ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086478C070212
The Board considered the following evidence: The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board. Pertinent Army regulations provide that, prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086479C070212
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: In addition, the record shows he received formal counseling from members of his chain of command on ten separate occasions, between 10 July and 1 September 1992, for a myriad of disciplinary infractions. On 5 February 1996, the Army Discharge Review Board found that the characterization and reason for the applicant’s discharge were both proper and equitable, and it voted to deny his request that his GD be upgraded to an HD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086481C070212
The applicant requests that his deceased father, a former service member (FSM), be awarded the Purple Heart. The applicant states that his father did not receive a Purple Heart when he was severely wounded in action on 21 September 1918 while with Company G, 6th Infantry, American Expeditionary Force. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the FSM was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds sustained as a result of enemy action on 21...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086483C070212
The applicant states that his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation) clearly shows he was wounded on 30 September 1951. When the Korean War Service Medal is authorized by the Department of the Air Force, the applicant may apply to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records to add this foreign unit award to his DD Form 214. Although there is some conflicting information as to dates, the Board concludes there is sufficient evidence of record to show the applicant was wounded in action in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086487C070212
This medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. He served in Vietnam more than one day and is therefore entitled to award of the Vietnam Service Medal. That all Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze service star, the Presidential Unit Citation, and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086489C070212
The applicant states that she was denied her correct date of rank because no security clearance was on file for her as of her promotion eligibility date. She was awarded a security clearance effective 12 December 2002 and promoted to first lieutenant. The Board also notes that with the applicant’s constructive service credit of 7 months and 10 days, she was eligible for promotion to first lieutenant as early as 5 August 2001.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086491C070212
The applicant states that he was denied correction to his date of rank because he did not have a security clearance on file by his promotion eligibility date. In a Memorandum for Record dated 12 December 2002, the Chief, Military Personnel Actions Branch, states that the applicant could not be promoted at his promotion eligibility date of 15 January 2001, because all promotion qualifications were not met. The records provided to the Board do not contain a memorandum from the Chief, Reserve...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086497C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law and regulations it is concluded: The applicant's contention that he was young and immature at the time is not sufficiently mitigating to warrant relief.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086499C070212
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant states that while he was serving in combat with the 32nd Infantry Division he was so severely wounded that he had be to evacuated to a hospital in the United States. 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, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Bronze...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086500C070212
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Joint Service Commendation Medal. He states that because it was a retirement award, it would be appropriate to have the decoration recorded on his separation document. Records available to the Board indicate that the applicant retired after 20 years of active Federal service on 31 July 1976.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086501C070212
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 | CY2003 | 2003086504C070212
PROCEEDINGS BOARD DATE: 12 August 2003 DOCKET NUMBER: AR2003086504 Item 17a (Current Active Service Other Than by Induction, Source of Entry) of the applicant's DD Form 214 erroneously contains the entry, "NA." __ tsk ___ __ wdp __ __ fcj ___ GRANT AS STATED IN RECOMMENDATION
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086505C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The available evidence includes no military medical records indicating that the applicant was ever wounded or injured in action while serving in the RVN. Further, the applicant has failed to provide any independent evidence to support his claim of entitlement to the PH.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086509C070212
The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant states, in effect, that he was drafted, with a 2-year period of obligated service, served 1 year and 7 months and received an honorable discharge on 14 December 1966. However, the record shows that the applicant was discharged on 28 December 1967 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 with an undesirable discharge (UD).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086510C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: The effective date of his promotion to first lieutenant be corrected to 22 December 2001. In support of his request he submits copies of his 11 December 1999 appointment memorandum and the accompanying oath of office, an accounting of his Reserve retirement points, a 15 October 2002 Memorandum for Record explaining that he could not be promoted on his PED because he had no security clearance but was promoted effective 4 September 2002, his 15 October 2002 promotion...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086512C070212
His DD Form 214 shows: in Item 22a(1) (Net Service), he was credited with 1 year, 11 months, and 22 days of active military service; in Item 22 a(3) (Total), he was credited with 1 year, 11 months, and 22 days of active military service; in Item 22b (Total Active Service), he was credited with 1 year, 11 months, and 22 days of active military service; in Item 22c (Foreign and Sea Service), he was credited with 4 months and 28 days of foreign service; and in Item 30 (Remarks), it was recorded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086513C070212
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show the award of the Purple Heart. Individuals who had qualified for award of the Vietnam Service Medal or the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and were evacuated prior to completing six months of service due wounds resulting from hostile action were entitled to award of the Vietnam Campaign Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086517C070212
She also requests that she receive back retirement pay from the date of her separation and that the Line of Duty (LOD) investigation, dated 26 October 1984, be incorporated in her military records. Title 10, United States Code, section 1203, provides for the physical disability separation of a member who has less than 20 years service and a disability rated at less than 30 percent. The Board considered the applicant's request that the LOD investigation, dated 26 October 1984, be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086522C070212
Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records: The applicant states that he was wounded and awarded the Purple Heart but that it was not recorded on his DD Form 214. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing award of the Purple Heart for wounds sustained as a result of hostile action on 21 June 1971.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086524C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that the noncommissioned officer evaluation report covering the period 990501 [1 May 1999] thru 000131 [31 January 2000] be removed from her military records; that her removal from active duty pursuant to the QMP (Qualitative Management Program) be set aside; that her RE Code be changed from "4" to RE Code "1" on the grounds that she was fully qualified for reenlistment in the Army; and that she be retired pursuant to the provisions of the Temporary Early...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086525C070212
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: He had 2 years, 6 months and 24 days of creditable service and 147 days of lost time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086526C070212
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. Accordingly, the applicant was discharged on 7 August 1973 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086528C070212
His DD Form 214 shows that he was awarded the, the Korean Service Medal with 2 bronze service stars, the United Nations Service Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge during his active duty service. 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 have it added to his DD Form 214. b. awarding the applicant the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Korea...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086530C070212
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: By regulation, the PH is authorized for personnel who are wounded or injured as a result of hostile action. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086532C070212
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: A condition of submitting such a request is that the individual concerned must admit guilt to the charges against them or of a lesser included offense which authorizes the imposition of a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge and they must indicate that they have been briefed and understand the consequences of such a request as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086533C070212
The evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by awarding the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 29 September 1969 through 4 May 1971. That the applicant's DD Form 214 be amended to add the Bronze Star Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the Valorous Unit Award, two awards of the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, and to show he is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086535C070212
Item 14 (Military Education) of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 30 September 1994 does not list the U. S. Army War College. The evidence of record shows the applicant graduated from the U. S. Army War College in 1989. It appears to the Board it was omitted from his DD Form 214 through an administrative oversight.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086536C070212
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 30 January 1986, the United States Court of Military Appeals denied the applicant's petition for grant of a review of the decision of the USACMR.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086539C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, that her reenlistment documents be corrected to show she enlisted in the Army Reserve on 4 May 2000 vice 4 March 2000. Paragraph 11-8 states that the effective date of a reserve component enlistment is the day after discharge from the Regular Army. The Board accepts the 99th Regional Support Command memorandum as sufficient evidence to show she enlisted in the Army Reserve on 4 May 2000.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086541C070212
In a statement dated 25 February 1974, the applicant's first sergeant stated that he had been told by the applicant that he was having problems at home. When separation for unfitness was warranted, a discharge under other than honorable conditions was normally considered appropriate. Based on the applicant's record of indiscipline, the Board determined that his quality of service did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086542C070212
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: An UOTHC discharge was normally considered appropriate for members separated under this provision of the regulation. The record also shows that the applicant’s discharge processing was conducted in accordance with the applicable regulation in effect at the time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086544C070212
In November 2000, BAH-I was repaid to the applicant for the period 2 August to 30 November 2000, totaling $4,385.94, causing the applicant to receive a large mid-month and end-of-month (EOM) for November payment totaling $8,292.43 ($5,591.47 + $2,174.54). He was paid for BAH-II from July 21 through 30 November 2000, totaling $3,135.60, leaving him with a debt of $3,831.61 (-$2,174.54 - $4,792 +$3,135.60). The evidence shows that his account should have been closed out on 30 November 2000...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086548C070212
The applicant requests correction of item 44 (United States Citizen) on his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show that he is a citizen of the United States. The applicant provided a Certificate of Citizenship, dated 12 March 1958, which shows that he became a naturalized citizen of the United States on 2 January 1941. Evidence of record shows the applicant became a naturalized citizen of the United States on 2 January 1941.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086549C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that the records of her deceased former spouse, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he changed his Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) election to former spouse coverage and that she be provided a military identification card. The following must be furnished when applying for a former spouse identification card:...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086554C070212
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to indicate that he declined involuntary separation pay. Block 18 on the applicant's DD Form 214 shows the entries: "SEPARATION PAY - -$24986.88" and "MEMBER IS ENTITLED TO HALF INVOLUNTARY SEPARATION PAY." There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant received half involuntary separation pay in the amount of $24,986.88.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086562C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his records be reviewed to determine if he is entitled to the award of the Bronze Star Medal or the Air Medal with “V” device for valorous service. U.S Army Vietnam (USARV) Regulation 672-1 (Decorations and Awards) provided, in pertinent part, guidelines for award of the Air Medal (AM).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086564C070212
Evidence shows that the applicant’s records contain administrative errors, which do not require action by the Board. Therefore, the Board requests that the Army Review Boards Agency Support Division-St. Louis administratively correct the DD Forms 214 for the period ending 7 May 1968 of the individual concerned and amend his records to show he was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, four bronze service stars for wear on his Vietnam Service Medal, and the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086570C070212
There is no evidence in the available records which shows that the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action in Vietnam. The applicant's DA Form 20 shows that he was hospitalized on 22 June 1968 during his assignment in Vietnam and transferred to the United States on 28 June 1968 for further medical treatment. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part, that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained as a result...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086579C070212
38th Personnel Service Battalion Permanent Orders 170-1, dated 31 July 1996, awarded the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 27 May 1993 – 26 May 1996. It provides that the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency and fidelity during a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. That so much of the application as pertains to award of a second Army Good Conduct Medal be denied.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086582C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his WD AGO Form 53- 55 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and any other awards that were omitted. However, it does not show credit for the Combat Infantryman Badge or any other service awards. The evidence of record does not show that the applicant was wounded three times and awarded the Purple Heart for those wounds.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086583C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that his record be corrected to show he is entitled to non-regular retired pay at age 60. It further indicates that if the applicant has any documentary evidence to show he is entitled to additional service credit or retirement points, he should provide that evidence to the appropriate ARPERSCOM officials so that a correction to his records can be made. Therefore, since he has not completed the 20 years of qualifying service necessary to be eligible to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086584C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : That it has been 54 years since he was discharged. 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 | CY2003 | 2003086590C070212
The applicant states that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) does not include award of the Bronze Star Medal (First Oak Leaf Cluster) as referenced in Department of the Army General Orders Number 2952, dated 4 August 1969. There are orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal during two different periods of service. The Board noted there is evidence of record which shows that the applicant was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086593C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, that the date of his release from active duty be corrected from 16 July 1960 to 16 July 1962, that his height be changed from 5'2" to 5'10" on his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States, Report of Transfer or Discharge; that his DD Forms 214 issued him on 27 April 1971 and 14 June 1974 be corrected to shown award of three Bronze Star Medals for Valor, three Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Crosses for Valor, and the Combat Infantryman Badge, which he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086594C070212
The applicant states, in effect, that he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device in Vietnam on 14 November 1970 while he was assigned to MACV (United States Military Assistance Command, Vietnam). Army Regulation 670-1, in effect at the time, governed the requirements for the overseas service bar. b. awarding the applicant the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, three bronze service stars to be affixed to his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086596C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, that the Meritorious Service Medal, (First Oak Leaf Cluster) be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) and that Block 12f (Foreign Service) of his DD Form 214 be corrected to show the time he spent in Korea and in Germany. The applicant states, in effect, that he served in Korea from 9 December 1974 through 5 January 1976 and in Germany from 17 July 1977 through 17 July 1980 and this time has not been included in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086597C070212
The DD Form 214 he was issued on this date confirms that he had completed 2 years, 1 month, and 4 days of active military service. Thus, the Board concludes it would be appropriate to correct his record and separation document to show he was wounded in action on 27 May 1965, and was awarded the PH as a result. The Board finds the date of entry listed in Item 19c of the applicant’s 30 December 1966 DD Form 214 is the correct date he reenlisted for that particular period of service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086599C070212
The applicant requests that his award of the Purple Heart be confirmed and that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The evidence available to the Board also suggests that the applicant met the qualification requirements for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. a. by confirming that the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart; and
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086600C070212
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. APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his under other than honorable conditions discharge be upgraded to a general discharge. The applicant has not presented and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003086601C070212
Block 3 (Social Security Number) of the applicant's DD Form 214 shows the number *** / 44 / 160. The Board noted the applicant’s contentions that the date of birth, Social Security Account Number and the rank entered on the DD Form 214 issued him on his release from active duty for training are incorrect; however, it finds that only the date of birth and Social Security Account Number are in error. The date of birth recorded in Block 9 of the DD Form 214 is incorrect and should be...