ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001603C070205
Yolanda Maldonado | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests that his Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rated disabilities for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and tinnitus be approved for Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC). Without evidence to establish a direct, causal relationship to the applicant’s VA rated disabilities to war or the simulation of war, there is insufficient...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001605C070205
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 31 August 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060001605 I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that he be awarded the Purple Heart, that he be provided proof of hazardous service and armed conflict, and that he be provided proof of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001607C070205
The applicant states, in effect, he is entitled to the PH for injuries he received in combat, and the PH should have been included with the list of awards contained on his separation document (DD Form 214). During its original review of the applicant's case, the Board found no evidence of record that showed the applicant was wounded or injured as a result of enemy action, or that he was ever recommended for or awarded the PH by proper authority while serving on active duty. The evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001609C070205
Alice Muellerweiss | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests, in effect, that his discharge be upgraded to a general discharge under honorable conditions. When authorized, it is issued to a soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001615C070205
The applicant request, in effect, promotion reconsideration to colonel, as an Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) officer, by a special selection board (SSB), under the 2005 year criteria. The applicant's military records show he was appointed in the United States Army Reserve (USAR), as a second lieutenant, effective 11 December 1981. The Board also concludes that the applicant did not present convincing evidence of a material error in his file at the time he was not selected for promotion by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001618C070205
His record does include a separation document (DD Form 214) that confirms on 28 May 2004, he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 5, Army Regulation 635-40, by reason of a disability, that existed prior to his service-medical board. By regulation, the RE-3 code is the proper code to assign members separating under the provisions of chapter 5, Army Regulation 635-40, by reason of an EPTS disability. The medical examination now provided by the applicant does not call into question...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001626C070205
The applicant states, in effect, that the SSN recorded in his military service records and that is listed in Item 3 (Social Security Number) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), with an effective date of 27 January 1992, is incorrect. The DD Form 214 provides evidence of the applicant's SSN that was recorded and used during his military service. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error or injustice now under consideration on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001627C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, that he be advanced on the retired list to the rank of master sergeant (MSG), E-8. There are no orders in the applicant’s service records which show he was promoted to MSG. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 3961(b) states that, unless entitled to a higher retired grade under some other provision of law, a Regular or Reserve of the Army not covered by section 3961a) (which discusses commissioned officers) who retires other than for physical disability retires...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001630C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of her under other than honorable conditions discharge to a general discharge. In February 1986, the discharge approving authority approved the applicant's request for a hardship discharge under the provisions of chapter 6 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations) effective 25 February 1986. There is no evidence in the available records which shows the applicant was discharged under the provisions of chapter 6...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001635C070205
Ronald Gant | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests award of the Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM). The evidence of record shows the applicant served a period of qualifying service for award of the AFSM and correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001637C070205
A review of the applicant's military service records, in conjunction with Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards), confirmed that all of the authorized awards and decorations that the applicant is entitled to are recorded on his DD Form 214. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was selected for promotion to the grade of rank of SFC (E-7) in May 2001. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001638C070205
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show that he completed requirements for a high school GED (General Educational Development). The applicant states that the education level on his DD Form 214 shows 9 years and should be corrected to show GED. The applicant provided a report that shows he achieved standard scores on the GED tests.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001651C070205
There is no evidence and the applicant did not provide any evidence that shows the PEB did not consider the applicant's mental condition at the time of their evaluation. Notwithstanding the new evidence and argument submitted by the applicant, the evidence of record confirms that the applicant's mental condition was evaluated and considered in the PEB's decision. Evidence further confirms the applicant was discharged accordingly showing retirement by reason of physical disability.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001659C070205
The applicant requests that the Home of Record (HOR) currently reflected in his Official Military Personnel File be changed from Baton Rouge, Louisiana (LA), to Dallas, Texas (TX). He states that his Selective Service Local Board Number, City, State and Zip Code is reflected as Ennis, Texas; that his enlistment contract shows that his recruiter was located in Dallas, TX; and that the letter from the University of North TX indicates that he resided in Dallas, TX, 3 months before his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001662C070205
He claims the regular ABCMR panel of three members received an inaccurate and legally erroneous presentation of the evidence for their decision, as reflected in the Record of Proceedings prepared by the ABCMR staff for approval by the three-member panel. He also claims there is no requirement or provision for additional approval by the CGSOC Registrar's Office, or any other body, and the regulation provides all that is necessary to receive the credit is for the course completion to be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001663C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of his earlier appeal to correct his military records by adding the Army Commendation Medal to the awards he received for his service in Vietnam. Neither a copy of general orders, a citation, or an awards certificate awarding the applicant the Army Commendation Medal are in his service personnel records. The award certificate the applicant provided the Board for its review shows the applicant was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001680C070205
James R. Hastie | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. If the member meets the qualifications and requirements for Federal Recognition, the Chief, NGB extends permanent Federal Recognition to the member in the grade and branch in which the member is qualified. Records show that the applicant was granted temporary Federal Recognition effective 12 September 2004 upon his initial appointment in the IDARNG as a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001681C070205
If the member meets the qualifications and requirements for Federal Recognition, the Chief, NGB extends permanent Federal Recognition to the member in the grade and branch in which the member is qualified. If the member meets the qualifications and requirements for Federal Recognition, the Chief, NGB extends permanent Federal Recognition to the member in the grade and branch in which the member is qualified. Records show that the applicant was granted temporary Federal Recognition...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001683C070205
Alice Muellerweiss | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. Although the orders provided by the applicant show she was promoted to sergeant in the USAR on 1 June 2003, her discharge orders show she was separated in the rank of specialist. There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant was discharged on 25 January 2005.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001694C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, promotion consideration to captain under the 1996 year criteria and adjustment to his date of rank for captain from September 1998 to December 1996, if selected. He is requesting that his date of rank be adjusted for his promotion to captain by one year. ROPMA provides that a second lieutenant serve a MYIG of 2 years before promotion to first lieutenant, and a first lieutenant serve a MYIG of 5 years before promotion to captain and that an officer...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001695C070205
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 28 September 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060001695 I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The applicant’s DD Form 214 shows that he was discharged with an undesirable discharge on 9 September 1971 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service. Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001696C070205
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 28 September 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060001696 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 further states that at the time of his discharge, service in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, did not qualify for award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal. The applicant provides a copy of his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001698C070205
U. S. Army Reserve Personnel Command (sic) Orders P03-583064 dated 1 March 2005 placed the applicant on the retired list effective 9 June 2005. Notwithstanding the advisory opinion, it would be equitable to correct the applicant’s records to show that his request for an extension of his MRD was submitted prior to his applying for retired pay, that he was found to be fully qualified for retention until 23 July 2005, and that he applied for retired pay, with a retirement date of 24 July 2005,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001700C070205
Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. Additionally, the applicant’s service record shows he was charged for being AWOL for 444 days. There is no evidence of record which indicates the actions taken in his case were in error or unjust, there is no basis for granting the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001703C070205
His service records also show that he served a second tour in the Republic of Vietnam during the period 17 May 1968 to 22 April 1969. The applicant's records show that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the award of the Meritorious Service Medal; Army Good Conduct Medal first award for the period 23 October 1949 to 23 December 1952; Korea Defense Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001704C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, that his undesirable discharge (UD), characterized as under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC), be upgraded and that the reason for his discharge, "misconduct conviction by civil court," be changed. The applicant was discharged on 31 March 1971, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206, due to his civil court conviction. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001705C070205
The applicant requests that his Reenlistment (RE) Code be changed to a more favorable code that will allow him to enlist in the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), that his bar to reenlistment be removed and that his report of separation (DD Form 214) be corrected to reflect that he qualified as an expert with the M16 rifle. There is no indication in the available records to show that the applicant ever raised the issue of a breech of his enlistment contract, other than the initial pay...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001708C070205
However, should the initial period of temporary Federal Recognition expire due to administrative processing delays, through no fault of the member, a subsequent Federal Recognition Board should be convened to consider the request again and grant another new period of temporary Federal Recognition if warranted. If the member meets the qualifications and requirements for Federal Recognition, the Chief, NGB extends permanent Federal Recognition to the member in the grade and branch in which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001711C070205
The applicant requests that his honorable discharge be corrected to reflect that he was discharged by reason of physical disability. On 25 January 1993, the Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) commander submitted an application to retain the applicant on active duty beyond his scheduled release date due to the applicant having a badly fractured leg. The applicant has failed to show through the evidence submitted or the evidence of record that he was medically/physically unfit at the time...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001716C070205
There are no orders in the applicant's military personnel records awarding him the Combat Medical Badge. AR 672-5-1, in effect at the time of the applicant's separation provides that the 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001722C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, that the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star Medal be added to his WD AGO Form 53-55, Enlisted Record and Report of Separation – Honorable Discharge. Item 34 (Wounds Received in Action), of the applicant's WD AGO Form 53- 55, shows the entry, "None." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal from the applicant's WD AGO...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001725C070205
Rea Nuppenau | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. Evidence of record shows that the applicant served in the Republic of Korea during the period of eligibility for award of the Republic of Korea - Korean War Service Medal; therefore, he is entitled to award of the Republic of Korea - Korean War Service Medal, and correction of his military records to show this award. Therefore, the Board requests that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001726C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, that item 24 (Decorations and Awards), of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge), be corrected to show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. The applicant states, in effect, that his DD Form 214 fails to show that he was awarded the Purple Heart. The evidence of record shows that the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal and given that he was awarded this award, it was apparent that he had served in a unit that was subordinate to USARV.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001727C070205
The applicant requests that his report of separation be corrected to reflect that he had 36 months of active service during his first enlistment and that he attended a 2-week Chemical,Nuclear, Biological (CBR) Officer / Noncommissioned Officer course in 1971. The applicant states that his separation orders for his first enlistment specified that he was to receive credit for his first full term of active duty of 36 months; however, his DD Form 214 does not reflect the 36 months of service. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001729C070205
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 September 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060001729 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 was wounded on 21 November 1944 and awarded the Purple Heart by the 83rd General Hospital on 3 December 1944. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001733C070205
A memorandum, dated 12 July 2005, from the Chief, Personnel Division of the Army National Guard Bureau informed the applicant that the Secretary of the Army directed that a Selection Continuation (SELCON) board convene to consider him for continued service on the Reserve Active Status List (RASL) for officers who were twice non-selected by RC Promotion Selection Board (PSB). The Chief, Personnel Division further informed him that he was recommended by the SELCON board for continuation of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001734C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM). The applicant provides a copy of orders, DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record), Enlisted Evaluation Report, award certificates, and KDSM Self-Certification Document. The applicant’s service in Korea is required to be listed in item 12f “Foreign Service” on his DD Form 214, therefore, it will not be discussed further in the Record of Proceedings.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001738C070205
Richard O. Murhy | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. Title 10, U.S. Code, Section 1552(b), provides that applications for correction of military records must be filed within 3 years after discovery of the alleged error or injustice. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error or injustice now under consideration on 1 April 1971; therefore, the time for the applicant to file a request...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001739C070205
The applicant requests that his period of service be characterized as honorable. An uncharacterized discharge is warranted for the circumstances as described by the applicant. In order to justify correction of a military record the applicant must show to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise satisfactorily appear, that the record is in error or unjust.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001740C070205
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. In the statement, the applicant's wife states that the applicant went AWOL; however, he turned himself in to military authorities, and that his attending physician was very upset over the conditions of his legs. A review of the available records fails to show that the applicant ever applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001741C070205
On 1 April 1976, the separation authority approved the applicant’s request for discharge, directed that the applicant be reduced to the lowest enlistment grade and that he receive an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. On 5 April 1976, the applicant was discharged accordingly. There is no evidence nor has the applicant provided any evidence that would support his allegations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001744C070205
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's contention that he has paid for his poor judgment during his active duty service, and the supporting statements he provided, were carefully considered. The evidence of record confirms the applicant was charged with the commission of an offense punishable under the UCMJ with a punitive discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001747C070205
The applicant requests that her record be corrected to show that she was a member of the United States Army Reserve (USAR) Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC)/Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP) while enrolled in ROTC at the University of Southern Mississippi. The applicant may have evidence of more inactive duty training or active duty training than that on the Leave and Earnings Statement submitted with this application. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001748C070205
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Army Commendation Medal. General orders show the applicant was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service from September 1967 to April 1968. The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for partial relief and to excuse failure to timely file.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001756C070205
As indicated in the original Record of Proceedings, the 2nd battalion, 47th Infantry Regiment, was awarded the Valorous Unit Award (VUA) for the period 1 May through 29 June 1970, during the applicant's tenure of assignment. During its original consideration of this case, the Board determined that although the applicant held and served in a qualifying infantry MOS and with a qualifying infantry unit while serving in the RVN, there was no available evidence to confirm his personal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001757C070205
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart, the Army Commendation Medal with an oak leaf cluster and “V” Device, the Bronze Star Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. The applicant provides his DD Form 214; general orders awarding him the Purple Heart; general orders awarding him the Army Commendation Medal with “V” Device; and a citation for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001761C070205
Ronald D. Gant | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests that his Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rated disability for lumbosacral or cervical strain be approved for Combat- Related Special Compensation (CRSC). Without evidence to establish a direct, causal relationship to the applicant’s VA rated disability to war or the simulation of war, there is insufficient basis in which to grant his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001763C070205
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 26 September 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060001763 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 is requesting correction of an alleged error or injustice which occurred on 23 July 1953, the date he was separated from active duty. The applicant’s military records are not available for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001765C070205
Karmin Jenkins | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. This means, in effect, that the Bronze Star Medal is to be awarded to individuals who were authorized either badge for service during World War II.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060001766C070205
The applicant’s military records are not available to the Board for review. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error or injustice now under consideration on 5 December 1955; therefore, the time for the applicant to file a request for correction of any error or injustice expired on 4 December 1958. 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...