guilt to the charge and requested that he be given a general discharge instead of an Other Than Honorable Conditions (UOTHC) discharge based upon his 10 years of honorable, active service. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may submit a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081678C070215
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Cold War Recognition Certificate, the National Defense Service Medal, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the Vietnam Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part, that the National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 July 1950 through 27 July 1954, 1 January 1961 through 14 August 1974, 2 August 1990...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081681C070215
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. 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. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081686C070215
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. In this case the staff of the Board finds that the letters attesting to the applicant’s post-service conduct are relevant new evidence to warrant resubmission of his case to the Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081690C070215
[The applicant's records provided by the National Personnel Records Center contained a DD Form 149 (Application for Correction of a Military Record), dated 6 April 1998 and signed by a Veterans Service Officer for the American Legion. In the discussion of the claim, the rating decision stated that service medical records were negative for evidence of a left hand injury during active military service. The Board considered the applicant's request for award of the Purple Heart as stated in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081695C070215
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. Review of these records did not reveal any General Orders authorizing the applicant an award of the Purple Heart. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show these unit awards.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081704C070215
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. Further, notwithstanding the applicant’s claim that she was not at fault for the debt, and it was the responsibility of her chain of command to review her monthly LES and inform her of the overpayment , there is no evidence to show that the applicant did not receive her monthly LESs during this period. Her monthly LESs clearly listed the zip code on which her BAH payment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081721C070215
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Army Commendation Medal. 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 separation document. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Army Commendation Medal and that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081722C070215
The applicant served in Vietnam during four campaigns and is authorized four bronze service stars to be worn on his Vietnam Service Medal.3. The applicant’s records show that he is authorized two Overseas Service Bars.5. RECOMMENDATION :That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned is authorized award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars, the Republic of Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081725C070215
The Board's previous recommendation in this case (AR2001061053) dated 23 August 2001 was for an adjusted date of rank under the Reserve Officer Personnel Management Act (ROPMA) for captain from 18 April 2000 to 15 November 1999, with entitlement to back pay and allowances in the higher grade on that date now requires further review. On 23 May 2002, the applicant faxed to the Board a Promotion Qualification Statement showing that he was assigned to a captain position effective 1 October 1998...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2002 | 2002081729C070215
That certification document noted that he had served on active duty between 4 December 1952 and 8 December 1954 and that his “last grade, rank, or rating” was that of “private.” There is no indication in available records which notes the source of the information utilized by the National Personnel Records Center to prepare the applicant Certification of Military Service. While the evidence available to the Board does not confirm that the applicant was serving as a corporal at the time of...