ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016408
However, the travel must be completed within 1 year after the education or training is completed, or 2 years from the active service termination date, whichever is earlier; and the extended time must be authorized and approved by the Secretarial Process. She was informed on her orders that she had only 1 year in which to use her transportation entitlement. Furthermore, an extension of a transportation entitlement may not be granted merely to accommodate personal preferences or convenience;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016419
The applicant requests, in effect, that his record of service be corrected on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to reflect 10 February 2006, the date the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) upgraded his discharge. Additionally, there is no evidence and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence which shows that he completed creditable military service after the effective date of his separation on 20 December 1993. The U.S. Court of Appeals,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016424C071029
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) election to former spouse coverage. 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. Since the FSM died with spouse...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016426C071113
After reviewing the applicant’s case, the PEB found that the applicant was physically unfit and recommended that the applicant be retired by reason of "Permanent Disability." He stated that he was told that his retirement pay would not change from the 50 percent he was receiving while on TDRL status. The applicant’s request for an increase to the disability rating he was assigned by the PEB and the supporting evidence he provided were carefully considered.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016428C071029
The applicant also states, in effect, that paragraph 3 of the DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS in ABCMR Docket Number AR20050018136, dated 29 August 2006, (which states he “has provided no corroborating documentation to support his contention that his military status, from 13 July 1994 through 12 July 1995, was anything other than what is reflected on the NGB Form 22, dated 12 July 1995”) is wrong. The applicant enlisted in the U. S. Army Reserve (Delayed Entry Program) on 20 February 1975. On...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016429
The applicant requests, in effect, that his discharge, characterized as under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC), be upgraded to a general discharge. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. 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 | 20060016434
Evidence of record shows the applicant was in the USAR DEP from 13 June 1986 to 7 June 1987. Her Army National Guard Retirement Points History Statement was updated on 25 June 2007 and she was credited with retirement points for the completed correspondence courses she provided with her application. The applicant was in the Army National Guard during the period 13 June 1995 to 31 July 1995.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016452
This record shows, in pertinent part, that the applicants RY beginning date is 12 May, her RYE date is 11 May, and that she has 10 years of creditable service for retirement. In support of her application, the applicant provides a copy of Headquarters, Second Region (ROTC) U.S. Army Cadet Command, Orders 104-1-A-267, dated 14 April 1995 and DD Form 214, with an effective date of 1 February 2000, that show, in pertinent part, she entered active duty on 12 May 1995, her primary specialty was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016455
He believes that it was unjust for him to be denied leave and that his total period of service would be considered less than honorable. The unit sergeant major (SGM) interviewed the applicant and notes that the applicant had been considered for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14 (misconduct) due to financial problems. In order to justify correction of a military record the applicant must show to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016457C071029
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 31 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016457 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. Roland S. Venable | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant’s discharge has already been inadvertently upgraded with the error on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016462C071029
A Soldier will not necessarily be denied an honorable discharge solely by reason of a specific number of convictions by court-martial or actions under the UCMJ Article 15. Army Regulation 635-200 states a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. Considering that shortly before his court-martial he had twice accepted NJP under Article 15, UCMJ, an upgrade of his discharge to either general under honorable conditions or fully honorable is not warranted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016463C071029
Eddie L. Smoot | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant’s complete military records are not available to the Board. His discharge orders show he was discharged with a general discharge under the provisions of National Guard Regulation 600-200.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016468C070205
Donald W. Steenfott | |Member | The Board considered the following additional evidence: Exhibit C – 7 November 2006 Record of Proceedings CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE: 26. The evidence submitted consists of the applicant's contention that his request for promotion to major was not discussed in the original proceedings. The Board further determined that the evidence presented is insufficient to warrant a portion of the requested relief.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016473
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. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016474
The applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record), Item 31 (Foreign Service), shows that he served in the Republic of Vietnam from 9 July 1971 through 25 June 1972. The applicant contends, in effect, that he is entitled to award of the Combat Infantryman Badge and Good Conduct Medal and that his records should also be corrected to show all authorized awards that are not currently recorded on his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016482
The applicant requests, in effect, that his dates of service in Kuwait and Iraq be shown in item 18 (Remarks) on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Evidence of record shows the applicant served in Kuwait and Iraq from 9 March 2003 to 2 September 2003. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the entry, "SERVICE IN KUWAIT AND IRAQ FROM 20030309...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016496
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge for his service in the Republic of Vietnam. The evidence of record clearly and convincingly shows that the applicant performed duties in the Republic of Vietnam during a qualifying period of time for award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016499
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016499 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 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016500
The applicant states, in effect, that he was awarded a second Bronze Star Medal for heroism and he has orders for two Air Medals he was awarded during his service in Vietnam; however, the awards are not shown on his discharge document. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his records to show this unit award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding the applicant the Good Conduct Medal for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016509C071029
Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized), of the applicant's DD Form 214, shows he was awarded: the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon. The applicant's records: his DA Form 2-1, Personnel Qualification Record, Part II; his Enlisted Record Brief, brief date, 2 November 2001; and his Enlisted Record Brief, brief date, 6 January 2004, have no entries indicating he served overseas and was awarded other awards. Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016515
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 10 May 2006 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016515 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 2 February 1988, after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations). ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016517
The applicant's military records are not available for review. Therefore, the applicant is entitled to award of the Purple Heart for wounds sustained on 21 July 1953 while in the Republic of Korea and correction of his records to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart for wounds sustained in the Republic of Korea on 21 July 1953, the ROK-KWSM, Parachutist Badge and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016530C071108
The VA, however, is not required by law to determine medical unfitness for further military service. Therefore, her records should not be corrected to show her rank/pay grade as SPC/E-4. There is no evidence of record that the applicant was referred to a medical evaluation board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016584C071029
The evidence shows the applicant repeatedly absented himself without leave or authority and did not go to his appointed place of duty, even when that duty was punishment that had been imposed upon him for his misconduct. The evidence shows the applicant was discharged under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 10, for the good of the service. The characterization of service for this type of discharge is normally under other than honorable conditions and the evidence shows that the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016593
The Chief, Personnel Policy and Readiness Division concluded that applicant served 223 days in excess of 730 days allowed in an involuntary status and as a result his voluntary mobilization orders should have commenced on 2 September 2004. Department of the Army Personnel Policy Guidance paragraph 10-3 provides that Reserve Component Soldiers who voluntarily request to serve beyond their 24-month mobilization authorized under the provisions of Title 10 of United States Code may request an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016603C071029
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 25 April 1990, the applicant was discharged with a discharge UOTHC, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, discharge in lieu of trial by court-martial. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016608
The applicant's records show that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. There is no evidence and the applicant did not provide sufficient evidence showing that the applicant's unit was authorized award of the Presidential Unit Citation or the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for qualifying service in the Republic of Vietnam. Record shows the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016615
The applicant's records contain a DA Form 4187, dated 13 June 2006, which show the applicant requested enlistment into the Regular Army. There is no evidence in the available records which show the DA Form 4187 was approved or that the applicant enlisted in the Army in June 2006. The applicant's records contain a DD Form 4/1, dated 5 October 2006, which shows he enlisted in the Regular Army for a period of 3 years and in the pay grade staff sergeant /E-6.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016620
On 28 October 2005, an informal PEB found the applicant unfit for his back pain, rated at 10 percent disabling, and recommended separation with severance pay. The available evidence clearly shows that the applicant was medically disabled and evaluated by a PEB. The applicant has not provided sufficient evidence showing that his TBI and PTSD conditions were, or should have been, found to be medically unfitting for retention in the military.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016632
The applicant states, in effect, that the Santa Fe Railroad used his Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) date of 29 April 1969 when calculating his retirement for 30 years service. The correct date that the railroad should have used was his permanent disability retirement date of 1 February 1972. Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's case by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016639C070205
The applicant requests, in effect, adjustment to his date of rank for lieutenant colonel to January 2003 and promotion consideration to colonel by a special selection board (SSB). The applicant states, in effect, his adjusted date of rank for major of 31 May 1996 qualified him for promotion consideration to lieutenant colonel by the 2002 promotion board. The Office of Promotions, HRC, St. Louis, issued a memorandum, dated 2 September 2003, indicating the applicant's selection for promotion...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016640
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 June 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016640 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, and the applicant has provided no independent evidence, that shows he was ever awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge or was reclassified to or was awarded an infantry MOS. He is, therefore entitled...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016653
Powers Member Mr. Edward E. Montgomery Member The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. On 4 December 1969, the FSM's widow was notified that the Department of the Army had posthumously awarded the FSM the Bronze Star Medal, the Purple Heart, and the Good Conduct Medal. It is therefore appropriate to correct the FSMs records to show that: a. he served during three campaign periods and is authorized three bronze service stars...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016654
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016654 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 DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart. This document shows the applicant's unit (1st Battalion, 52nd Infantry) is entitled to award of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016659
His DA Form 20 does not show an entry in Item 40 (Wounds) or list the Purple Heart in Item 41 (Awards and Decorations). The applicant's military service records contain a DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge), with an effective date of 9 June 1966. In fact, there is no evidence of record, and the applicant fails to provide evidence, to show that he sustained an injury to his left knee cap while serving in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016661
On 2 December 1988, the applicant was notified of his pending separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct (commission of a serious offense). Accordingly, the applicant was discharged with a general discharge on 14 December 1988 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct (commission of a serious offense). Since the applicants record of service included two nonjudicial punishments, his record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016666C071029
James R. Hastie | |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. A fire destroyed approximately 18 million service members’ records at the National Personnel Records Center in 1973.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016667C071029
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016667 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. It is acknowledged that the applicant was originally awarded primary MOS 11B and served in Vietnam as an 11B, earning the Combat Infantryman Badge. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016668
On 21 December 1977, the separation authority directed the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Chapter 13, Army Regulation 635-200, for misconduct, and that he receive an UOTHC discharge. On 30 December 1977, the applicant was discharged accordingly. Although the separation authority could grant an honorable or general discharge if warranted by the members record of service, an UOTHC discharge was normally considered appropriate for member separating under these provisions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016676
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he served on active duty during the period February 1971 to September 1973. The applicant contends, in effect, that his records should be corrected to show that he served on active duty during the period February 1971 to September 1973, that his primary MOS was 71D2O, and his grade at that time was E-6. Issuing an appropriate document to show the applicant served on active duty during the period 18 February 1971 through...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016690
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016690 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 evidence of record clearly shows that the applicant was wounded on three separate occasions as a result of hostile action. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016714
The applicant requests, in effect, that he be provided a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, for service performed in conjunction with Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm. The applicant's contention he was ordered to active duty and should be provided a DD Form 214 for his service was considered. All documents submitted by the applicant and his counsel were reviewed for indications he was ordered to active duty in support of Operation Desert Shield /...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016715
In this addendum the applicant contends that he sustained a head wound while in combat in December 1967. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records to show this award. Record shows the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016720
The applicant requests, in effect, that the Vietnam Armed Forces Honor Medal (correctly known as the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal, Second Class), the Bronze Star Medal, (1st Oak Leaf Cluster), and the Good Conduct Medal be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). There are no orders in the applicants service personnel records which show that he was awarded two awards of the Bronze Star Medal. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016727
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016727 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 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (D Form 214), issued on 31 May 1990, to show his date entered on active duty this period as 13 February 1964. It provides a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016730C071108
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 22 May 2007 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20060016730 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. Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of the applicant’s DD Form 214 does not show award of the Purple Heart. There is no evidence in his service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016739C071029
The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of her earlier appeal to correct her military records by having the remaining debt in the amount of $7,666.35 cancelled. The applicant also submitted an updated addendum to her DD Form 149, Application for Correction of Military Record, which had as its base the addendum she submitted with her original application to the Board. These payments amount to over $1,600.00 on a monthly basis.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016742
In exchange for his plea offer, the convening authority agreed to take the actions specified in his offer and to direct the trial counsel to dismiss charge II and its specification if the military judge granted a defense suppression motion. The military judge found him guilty of the remaining charges and specifications and sentenced him to reduction to private, pay grade E1, total forfeitures, confinement at hard labor for 18 months, and a bad conduct discharge. On 11 March 2005, the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016749
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states that the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have participated in the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) operations outside of the designated areas of eligibility (AOE), on or after 11 September 2001 to a future date to be determined. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states that the Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2006 | 20060016768C071029
It states that this award was authorized by Section 543, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), 2003, and is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served in Korea on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for partial relief and to excuse failure to timely file. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...