ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083377C070212
EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: This is also the SSAN that was recorded in his Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20), and other service records created during his tenure on active duty. The DD Form 214 issued to him on the date he was separated lists the SSAN he now claims is incorrect in Item 3 (Social Security Number); and Item 5 (Grade, Rate of Rank) contains the entry PFC, which confirms he held this rank on that date.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083378C070212
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing that he was awarded the first award of the Good Conduct Medal for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083380C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The FSM's military records show: Unfortunately, the FSM and the applicant divorced prior to the establishment of SBP coverage for former spouses.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083381C070212
He would have to submit a request to this Board regarding his physical condition. Competent medical authority determined that his medical condition was such that he could be discharged. His discharge was again ordered on 25 October 2002, the orders revoked, and he was finally discharged on 30 October 2002 on the date that his physically disability evaluation processing was terminated, and 10 months after the denial of his QMP appeal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083382C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT REQUESTS: Separation pay. Army Regulation 600-8-24 provides for the discharge or release of officers on active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083384C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. She states that only thing that was "non-productive" was her back and that during the period of service noted as lost time on her separation document, she was actually in the hospital. On 18 June 1981 the applicant's unit commander initiated action to administratively separate the applicant from active duty under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-33...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083387C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That his discharge be upgraded to honorable or general under honorable conditions. On 3 January 1962, the applicant was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-208 for unfitness, with an undesirable, under other than honorable conditions discharge. A general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083402C070212
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 | 2003083411C070212
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. On 28 June 1982, the applicant was convicted by a general court-martial of possession of ammunition and explosives, value in excess of $100.00, and possession of marijuana. On 25 October 1983, the U. S. Court of Military Appeals denied the applicant's petition for a grant of review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083412C070212
On 6 May 1970, the applicant’s unit commander initiated action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, for unsuitability with a general discharge, under honorable conditions. On 16 June 1970, the applicant was separated with an GD under honorable conditions, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, for unsuitability. DISCUSSION : Considering all the evidence, allegations, and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083418C070212
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he was on “altering meds” at the time he was being counseled by his drill sergeant for his behavior, which the drill sergeant noted, “warranted a discharge under the trainee discharge program.” He contends that he was unfairly discharged and was being treated for swollen feet, asthma, and nasal congestion. In June 2001 the Board was able to locate the applicant’s records and then denied his November 2000 request (AR2000046724) to have his records corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083424C070212
On 12 November the 2001 RCSB convened and again, the applicant was found to be not qualified for promotion based on lack of the required civilian education, a BA degree As a result of his second nonselection for promotion to the rank of captain, he was separated from the Oregon Army National Guard on 25 September 2002. Public Law 105-261, Section 516 granted authority for a temporary waiver of a BA degree requirement for promotion to captain for certain Army Reserve officers. However, in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083429C070212
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 | CY2003 | 2003083430C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: The applicant requests that her records be corrected to show that she was promoted to sergeant effective and with a date of rank of 27 June 1997. There is no evidence of any proficiency training completed, nor any evidence that she was recommended for promotion by her prior unit commanders. Consequently, and notwithstanding the recommendation made by her current hospital commander, there is insufficient evidence to grant the applicant's request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083436C070212
Records available to the Board were obtained from alternate sources and show the applicant was inducted on 5 November 1942. There are no orders for the Army Commendation Medal in the available records. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was awarded the Distinguished Unit Citation, the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp and the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one silver service star.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083440C070212
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. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) prescribes Army policy, criteria, and administrative instructions concerning individual military awards. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected amending Item 6 (Organization) of the WD AGO 53-55 of the individual concerned to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083443C070212
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. However, a properly constituted separation document (DD Form 214), which contains the authority and reason for the applicant’s discharge is available.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083444C070212
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: EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show:
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083450C070212
The applicant requests that his report of separation (DD Form 214) be corrected to reflect his awards of the Good Conduct Medal (GCMDL), the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), the Kuwait Liberation Medal (KULM), the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM), the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), the Valorous Unit Award (VUA) and his Certificates of Achievement and Commendation. The DD Form 214 issued to him at the time of separation indicates that he served 2 years, 5 months and 6 days of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083452C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. On 16 March 1982, the separation authority approved the request and directed that the applicant be reduced to pay grade E-1 and separated with a UOTHC discharge. On 15 March 1991, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant’s request for an upgrade of her discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083460C070212
The applicant states, in effect, that his separation document (DD Form 214) does not show 11B (Infantryman) as his secondary MOS and the CIB as an authorized award. The evidence of record shows that the applicant served in the RVN from 30 November 1967 to 28 May 1968. In view of the foregoing, the applicant’s records should be corrected as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083464C070212
The applicant's DA Form 137 (Installation Clearance Record), dated 9 June 1970, shows the applicant's rank as SP4. 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 12 November 1968 through 15 June 1970. That the applicant's DD Form 214 be amended to add the Army Good Conduct Medal and to show his rank and grade as SP4, E-4 and his date of rank as 8 January 1970.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083466C070212
The applicant states, in effect, that Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 does not list all the awards he earned during his active duty tenure. The applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) includes a copy of General Orders Number 1028, dated 29 June 1971, issued by Headquarters, 3 rd Brigade, 1 st Cavalry Division, RVN, which awarded him the Bronze Star Medal, 2 nd Oak Leaf Cluster, with...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083468C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: In effect, that her DD Form 214 (Report of Separation) dated 13 August 1999 be corrected to show: Item 7b, Home of Record (HOR), as Chicago, Illinois instead of Pulaski, New York. ` The last DD Form 214 shows she also served as a second lieutenant in the USAR, from 6 July 1997 to 13 August 1999 and was released from Active Duty with an honorable discharge. The applicant has failed to submit any documentation to show that her home of record at the time of her periods of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083472C070212
Although the Board does not have the benefit of reviewing the applicant's records, there is sufficient evidence to show that the applicant was wounded/injured in combat; therefore, it is reasonable to presume that he was awarded two Purple Hearts as he contends and that he departed the ETO before they caught up with his records. Additionally, he served as an infantryman in combat during WWII and is entitled to be awarded the CIB. RECOMMENDATION : That all of the Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083474C070212
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to reflect award of the Purple Heart. There were no other medical records available to the Board. The evidence does confirm that the applicant was wounded as a result of hostile action on 21 December 1944 and as such, is entitled to an award of the Purple Heart and to have the injury recorded in item 34 on his separation document.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083475C070212
The applicant was scheduled to attend ANCOC class number 502 PH1 with a reporting date of 11 February 2001. Both of these members of the applicant’s NCO support chain recommend approval of the applicant’s request for reinstatement of his promotion and to the ANCOC. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that the individual concerned was granted a compassionate deferment from attending his 11 February 2001 ANCOC class; by reinstating his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083477C070212
There are no orders in the applicant’s service personnel records which show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. 20. Review of the applicant’s service personnel records does not reveal that he was recommended for or entitled to any other awards or decorations. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was awarded the ARCOM for meritorious achievement and the BSM for meritorious service while serving in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083478C070212
The applicant’s submission is new evidence that requires Board consideration. The staff member discovered an Evade and Capture Report, dated 26 August 1944, that shows that the applicant was a POW and had successfully escaped.8. Evidence shows the applicant had been missing in action from August to November 1944.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083480C070212
She also contends that, when she was placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL), the initial informal PEB failed to note osteoarthritis of the foot and degenerative joint disease of the spine, either of which would have warranted at least a 10 percent disability rating and a finding of "unfit." Department of Defense Instruction 1332.38, paragraph E3.P6.2.4 states that conditions newly diagnosed during TDRL periodic physical examinations shall be compensable when the condition is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083486C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, that the records of her deceased former spouse, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he changed his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage to former spouse coverage. The applicant states, through counsel, that the FSM and she were married for 34 years. Public Law 97-252, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA), enacted 8 September 1982, established SBP coverage for former spouses of retiring members.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083488C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The applicant states he provides as supporting evidence his graduation certificate (showing he graduated on 15 August 1958); orders dated 18 August 1958 (which changed him from ACDUTRA to full active duty from 18 August until he was discharged on 28 September 1958); a letter of recommendation dated 25 September 1958 (which notes "…upon your departure from active military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083489C070212
APPLICANT STATES : In effect, he would like the Board to consider his post service contributions to veterans and his community and grant him an upgrade based upon these post service contributions. EVIDENCE OF RECORD : The applicant's military records show: The discharge authority reviewed the recommendation and directed that the applicant be discharged under Army Regulation 635-200, for unfitness, with a general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083491C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. APPLICANT STATES : In effect, that he did not have to attend Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC) because he had been “grandfathered.” He adds he will never be promoted with these two AER’s in his OMPF. On the date the applicant submitted his request to the Board, he was on active duty in the AGR program in pay grade E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083495C070212
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation-Honorable Discharge) to show award of the Bronze Star Medal. The applicant states, in effect, that he is entitled to award of the Bronze Star Medal based on being cited in orders, in the form of award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, between 7 December 1941 and 2 September 1945. Evidence of record shows that the applicant was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge on 18 March 1945.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083499C070212
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the Combat Action Ribbon, the National Defense Service Medal, the "American Area Campaign" (correctly known as the American Campaign Medal), and the "American Defense" (correctly known as the American Defense Service 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083500C070212
The applicant states that his record does not show that he was wounded in action or awarded the PH. This document shows the unit to which the applicant was assigned was cited for award of the Distinguished Unit Citation (DUC) for the period 16 - 22 May 1951 by Department of the Army General Order Number 72, dated 1951. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083502C070212
The applicant states that he was wounded in Vietnam. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083507C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. The evidence of record shows that on 19 March 1970, the applicant consulted with counsel and submitted a request for discharge from the service. The separation authority, a major general, approved the applicant's discharge on 27 March 1970 and directed that he be discharged with an undesirable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083508C070212
It shows his SPD as JBK (involuntary discharge upon completion of required active service, to be used for Regular Army soldiers (except those with a declination of continued service statement) ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment who are discharged upon completion of enlistment). It shows his RE code as 3. The Board notes that it does not appear there is anything in the applicant's available records to show why he may have been ineligible for reenlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083509C070212
There is insufficient evidence medical documentation which confirms the applicant was wounded as a result of hostile action during World War II and as such, there is insufficient evidence on which to base an award of the Purple Heart. Although the Board was unable to confirm that the applicant was ever recommended for, or award, the Bronze Star Medal as a result of his actions during the sniper incident he related, he is entitled to an award of the Bronze Star Medal as a conversion award...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083510C070212
The applicant’s military records were not available to the Board for review. The applicant’s reconstructed record shows that on 28 May 1991, DA, ARPERCEN, issued a correction to the applicant’s separation document (DD Form 215), which added the CIB and Bronze Star Medal to the list of authorized awards earned by the applicant during his tenure on active duty. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case be corrected by showing that based on his unit service in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083512C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: That the effective date of his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage be changed from 1 December 1999 to 1 July 2002. The applicant's notification of eligibility for retired pay is dated 22 January 1970. The applicant was a senior warrant officer who served in a Reserve Component in active status during the time the SBP and the RCSBP were established.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083513C070212
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 | CY2003 | 2003083514C070212
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: 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 | 2003083515C070212
APPLICANT REQUESTS: The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of his request for an upgrade of his Undesirable Discharge to an Honorable Discharge. The applicant failed to return to Vietnam and was reported as being AWOL effective 4 December 1969. On 20 April 1971, the applicant was advised that proceedings to discharge him from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 for unfitness were being initiated.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083519C070212
The applicant requests reconsideration of his application to correct his military records by awarding him the Purple Heart. The new evidence consists of a Standard Form 600 (Chronological Record of Medical Care) from his military medical records dated 3 February 1970, while serving in Vietnam. In the Board's previous consideration, it did not have the advantage of reviewing the applicant's medical records; however, the Board finds that the applicant has provided sufficient proof to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083521C070212
The certificate and awards orders for the PH provided by the applicant confirm that he was awarded the PH for wounds received in the RVN on 7 December 1969. It states, in pertinent part, that the PH is awarded to any member who has been wounded or killed in action. That all of the Department of the Army records related to this case for the individual concerned be corrected by showing he was awarded the Purple Heart and Air Medal while serving in the RVN; by awarding him the first award of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083524C070212
The applicant requests correction of military records as stated in the application to the Board and as restated herein. 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, there is no evidence of record available to the Board, and the applicant has provided no evidence, which shows that he was wounded or treated for wounds...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2003 | 2003083526C070212
The applicant's commander recommended he be discharged from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 9, for alcohol abuse rehabilitation failure. On 18 August 1983, the applicant was discharged, with a general discharge under honorable conditions, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 9, alcohol rehabilitation failure. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.