ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007808C070206
On 7 July 2004, the U.S. Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) Branch denied the applicant’s request for CRSC for residuals of foot injury and duodenal ulcer. However, the USAPDA CRSC Branch approved the applicant’s 20% disability for his back condition for CRSC. Since there is no evidence or indication that the applicant’s Purple Heart wound resulted in a back injury, there is no basis for changing the effective date of his CRSC for his back injury.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007814C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his retirement DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 29 February 1960 to show award of the Army Commendation Medal, the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar, the Presidential Unit Citation, six awards of the bronze service star (correctly known as one silver service star and one bronze service star) and one bronze arrowhead to be affixed to the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, and the Korea...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007819C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, that Item 30 (Military Occupational Specialty and Number) of his separation document (WD AGO Form 53-55) be corrected. The applicant states, in effect, that his discharge document incorrectly shows that he primarily served on active duty as a supply sergeant instead of a cannon crew member. Item 30 of the separation document contains the entry "Supply Sgt 821.” 5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007829C070206
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 12 January 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20050007829 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, that his undesirable discharge be upgraded to a general or honorable discharge. However, his DD Form 214 shows that he was discharged on 10 January 1975 under the provisions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007835C070206
The applicant states, in effect, that he was never awarded the PH for the shrapnel wound he sustained to his right hand while serving in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN). The applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) contains no orders or other documents that indicate he was ever wounded in action, or awarded the PH. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the individual concerned to show his entitlement to the Meritorious...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007836C070206
On 6 August 1968, the applicant requested to be discharged from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-9(1)(b). The applicant's DD Form 214 shows the reason and authority as Army Regulation 635-200, SPN 375 (Discharge because of not meeting medical fitness standards at time of enlistment or induction) in item 11c. An individual was eligible for discharge if a medical board found the individual had a medical condition which would have permanently disqualified...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007839C070206
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 10 January 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20050007839 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 is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. Although the applicant served in four campaigns in Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007851C070206
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. 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. Evidence shows that the applicant’s records contain administrative error which does not require action by the Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007874C070206
On 2 January 1973, the separation authority approved the applicant’s request for discharge, and directed that he receive an UD and be reduced to the lowest enlisted grade. On 7 June 1976, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB), after careful consideration of the applicant’s case, determined his discharge was proper and equitable, and it voted to deny his request for an upgrade of his discharge. The Board determined that administrative error in the records of the individual should be corrected.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007877C070206
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. The applicant’s request that the completion of Ranger training and the Ranger Tab be added to his separation document, and the supporting evidence he submitted were carefully considered. The evidence confirms the applicant was assigned to the 8213th Army Unit, Eighth Army Ranger Company, 25th Infantry Division, while serving in Korea.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007884C070206
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. The contemporaneous medical evidence of record which shows the applicant was hospitalized for a perforated eardrum sustained during combat in August 1944 in France is accepted as sufficient evidence on which to base award of the Purple Heart. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds received in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007936C070206
The applicant’s Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20) shows he served in the RVN from 16 August 1970 through 15 August 1971. The applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) contains no orders or other documents that indicate he was ever wounded in action, or awarded the PH. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the individual concerned to show his entitlement to the Army Commendation Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007939C070206
Karen Y. Fletcher | |Member | The Board considered the following additional evidence: Exhibit C – Record of Proceedings dated 21 April 2005. The General Orders awarding the Good Conduct Medal, referenced in paragraph 5, Consideration of Evidence, of the original proceedings, do not relate to the applicant. The ABCMR's decision in Docket Number AR20040003640, erroneously awarded the applicant the Good Conduct Medal based upon a factual error (the General Orders referencing another Soldier's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007941C070206
Department of the Army, U.S. Army Human Resources Command, Orders B-05-501585 dated 5 May 2005 promoted the applicant to the rank of CPT with an effective date of 4 March 2005 and a date of rank of 4 March 2005. It states, in pertinent part, that unit officers selected by a mandatory board will have a promotion date and effective date no earlier that the date the board is approved or the date of Senate confirmation (if required), provided they are assigned to a position in the higher grade....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007942C070206
The applicant’s Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20) shows he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) from 5 May 1965 through 26 April 1966. The applicant’s Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) contains no orders or other documents that indicate he was ever wounded in action, or awarded the PH. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the individual concerned to show his entitlement to the Meritorious Unit Commendation,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007954C070206
The applicant’s record shows he enlisted in the Regular Army and entered active duty on 4 September 1973. The applicant’s record does include a separation document (DD Form 214) that shows that on 23 May 1975, he was separated under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, for the good of the service, in lieu of trial by court-martial, and that he received an UD. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050007972C070206
Naomi Henderson | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests that his Bad Conduct Discharge from his second enlistment be upgraded to honorable, based on his honorable discharge from his first enlistment. On 9 November 1972, the United States Army Court of Military Review upheld the sentence as approved by the convening authority.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008000C070206
The applicant requests that his pay grade of E-6 be restored and that his records be corrected to reflect that he was discharged in the pay grade of E-6. The applicant states, in effect, that he was unjustly reduced to the pay grade of E-5 because he did not complete the conditional requirements of his promotion which required him to complete the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course (BNCOC). The applicant provided copies of his physical profiles with his request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008006C070206
Army Regulation 635-200 provides the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error now under consideration on 25 September 1987; therefore, the time for the applicant to file a request for correction of any error expired on 24 September 1990. The Board determined that the evidence presented does not demonstrate the existence of a probable error or injustice.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008033C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, that a 30 November 2001 court- martial order showing he was acquitted of all charges be expunged from the restricted portion of his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). Army Regulation 600-8-104 (Military Personnel Information Management/Records) states that court-martial orders are to be filed on the restricted fiche if all approved findings are not guilty. Although the applicant may perceive that retention of the order on his restricted fiche might...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008039C070206
The application submitted in this case is dated 22 January 2005. Evidence shows the FSM was wounded as result of hostile action on 7 January 1945 while serving in Europe during World War II; therefore, he is entitled to award of the Purple Heart and correction to his records to reflect this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected: a. by posthumously awarding the FSM the Purple Heart for wounds received on 7...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008045C070206
There are no orders in the applicant's military personnel records awarding him the Good Conduct Medal. This form was prepared by the Commander, 763rd Medical Detachment, on 12 January 1968, and requested that the Commanding Officer, US Army Transfer Station, Fort Dix, New Jersey, issue the applicant the Good Conduct Medal upon his release from active duty. AR 672-5-1, in effect at the time of the applicant's separation, provides that the Good Conduct Medal is awarded to Soldiers who...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008046C070206
The applicant requests correction to her date of rank on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The evidence of record shows that applicant's date of rank for first lieutenant was 26 August 2001. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing on her DD Form 214, Item 12h, her effective date of pay grade for first lieutenant as 26 August 2001.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008060C070206
On 10 February 1986, the separation authority approved the applicant’s separation and directed he receive a GD. The evidence of record confirms that the applicant’s separation processing was accomplished in accordance with the applicable regulation. As a result, the Board further determined that there is no evidence provided which shows that it would be in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file this application within the 3-year statute of limitations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008069C070206
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he served on active duty from 10 September 1969 through 20 September 1971. The applicant states he does not know why his dates of service are incorrect in his military record. Headquarters, U.S. Army Personnel Center, Special Orders Number 272 dated 29 September 1971 discharged the applicant from active duty under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10 for the good of the service with an effective date of discharge as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008081C070206
ROPMA specified that a second lieutenant (2LT) serve a MYIG of 2 years before promotion to first lieutenant (1LT), and a 1LT serve a MYIG of 5 years before promotion to captain. The Reserve Officer Personnel Act in effect prior to ROPMA required completion of 3 years as a 2LT and 4 years as a 1LT before promotion to captain. In view of the circumstances in this case, the applicant is entitled to an adjustment to his promotion effective date and date of rank for captain to 21 March 1999,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008087C070206
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. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence on which to base award of the Combat Infantryman Badge in this case. After his discharge from the Army, he became entitled to a second award of the Bronze Star Medal based on his award of the Combat Infantryman Badge during World War II.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008088C070206
Michael J. Flynn | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. Public Law 92-425, the SBP, enacted 21 September 1972, provided that military members on active duty could elect to have their retired pay reduced to provide for an annuity after death to surviving dependents. DIC also may be authorized for survivors of veterans who at the time of death were determined to be totally disabled as a result of military service,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008093C070206
This case is being considered using reconstructed records, which primarily consist of the applicant’s separation document (DD Form 214). Therefore, the time for him to file a request for correction of any error or injustice expired on 24 March 1972. As a result, the Board further determined that there is no evidence provided which shows that it would be in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file this application within the 3-year statute of limitations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008098C070206
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides, in pertinent part, for award of the Prisoner of War Medal. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by awarding him the ROK-KWSM and by showing that he was awarded the GCMDL, the NDSM and the UNSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008117C070206
He goes on to state that had the military done an MRI and discovered his real problem, he would have been able to complete his enlistment. He also states that his record of service will bear out that he was not an unsatisfactory Soldier, but his medical condition prevented him from passing the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). As a result, the Board further determined that there is no evidence provided which shows that it would be in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008119C070206
The applicant requests that his under other than honorable conditions discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. On 27 August 1987, the separation authority approved the applicant’s request for discharge and directed that he receive an under other than honorable conditions discharge. When authorized, it is issued to a soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008138C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, that his 30 June 2004 separation document (DD Form 214) be corrected to reflect his deployment to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom; and to include the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM), Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), Overseas Service Bars, and Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM). He further states that he was awarded the AGCM, CIB, GWOTEM, and 2 Overseas Service Bars, but these awards are not included in the list of awards...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008146C070206
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 18 January 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20050008146 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 7 November 1969, the unit commander advised the applicant that he was recommending the applicant’s discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 (Personnel Separations), by reason of unfitness. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008191C070206
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that the nonjudicial punishment (NJP) imposed against her on 26 January 2004 be set aside, that she be restored to the pay grade of E-6 and that the Board direct the imposing officer to provide her with a written letter of apology. On 26 January 2004, the imposing commander imposed a reduction to the pay grade of E-5 and directed that the DA Form 2627 be filed in the Restricted Fiche of her OMPF.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008237C070206
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show a different date of birth and place of birth. This Board action will be filed in the applicant's military records so a record of his date of birth and place of birth will be on hand. The Board determined that the evidence presented does not demonstrate the existence of a probable error or injustice.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008250C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, promotion to master sergeant/E-8 (MSG/E-8) and all back pay due as a result; and removal of a Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER) from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). This promotion official indicates the policy in effect at the time of the Calendar Year (CY) 2003 MSG/E-8 promotion selection board, as articulated in paragraph 4d of the promotion board announcement message, stipulated that Soldiers in the rank of SFC/E-7 were...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008277C070206
The applicant states that his OMPF has 5 different orders for his AGCM (4th Award) and he requests that 4 of the awards be removed from his OMPF. These orders awarded the applicant the AGCM (4th Award) for the period 29 January 1997 to 28 January 2000. Orders awarding the applicant the AGCM (1st through 3rd Award) are correct for those time periods in which the applicant served.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008282C070206
The applicant provides supporting evidence through counsel. Counsel requests the duty description on the applicant's officer evaluation report (OER) for the period 6 July 2002 through 5 July 2003 [hereafter referred to as the contested report] be changed by adding the duty titles "Chief, Pediatric Cardiology Services" and "Assistant Chief for Administrative Services, Department of Pediatrics." Counsel stated that, because the 2003 Department of the Army Promotion Board did not have an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008297C070206
The applicant's records show that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. Although the applicant's name is not shown on the Vietnam Casualty Roster, the preponderance of evidence shows that on 18 January 1970, while serving on active duty in Vietnam, the applicant sustained wounds as a result of hostile action and was treated for those wounds. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008399C070206
Kenneth W. Lapin | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. On 1 March 2005, the U.S. Army Physical Disability Agency (USAPDA) Combat Related Special Compensation (CRSC) Branch determined that the applicant’s neurotic stomach disorder was not combat related and denied his request for CRSC. Even if the applicant were to submit evidence to show that he experienced stomach problems while in Vietnam, he would still have...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008413C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). The applicant’s Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20) confirms he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) from 5 April 1968 through 4 April 1969. It further stipulates that a bronze service star is authorized with this award for each campaign a member is credited with participating in while serving in the RVN.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008445C070206
The applicant states, in effect, that he has issues regarding the use of the statute of limitations in his case; however, his argument for reconsideration will be made based on equity considerations. In these letters, he outlines why he disagrees with the original findings and conclusions of the Board, and requests support for his reconsideration request. The applicant’s reconsideration request for removal of a second non- selection for promotion from his record and reconsideration for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008449C070206
On 5 October 1983, the battalion commander forwarded the applicant's signed statement to The Adjutant General of Connecticut stating the applicant declined promotion with continued assignment to the Army National Guard of the United States in present grade as no vacancy presently existed for him to accept promotion in the higher grade. The applicant was informed that, since the records showed he had declined promotion to major [while in the ARNG], his promotion to major [once transferred to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008457C070206
The applicant submitted a letter, dated 23 February 2005, wherein he states that he did not receive award of the Combat Infantryman Badge at the time he was discharged and believes he is entitled to the award since he served as an "APC track driver" while in Vietnam. There is no evidence in the available records which shows that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board’s 15-year statute of limitation. The records available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008489C070206
The applicant's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) and DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Records) show he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars, the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device 60, the Army Commendation Medal, and the Expert Qualification Badge (Rifle). DA Pamphlet 672-3 does not show that the units the applicant was assigned to during his period of service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008534C070206
On 19 September 1967, the separation authority approved the applicant’s separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, and directed he receive an Undesirable Discharge (UD). On 3 November 1981, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) voted to upgrade the applicant’s discharge to a GD. The U.S. Court of Appeals, observing that applicants to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) are by statute allowed 15 years to apply there, and that this Board's exhaustion requirement (Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008541C070206
Rodney Barber | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. However, at the time of his discharge, his DD Form 214 was prepared to reflect in block 18b. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing in block 18b of his DD Form 214 that he had no prior active service (00 00 00), in block 18c that he had 1 year, 7 months and 15 days of total...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008572C070206
Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of the applicant's DA Form 20 does not include the CIB in the list of awards earned by the applicant during his active duty tenure, and his Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) is void of any orders awarding him the CIB. It states, in pertinent part, that a bronze service star is authorized with this award for each RVN campaign a member is credited with participating in while serving in the RVN. The evidence of record further shows the applicant held...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2005 | 20050008583C070206
The applicant requests that his undesirable discharge be upgraded to a general discharge. On 9 December 1971, the applicant was discharged from active duty under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10 for the good of the service with an undesirable discharge. On 30 March 1973, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge to general.