ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009549
Pertinent Army regulations provide that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE codes, based on their service records or the reason for discharge. 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. There was no medical evidence available for review in the applicant's official record and the applicant did not provide any evidence to show that he had...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009552
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the Bronze Star Medal, and the Parachutist Badge. The applicant stated that he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge during his tour in Vietnam; there is insufficient evidence to show he actively participated in ground combat. The applicant provided a picture which shows him wearing the Combat Infantryman Badge, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009553
The applicant provides a copy of his mobilization orders, two DD Forms 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), his CO-ADOS request, his AIP request, electronic mail correspondence, a Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) Military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), and excerpts from the Department of the Army Personnel Planning Guidance as evidence in support of this application. This correspondence shows, in effect, that the applicant informed the military pay...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009554
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). All of the documents in the applicant's military records bear the last name of Jones, and all documents signed by him contained the last name of Jones. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document along with his application and the supporting evidence he provided, which confirms that his current birth last name is Carter, will be filed in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009556
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) and Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) shows he earned the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), Vietnam Service Medal (VSM), RVN Campaign Medal (RVNCM), and Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing he earned the Bronze Star Medal and Combat...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009559
His separation document shows that he was awarded the PH, but does not show that he was awarded the AGCM, the BSM, or the ARCOM. Army Regulation 600-8-22 provides that the AGCM 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. showing that he was awarded the AGCM for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009561
In his request for discharge, the applicant indicated that he understood that if his request for discharge is accepted, he may be discharged under other than honorable conditions and furnished an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions Discharge Certificate. The DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows he was discharged for the good of the service with service characterized as under conditions other than honorable. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009564
The applicant states that his deployment time is not shown on his DD Form 214. Item 12 (Record of Service) of the applicants DD Form 214, shows in block 12f that he completed 2 years and 25 days of foreign service during this period of active duty. It does not indicate in block 12g any credit for sea service during this period of active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009566
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states that he made a mistake but he was a good and honorable Soldier. On 9 April 1974, the applicant was discharged, in pay grade E-1, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service with an undesirable discharge and a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009569
On 14 January 2008, NGB published Federal recognition Orders Number 19 AR, extending the applicant permanent Federal recognition for initial appointment as a 1LT in the GUARNG, effective 21 October 2007. National Guard Regulation 600-100, paragraph 10-15b states that temporary Federal recognition may be granted by a Federal Recognition Board to those eligible when the board finds that the member has successfully passed the examination prescribed herein, has subscribed to the oath of office,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009572
On 19 March 1993, the FSM and his spouse, the applicant were divorced. He did not do so, and although the applicant provided copies of letters that show she did make a request for a deemed election of the SBP for former spouse coverage within one year of the divorce as required by law, there is no indication that these letters were received by DFAS. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009580
Counsel concludes by stating that noting the inequitable nature of the applicant's discharge, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) voted to upgrade the characterization of his service to honorable; however, his narrative reason for discharge and his RE code were not changed. Pertinent Army regulations provide that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge. The applicant's records show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009581
The applicant's contention that the code of RE-4 she was assigned upon her discharge should be changed to a code of RE-1 was carefully considered, and although the applicant was properly assigned a code of RE-4 based on the authority and reason for her discharge based on the policies in effect at the time, partial equity relief is warranted under current standards. As a result, it would be appropriate and serve the interest of equity to correct the applicant's record to show she was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009582
The applicant provided an award certificate, dated 28 May 1968, which shows he was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 20 May 1968 in the Republic of Vietnam. His DD Form 214 shows the National Defense Service Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal as authorized awards. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009583
The evidence of record clearly shows that the applicant was wounded in action on two separate occasions; therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his military records to show the award of the Purple Heart with First Oak Leaf Cluster. As a result, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the Republic of Korea Korean War Service Medal, and to correct his military records to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009585
The applicant requests correction of his date of rank (DOR) to private (PV2)/E-2 from 18 July 2007 to 18 July 2001. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows that the applicant entered active duty on 18 January 2001 and was advanced to PV2/E-2 on 18 July 2001. Therefore, the applicant's DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his correct DOR to PV2/E-2.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009587
The applicant's DD Form 214 does not show that he was awarded the NATO Medal; however, the applicant provided a certificate which shows that he was awarded the NATO Medal for service with NATO on operations in relation to Kosovo during the period 3 May 2001 to 12 June 2001. Operations related to Kosovo from 13 October 1998 to a date to be determined is one of the designated NATO operations that qualifies for award of the NATO Medal. As the applicant's service in and around Kosovo is being...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009589
The applicant requests award of the Purple Heart. The applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show award of the Purple Heart in Item 41 (Awards and Decorations). The applicant requests award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009590
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. 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. After consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Personnel Separations), chapter 10.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009591
The applicant states, in effect, that he received a head injury during combat in Korea on 18 October 1951 and should have been awarded the Purple Heart. The applicants military records are not available to the Board for review. Present since July; Frostbite right foot Korea March 1952; and Malaria Korea March 1952. 6.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009592
The applicant requests, in two separate DD Forms 149 (Application for Correction of Military Record), dated 7 May and 21 June 2008, respectively, in effect, that he be awarded a second Good Conduct Medal and a Combat Medical Badge. The applicant states, in effect, he didn't receive a second Good Conduct Medal and asks, "How can somebody be on active duty for almost 8 years, promoted to Staff Sergeant in less than five years" and not receive a second Good Conduct Medal? There are no orders...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009593
There are no orders in the applicants military service records that show he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge and his DA Form 20 does not list the Combat Infantryman Badge in Item 41 (Awards and Decorations). There are also no orders or other evidence to show the applicant was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. Thus, the evidence of record fails to show that the applicant served as an infantryman who satisfactorily performed infantry duties, that he was assigned or attached to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009594
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. The regulation currently in effect states, in pertinent part, that the country and dates of deployment for an active duty Soldier deployed with his or her unit during his/her continuous period of active service will be shown in item 18 on the DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009595
The applicant states that he was given a Purple Heart, but he told them he did not want it. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained as a result of hostile action. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence that would warrant awarding the applicant the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009596
Based on these facts, the applicants service clearly did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel which are required for issuance of an honorable discharge. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned. _______ _xxxx______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009597
The applicant, the former spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, that the records of the FSM be corrected to show he changed his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage to former spouse and children coverage. Records at DFAS show no one is currently receiving the SBP annuity. The available evidence of record indicates that the FSM did not remarry and as previously stated, the applicant continued to pay SBP spouse premiums until he died.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009600
The applicant requests, in effect, that his bad conduct discharge be upgraded to an honorable or general discharge, and that his reentry (RE) code be changed to an RE code that he can reenter the Service with. The applicant contends that his bad conduct discharge should be upgraded to an honorable or general discharge, and that his RE code should be changed to an RE code that he can reenter the Service with. However, after a thorough review of the available records, there was no cause for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009601
A corrected copy of a memorandum, dated 22 April 2008, shows the applicant was appointed as a Reserve officer in the USAR with an acceptance date of 20 January 2007, a de facto date of 18 April 2008, and an effective date of 22 April 2008. Evidence of record shows that he tendered his resignation on 17 October 2007 to be effective 17 April 2008 and that he indicated he wanted to pursue a career outside the military. Records show the applicant elected to pursue service in the USAR on 26...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009604
The applicant requests, in effect, that the record of her late father, a former service member (FSM), be reviewed to confirm he was a Silver Star (SS) recipient and confirm his eligibility for the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). The applicant provides the following documents in support of her request: Self-Authored Statement; Power of Attorney; two Certificates of Birth; Pennsylvania Drivers License; VA Form 40-1330 (Application for Standard Government Headstone or Marker); WD AGO Form 53-55...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009606
On 27 July 2005, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB), after careful consideration of the applicants military records and all other available evidence, determined that the applicants discharge was proper and equitable and denied her appeal. It identifies the SPD code of KFS as the appropriate code to assign Regular Army enlisted Soldiers who are voluntarily discharged under the provisions of Chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, based upon a request for discharge in lieu of trial by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009607
The applicant requests correction of her record to show that she elected to not participate in the Reserve Components Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP). The applicant provides, in support of her application, an original DA Form 2656-2 SBP Termination Request [signed by both parties and witnessed]; copies of an SBP Fact Sheet bearing handwritten remarks and strikeouts; a four-page printout of SBP information from a Defense Finance and Accounting Service website, dated 25 May; her retirement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009608
During the examination the applicant stated that the mass had been present since he was 3 years old and the physician noted that he was not sure if the mass could be removed. The applicant's Report of Medical History, dated 25 June 1975, shows that at the time of his examination, the applicant stated that he had two operations on his neck. It states, in pertinent part, that individuals who were not medically qualified under procurement medical fitness standards when accepted for induction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009610
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests that the FSM's military records be corrected to show that he elected immediate coverage (Option C) in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) within 90 days of receiving his Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-Year letter). She further states that she requested evidence from the FSM's unit, but found that no evidence existed that showed that the FSM made an election in the RCSBP at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009614
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 10 September 1980, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed he be issued an under other than honorable conditions discharge. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009615
The applicant states he was told that his discharge would be upgraded 6 months from the date of his discharge. Each case is decided on its own merits when an applicant submits an application to either the Army Discharge Review Board or the ABCMR requesting change in discharge. Based on the foregoing, there is insufficient basis to upgrade the characterization of the applicant's discharge to honorable or under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009619
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show his correct date of birth (DOB). His DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) with the period ending 30 June 1979 shows his DOB as 14 July 1940. The evidence shows the DOB entered on the applicant's DD Form 214 is verified by his entire service record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009620
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 23 October 2008 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20080009620 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests reconsideration of his earlier request that his discharge be upgraded to honorable or general under honorable conditions. Army policy states that although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009621
The evidence also shows when the applicant was released from active duty on 9 October 1969, for the purpose of immediate reenlistment, he was issued a DD Form 214 listing the following awards in item 24: the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960), two Overseas Service Bars, Good Conduct Medal (1st Award), Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16), and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009622
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 32 of the applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55 contains the entry "None," which indicates he was not credited with participating in any campaigns during World War II and there is no indication that he was assigned to a unit credited with participating in operations involved in the liberation of the Philippines. ________x_________________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009628
Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) set forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. In the applicant and counsels request to grant the applicant pro rata of recoupment of any SRB already paid by installments based upon the percentage of service completed, counsel provides many in-depth trains of logic which address whether the applicant obtained his SRB through fraud, whether the applicants discharge from his erroneous reenlistment contract constituted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009630
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) issued on 30 June 2004 be corrected to show he was awarded military occupational specialty (MOS) 19K3O 00 (M1 Armor Crewman) and that he served in this MOS 6 years and 2 months. The orders for promotion and the evaluation reports are sufficient evidence to show the applicant was in fact awarded and served in MOS 19K for at least 1 year. The applicant's DA Form 2-1 shows he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009631
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be changed to show a different social security number (SSN), mailing address, and rank. This Board action will be filed in his military records so that a record of the SSN he currently uses will be on hand. ___________X______________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009633
It stated that "division commanders in the grade of major general who had troops committed to the combat operation and hospital commanders receiving casualties could award the Purple Heart to Soldiers who were wounded as the direct result, repeat, direct result of enemy action." There is no evidence in the record and the applicant has provided no evidence to show that a Scud missile actually exploded anywhere near the King Abdul Aziz Hospital. In the absence of conclusive evidence that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009635
This document shows that, at the time of applicant's assignment to the 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry, this unit was cited for award of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation by Department of the Army General Orders Number 48, dated 1971. 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 on 20 March 1970; and b. adding the Purple Heart,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009636
The entry on the Vietnam Casualty Roster which shows the applicant was wounded on 23 July 1967 in Vietnam is accepted as sufficient evidence on which to base award of the Purple Heart in this case. Therefore, his record should be corrected to show this award. 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 action on 23 July 1967 in Vietnam; b. awarding him the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009637
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. The applicant was eligible for and should have received a 15-year letter, which will entitle her to retired pay at age 60. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by issuing to the applicant a 15-year letter.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009638
On 25 June 1971, the FSM was appointed a second lieutenant in the Regular Army. The records should be corrected at this time to show that the applicant applied for the RCSBP annuity in a timely manner and to pay her the annuity, provided she was/is otherwise eligible (e.g., not remarried before age 55), retroactive to the date of the FSMs death. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing that the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009639
The applicants military service records contain a DD Form 293 (Application for Review of Discharge or Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States), dated 28 July 1981, that shows he requested upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. The applicants record of service shows completion of only 1 year, 7 months, and 21 days of his 3-year enlistment. Thus, the evidence of record shows that the applicants record of service during the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009644
Item 12 shows the Record of Service. The evidence of record shows that after completing 5 months and 28 days in the DEP, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Army and entered active duty on 3 August 2005. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence to correct his records to show his 1 year, 2 months, and 24 days of service in Kuwait/Iraq as 15 August 2006 to 7 November 2007 and to show this period of service in Iraq as his correct period of foreign service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2008 | 20080009645
The Army Decorations Board determined that based on the available evidence, the Silver Star was the appropriate award for his actions. The regulation states that the Distinguished Service Cross is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Army of the United States, shall have distinguished himself or herself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an armed enemy. The Army Decorations Board thoroughly reviewed the applicant's records...