ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016080
The applicant requests correction of his Enlisted Record Brief (ERB) to show all of his awards and deployments. The evidence clearly shows that the applicant was awarded two Army Commendation Medals. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St. Louis administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by: a. showing that, in addition to the awards shown on his DD Form 214, his authorized awards include the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Medal, the Army Commendation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016091
He further states that 19 Soldiers who were selected for promotion to master sergeant had been supervised by the applicant. The applicant provides copies of correspondence with his Senator (Tab A); Enlisted Record Brief (Tab B); Trainee Abuse Reports (Tab C); Letters of Support (Tab D); Recommendation for Award (Tab E); Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER)(Tab F); Contact Roster (Tab G); Suspension Letter (Tab H); Report to Suspend Favorable Personnel Actions (FLAG)(Tab I);...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016093
The evidence of record confirms the applicant was entitled to a COLA rate with an index of "0" during the time period 1 August 2004 through 31 March 2005, and that he received payment at that index rate. It also contains a Memorandum from the applicant's unit commander, which provided the names of those Soldiers of the unit who were entitled to a change to their COLA rate from "9" to "0" due to shift work while residing in the barracks. The applicant's name is not included on this list and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016101C071029
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 1 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016101 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. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error or injustice now under consideration on or about 16 June 1969; therefore, the time for the applicant to file a request for correction of any error...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016107
The applicant was given a separation code of JCC, assigned an RE code of 4, and the narrative reason for separation entered on his discharge certificate was Reduction in Force. This includes anyone with a Department of the Army-imposed bar to reenlistment in effect at the time of separation, or separated for any reason (except length of service retirement) with 18 or more years of service. There is no evidence, and the applicant has provide none, to show that this was the only isolated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016114C071113
The applicant requests, in effect, that his discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. On 20 September 1991, the applicant was discharged in pay grade E-1 under the provisions of Army Regulations 635-200, chapter14, for a pattern of misconduct, with an UOTHC discharge. After carefully evaluating the evidence of record in this case, the applicant’s discharge processing was conducted in accordance with law and regulations applicable at the time and that the character of his service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016115
The applicant requests correction of his Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) to show award of the Army Good Conduct Medal and his military occupational specialty (MOS) as 21B1O (Combat Engineer) 2. The evidence clearly shows that the applicants commander determined that he had met the requirements for award of the Driver and Mechanic Badge with Driver-T Bar. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016118C071029
On 31 October 1985, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) denied the applicant's petition to upgrade his discharge. In his request to the ADRB, the applicant stated his attorney at his court-martial had advised him not to say he did not agree with the Vietnam conflict. 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 | 20060016133C071029
The applicant requests that item 12a (Date Entered AD This Period) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 July 2006 be corrected. As he contended, the evidence of record shows he was in the Naval Reserve prior to his 1 March 1989 enlistment in the Regular Army. As a result, the Board recommends that the DD Form 214 for the period ending 31 July 2006 of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 12a to show he entered...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016147
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM). The applicants DD Form 214 does not show the GWOTEM as an authorized award. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states that the GWOTEM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who deployed abroad for service in the Global War on Terrorism Operations on or after 11 September 2001 to a date to be determined.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016162
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the Air Medal and the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant participated in three campaigns during his assignment in Vietnam which entitles him to award of the Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the first award of the Good Conduct Medal for the period 10 June...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016164C071029
The applicant provides his DD Form 214; his Enlisted Record Brief (ERB), dated 9 February 2006; a NATO Medal award certificate; a certificate of achievement; a redeployment memorandum; and a DD Form 1610 (Request and Authorization for TDY Travel of DOD Personnel). Although the applicant provided evidence to show he served in Kosovo, there is no evidence to show what operation he participated in. As a result, the Board recommends that the DD Form 214 of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016173
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his dates of service in Vietnam. There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant served in active ground combat while an assigned member of an infantry unit of brigade or smaller size in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding the entry, Vietnam service: 30 December 1967 through 21 December...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016178C071029
The MEB recommended the applicant be separated from service under the provisions of Chapter 5, Army Regulation 635-40, and indicated the applicant did not desire to continue on active duty. The evidence of record confirms the applicant waived his right to have his medical condition evaluated by a PEB and instead elected to process his case through an MEB based on the fact his knee condition existed prior to service. By regulation, the AGCM is authorized for a period of less than one year...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016179
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator Codes) prescribes the specific authorities (regulatory, statutory, or other directives), the reasons for the separation of members from active military service, and the separation program designators to be used for these stated reasons. The regulation states the reason for discharge based on separation code KFS is In lieu of trial by court-martial and the regulatory authority is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016181C071108
of the applicant’s WD AGO 53-55 does not show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. Records show the applicant served a qualifying period of service in a qualifying MOS, received combat infantry pay, and served in an Infantry unit during this period which is sufficient evidence for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016186
USAHRCSTL Orders D-03-408405, dated 10 March 2004, show that applicant was discharged from the USAR effective 10 March 2004 and show her rank as PV2/E-2. Therefore, her 13 March 1997 discharge orders should be corrected to show the rank of PFC/E-3. __ _ William F. Crain ___ CHAIRPERSON INDEX CASE ID AR20060016186 SUFFIX RECON DATE BOARDED 31 MAY 2007 TYPE OF DISCHARGE DATE OF DISCHARGE DISCHARGE AUTHORITY DISCHARGE REASON BOARD DECISION GRANT REVIEW AUTHORITY MR. SHATZER ISSUES 1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016188C071029
The applicant's Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) is void of any orders or other documents that indicate the applicant was ever recommended for or awarded the CIB while serving on active duty. The evidence of record in this case, although it shows the applicant was assigned to a qualifying infantry unit, confirms he held and served in MOS 94B as a cook while serving in the RVN. His record is void of any orders or other documents showing that he was ever recommended for, or awarded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016197
This order shows, in pertinent part, that the applicant was promoted to the grade of rank of CPT, effective and with a DOR of 1 March 2005. The applicant adds, in effect, that the Reserve Support Command should be able to confirm another person was assigned as the MP Platoon Leader and that he was assigned as the Operations Officer (i.e., a captain's position) from 16 July 2001 through 9 February 2003. Chief, Office of Promotions, RC, USA HRC, St. Louis, Missouri, effect necessary action...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016250
The applicant requests that his Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) disability rating decision of 20 percent be changed to a higher rating. The informal PEB found the applicant unfit for his back pain and neck pain and rated both conditions at 10 percent. The informal PEB recommended that the applicant be discharged with severance pay, rated 20 percent disabled.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016254
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. 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. Kenneth L. Wright____ CHAIRPERSON INDEX CASE ID AR20060016254 SUFFIX RECON DATE BOARDED 20070510 TYPE OF DISCHARGE DATE OF DISCHARGE DISCHARGE...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016257
The applicant requests that item 7b (Home of Record at Time of Entry) on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be changed to show a Texas address. She contends that her home of record was never correct so she requested that both her name and address be corrected at the same time; however, only her name was corrected. Although the applicant contends that she considers Texas her home and that she never intended her home of record to be Washington, her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016260C071108
The applicant requests a 2nd award of the Purple Heart, a 2nd award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) with “V” Device, and any other awards he may be authorized. The applicant's Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20) shows that he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) from 10 February 1968 through 10 April 1969, and that during his RVN tour he was assigned to the 6th Battalion, 29th Field Artillery Regiment, 4th Infantry Division performing duties in MOS 13A, Cannoneer. Item 24...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016263C071029
The applicant provides their divorce decree; the FSM’s DD Form 1883 (Survivor Benefit Plan Election Certificate); the FSM’s DD Form 2656, and the FSM’s obituary. Public Law 99-661, dated 14 November 1986, permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the member’s agreement) in those cases where the member was participating in the SBP or was still on active duty and had not yet made an SBP election. Notwithstanding his widow informing the Board analyst that she was actively...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016265C071029
Gerald J. Purcell | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 26 March 2004 be corrected to add the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) and the Joint Service Achievement Medal (JSAM). JTF GTMO Permanent Order Number 58-18, dated 9 March 2004, awarded the applicant the JSAM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016268C071108
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty) be corrected to show award of the Defense Superior Service Medal (DSSM). The applicant is requesting correction of an alleged error which occurred on 31 January 1996, the date of his separation from active duty. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016279
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016279 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 correction of his Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge (DD Form 214) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD-St....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016283C071113
On 19 October 1972, the separation authority approved the applicant’s request for discharge and directed that he be issued a General Discharge Certificate. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, an undesirable discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate. The evidence of record shows that the discharge authority determined the applicant’s record of service at that time did not warrant a discharge under other than honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016285C071029
Karmin S. Jenkins | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. There is no evidence of record to show she was disqualified for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding her the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 2 October 1986 through 3 January 1989; and b. amending her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016289C071029
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 12 February 1991, the applicant’s commander initiated separation proceedings under the provisions Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14 for commission of a serious offense (assault). Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016290C071029
James R. Hastie | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. During one of their combat operations he was wounded as a result of a near IED (improvised explosive device) explosion. The applicant provided evidence that shows he was treated for headaches, ringing in his ears, and a small first degree burn due to the near explosion of an IED on 26 January 2005, for which he was prescribed two anti-inflammatories and a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016298
The applicant's record shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 8 April 1971. The evidence shows that the applicant was promoted to pay grade E-4 effective 7 November 1971. In order to justify correction of a military record, the applicant must show, to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise appear, that the record is in error or unjust.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016300
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 7 June 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016300 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. Public Law 92-425, the SBP, enacted 21 September 1972, established the SBP. However, evidence of record shows the FSM had several opportunities to inquire about SBP costs or enroll in the SBP during Open Seasons.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016301
The applicant requests, in effect, that the records of her former spouse, a deceased former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he changed his Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) coverage to children only coverage. The applicant provides a DD Form 2656-7 (Verification for Survivor Annuity), dated 4 October 2006; the FSMs 20-Year letter; a death certificate; a DD Form 1883 (Survivor Benefit Plan Election Certificate), date 9 January 2000; a marriage license; a divorce...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016320
The applicant requests that the home of record (HOR) on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with the period ending 11 October 1996 be changed from Oklahoma (OK) to Texas (TX). The applicant's military records show that he was born in Houston, TX, on 6 October 1971. Evidence of record shows that prior to the applicant's enlistment his DD Form 1966/1 recorded his HOR as _________ ____, Dallas, TX, 75220.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016328C071029
In a 15 October 1984 letter from the State of California, Office of the Adjutant General to the Commander, 1/143d FA, the unit was informed that a Reserve CPT promotion board would convene on 8 January 1985 and that documents for officers listed on an attached enclosure had not been received. The applicant states that around November 1986 he resigned his Army commission from the USAR. Army Regulation 135-155 (Promotion of Commissioned Officers and Warrant Officers other than General...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016332
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show that he was medically retired. In this case the applicant has only completed 3 years in the WIARNG. The evidence clearly shows that the applicant served on active duty for 18 years and was separated with an SSB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016335
The applicant's records contain a DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) which shows that the applicant was released from active duty on 14 June 2004 for completion of required active service. SCARNG memorandum, dated 6 February 2005, shows that the applicant's commander requested that he be reviewed by medical professionals to assess his current status in the National Guard. Evidence shows the applicant was separated as recommended by a MRB for failure to meet...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016337
On 22 September 1977, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's petition to upgrade his discharge. As a result, the time for the applicant to file a request for correction of any error or injustice to this Board expired on 21 September 1980. ____Kenneth L. Wright___ CHAIRPERSON INDEX CASE ID AR20060016337 SUFFIX RECON DATE BOARDED 20070510 TYPE OF DISCHARGE DATE OF DISCHARGE DISCHARGE AUTHORITY DISCHARGE REASON BOARD DECISION DENY REVIEW AUTHORITY ISSUES 1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016350
The applicant's DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) shows that he was discharged on 14 August 1979, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200, for the good of the Service, under other than honorable conditions. Chapter 10 (Discharge for the Good of the Service) of this Army regulation provides that a member who has committed an offense or offenses, the punishment for any of which includes a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge, may submit a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016354
On 23 January 1980, the applicant consulted with counsel and requested discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10. Accordingly, the applicant was discharged under other than honorable conditions on 20 February 1980 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service, in lieu of court-martial. There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for upgrade of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016359
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016359 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 19 May 1976, the applicant was discharged accordingly. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016362
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show the award of the Purple Heart. 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 applicant concerned be corrected by showing award of the, Army Good Conduct Medal (First Award) for the period 8 June 1970 to 13 December 1971, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, and two bronze service stars to be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016371
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016371 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. Record shows the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. Additionally, records show the applicant participated in five campaigns while serving in the Republic of Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016377C071029
The applicant requests, in effect, that his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded. On 2 February 2005, after carefully considering the applicant's case, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) determined the applicant's discharge was proper and equitable and it voted to deny his request for an upgrade of his discharge. It states, in pertinent part, that Soldiers may be separated in without return to military control if he/she is absent without authority after...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016379C071029
It states, in pertinent part, that in order to support award of the PH, there must be evidence that the wound for which the award is being made was received as a result of enemy action, that the wound was treated by military medical personnel, and a record of this medical treatment must have been made a matter of official record. However, by regulation, in order to support award of the PH, there must be evidence a member was wounded/injured in action, was treated for the wound/injury by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016382
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 31 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016382 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 DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show in Item 12a (Date Entered AD This Period) the entry 850322." The applicant requests...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016386
This regulation also provides that there are no time limitations for requests for award of the Purple Heart. The applicants DD Form 214 shows the Vietnam Service Medal as an authorized award. Evidence shows that the applicants records contain administrative error which does not require action by the Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016399
The applicant requests correction of her military records to show that that she was retired due to a physical disability. On 16 February 1984, the United States Army Physical Disability Agency reviewed the applicants Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) proceedings and approved the findings. The available evidence clearly shows that the applicant was medically disabled and evaluated by a PEB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016402
The applicant states, in effect, that the conditions of his ROTC scholarship reimbursement of debt stated that he must either make monetary repayment or agree to be ordered to active duty, and he elected to enlist in the United States Air Force for 6 years. It also stated that the applicant's decision to breach the term of his ROTC contract by enlisting in the Air Force was a voluntary action. It further stated that the applicant's enlistment into the Air Force is not an authorized remedy...