ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017454
The applicant requests, in effect, to have his Reenlistment Code (RE Code) corrected on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The RE Code 4R applies to enlisted personnel after 20 or more years of Active Federal Service. The applicant's request to correct the RE Code on his DD Form 214 was carefully considered and determined to merit correction.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017456
This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicants failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The applicant contends his bad conduct discharge should be upgraded to a general discharge so that he may be eligible for health care from the VA, VA loan programs and employment opportunities. Conviction and discharge were effected in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017459
His records demonstrate his entitlement to the Army Good Conduct Medal for his exemplary conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during the period 24 June 1968 to 23 June 1970. Therefore, his records should be corrected to show these two unit awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st award) for exemplary conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during the period 24 June...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017460
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the following awards: Bronze Star Medal (BSM), Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM), and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provides that the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who have completed a qualified period of active duty...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017461
The applicant requests award of the Army Commendation Medal. It allows, in effect, that upon the request of a Member of Congress, the Secretary concerned shall review a proposal for the award or presentation of a decoration (or the upgrading of a decoration), either for an individual or a unit, that is not otherwise authorized to be presented or awarded due to limitations established by law or policy for the timely submission of a recommendation for such award or presentation. There is no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017464
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His records show he served in Vietnam from on or about 17 November 1970 to 16 November 1971. Notwithstanding the statements provided by his former unit members, in the absence of a certificate of training or evidence that shows he completed the training and was awarded an air defense artillery MOS, there is insufficient evidence to correct his DD Form 214 to show his MOS as a gunner.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017466
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Commendation Medal. The applicant states the Army Commendation Medal is not shown on his DD Form 214 because it was awarded just prior to his discharge. The applicant provided a copy of Headquarters, DISCOM [Division Support Command] Permanent Order Number 8-134, dated 13 June 1991, which shows he received the Army Commendation Medal for the period 13...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017467
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provided a copy of orders that show the Special Forces medic was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds he received in June 1966. Therefore, in the absence of medical records supporting the applicant's contention, there is an insufficient basis for award of the Purple Heart in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017468
The applicant provided a Recommendation for Decoration for Valor or Merit, dated 27 May 1972, for the Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device for heroism on 29 February 1972 in Vietnam. The Recommendation for Decoration for Valor or Merit, dated 27 May 1972, for the Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device for heroism on 29 February 1972 in Vietnam and the Awards Board Summary Sheet provided by the applicant which shows the approval authority approved award of the Army Commendation Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017470
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of the reason for his separation from an honorable discharge under the trainee discharge program (TDP) to a medical discharge. On 12 August 1980, the applicant's immediate commander advised the applicant that he intended to recommend his discharge from the Army under the provisions of paragraph 5-33 (TDP) of Army Regulation 635-200.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017473
BOARD DATE: 22 April 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20090017473 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states: * she received an uncharacterized discharge that occurred during basic training * she had a medical examination by a doctor in an orthopedic clinic prior to her enlistment and she had an induction physical both of which she passed * she had a minor injury in 2001 and an orthopedic doctor stated she had recovered and was at 100 percent strength and had use of her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017474
Counsel contends that the applicant's sworn statement is strongly corroborated by the VA medical record and the letter from the Chief, U.S. Army Center of Military History. However, the Board determined that the available evidence was insufficient to warrant relief because there was no evidence showing that the applicant had actually been wounded as a result of enemy action or that he had received any medical treatment at the time. Notwithstanding the staff DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017475
He was not selected for promotion. By his analysis, he is more qualified than many officers selected for promotion to colonel. Additionally, the discussions and deliberations of a promotion selection board are immune from legal process; may not be admitted as evidence; and may not be used for any purpose in any action, suit or judicial or administrative proceeding without the consent of the Secretary concerned; c. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 14108 states a promotion board shall recommend...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017478
He states he did just that and was told by the Troop D, 73rd Cavalry, unit 1SG that the unit would look into the matter. The applicant submitted the following in support of his request: a. DA Form 4430 (Department of the Army Report of Result of Trial); b. promotion orders for E-5, dated 20 May 2004, and promotion orders for E-6, dated 18 October 2007; c. DA Form 2627, dated 12 June 2006; d. orders awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal and the Bronze Star Medal; e. PCS orders to Fort...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017479
The applicant states he simply needs a DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214) to show the service recorded on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 3 October 1972. Item 12 (Record of Service) of his DD Form 214 for this period of service shows in block 12 (Record of Service): a. c (Net Active Service This Period) the entry 1 year, 7 months, and 23 days; b. d (Total Prior Active Service) the entry "SEE BLOCK #18"; and c. e...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017481
On 9 January 1975, the separation authority approved the recommendation for separation and directed the issuance of an undesirable discharge. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge or a general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017490
h. She is the FSM's former spouse in name only. Therefore, as a matter of equity and compassion, it would be appropriate to correct the FSM's record to show he elected former spouse SBP coverage at the time of his divorce, with the applicant as the authorized beneficiary, and to provide the applicant the SBP annuity due from the date of the FSM's death. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the FSM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017497
The applicant requests correction of his separation code and narrative reason for separation so he may reenter military service. On 24 July 1989, the separation authority approved the applicants discharge under the provisions of chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 by reason of misconduct abuse of illegal drugs and directed he be furnished a general discharge. The evidence of record confirms the applicants narrative reason for separation and his SPD code were assigned based on the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017500
The applicant requests that the military records of her deceased husband, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show he was a prisoner of war and awarded the Prisoner of War Medal. He was awarded or authorized the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal, and the Combat Infantryman Badge. The Board also recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017502
His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. However, there is no evidence in his service records that he was diagnosed with PTSD, trauma, or any other medical condition that led him to go AWOL during his military service. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20090017502 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017503
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show the date he entered on active duty as 18 August 1971 or 30 October 1971. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214, dated 2 April 1976 * SSA claimant authorization form, dated 1 February 2008 * VA letter, undated CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The DD Form 214 shows: * the date he entered active duty as 30 October 1975 * he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017504
The applicant states he chose to get out. COUNSEL'S REQUEST, STATEMENT AND EVIDENCE: Counsel offers nothing beyond that submitted by the applicant and rest this case on the evidence of record. CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His records contain numerous counseling statements regarding his indebtedness.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017505
On 25 October 1984, the applicant's immediate commander notified the applicant of his intent to separate him from the Army under the provisions of chapter 13 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) by reason of unsatisfactory performance. This form also shows that he completed 3 years, 3 months, and 17 days of creditable active military service. The discharge proceedings were conducted in accordance with law and regulations applicable at the time and the character of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017507
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that item 7a (Place of Entry into Active Duty) on his 17 December 1993 DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be changed to Houston, Texas. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record confirms that the applicant entered active duty from Houston, Texas.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017511
The applicant states that in response to his application for consideration and promotion to LTC, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) found that he had completed 15 years, 10 months, and 16 days of active Federal service and a total of 24 years and 25 days of creditable service. A DD Form 214 shows the applicant entered active duty on 28 September 1961 and he was honorably retired on 4 December 1974 in the rank/grade of MAJ/O-4 by reason of permanent physical disability...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017513
The DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, by reason of administrative discharge - conduct triable by court-martial, with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. The evidence of record also shows the applicant received three Article 15s in less than a year while he was on active duty and he was discharged with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Therefore, his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017515
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. ___________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 this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017516
The board of officers met, and after reviewing the applicants record, recommended that the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, for unfitness, with an undesirable discharge. After careful consideration of the applicant's entire service record,the board determined that the applicants discharge should be upgraded to a GD under honorable conditions. The applicant's contentions that his discharge should be changed to a medical discharge because he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017517
The applicant requests correction to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he was honorably discharged from active duty. It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active duty service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting his DD Form 214 with a separation date of 6 June 1969 to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017519
The applicant's record shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States and he entered active duty on 20 May 1965. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award the applicant the AGCM for his qualifying period of honorable active duty service from 20 May 1965 through 14 May 1967 and to add this award to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM for his qualifying...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017523
The applicant's DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) contained in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF), shows in item 5 (Date of Birth) the entry 26 July 1947. As evidence to support his application, the applicant provided a copy of his Missouri Driver's License showing his date of birth as 07-26-1947 [26 July 1947]. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Based on the evidence of record, the applicant's month of birth is July, not June as shown on his DD Form 214 with a separation date of 30 April 1971.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017524
On 23 October 1970, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206, due to a civil conviction with the issuance of an undesirable discharge. The evidence of record shows the applicant was convicted in civil court and sentenced to 1 year in confinement. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing on the applicants DD Form 214, Item 3, the eighth...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017526
BOARD DATE: 27 April 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20090017526 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 27 January 1970, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-89. The applicants DD Form 214 shows he completed a total of 3 months and 27 days of active service characterized as under conditions other than honorable.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017527
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show that he was retired due to a physical disability. There is no evidence in the available military records showing that the applicant's MOS was changed or that he appeared before either an MEBD or a PEB. Consequently, due to the two concepts involved, an individual's medical condition, although not considered physically unfit for military service at the time of processing for separation, discharge, or retirement, may be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017528
The applicant's discharge packet includes a statement which shows he requested a general discharge because his time in the Army was less than 180 days. On 26 January 1976, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed an undesirable discharge. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017533
However, for Soldiers who have previously reenlisted without being issued a DD Form 214 and are separated with any characterization of service except Honorable enter, Continuous Honorable Active Service From (first day of service which DD Form 214 was not issued) until (date before commencement of current enlistment). The applicant's DD Form 214, Item 18, already shows he had continuous honorable active service from "1989503-2000310," which entry is incorrect by over 4 years. However,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017542
This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicants failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The applicant petitioned for a Grant of Review to the U.S. Army Court of Military Appeals. There is no record or documentary evidence to show the applicant was recognized for acts of valor or service that would warrant special recognition.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017545
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to either an honorable or general discharge. Army Regulation 600-8-24, paragraph 1-22b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017546
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 08 June 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20090017546 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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. Although the applicant contends all recommendations from his chain of command were that he be retained in the Army, evidence of record shows on 1 September 2009 his unit commander initiated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017547
The applicant requests a change to his reentry eligibility (RE) code to allow his enlistment in the U.S. Army. The applicant's military records show he enlisted in the Army Delayed Entry Program on 1 May 2008. On 10 March 2009, the applicant's company commander advised the applicant that he was initiating action to separate him from the service for patterns of misconduct under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations), paragraph 14-12b, with a general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017552
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with "M" Device. The applicant states he was ordered to active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with "M" Device was approved by executive order after his discharge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017554
The evidence of record shows he served a qualifying period of service in Bosnia from 15 September 2001 to 22 March 2002 for award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal which is not shown on his records; therefore, he is entitled to award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and correction of his records to show this award. Therefore, he served a qualifying period for award of the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and is entitled to correction of his records to show this award. As...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017556
The applicant provides two DA Forms 1380 (Record of Individual Performance of Reserve Duty Training) in support of her application. The evidence of record shows the applicant was assigned to a TPU until 10 December 1998. During this period, her DA Form 1380 shows she performed duties on the following dates: * 2 and 3 October 1998 * 6 and 7 November 1998 * 4 and 5 December 1998 3.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017557
The applicant requests, in effect, that his undesirable discharge (UD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge (HD). The record does contain a properly-constituted DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) which shows the applicant was separated under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), for the good of the service on 22 February 1972 and that he received a UD. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017561
The applicant requests that he be paid $40,000.00 in Army College Fund (ACF) benefits as outlined in his enlistment contract. The applicants military records may be corrected to show his DA Form 3286-66 was amended to include the sentence, "If ACF benefits in the amount of $40,000.00 (exclusive of MGIB benefits) were authorized by the official processing you for enlistment and the Government fails to pay the full amount under the appropriate provisions and such failure results in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017562
The applicant requests that the records of her late husband, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM), Purple Heart, Presidential Unit Citation, bronze arrowhead device, Parachutist Badge with two battle jump stars (correctly known as bronze service stars), and Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant states the FSM participated in the Normandy, Rhineland, Ardennes, and Central Europe campaigns and is entitled to the BSM, Purple Heart,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017564
It provides that a Soldier will be given a bad conduct discharge pursuant only to an approved sentence of a general or special court-martial and that, the appellate review must be completed and affirmed sentence ordered duly executed. While the applicant was 17 years old when he enlisted, he successfully completed basic and advanced individual training, and he had been on active duty for almost 2 years when he was sentenced to a bad conduct discharge. Therefore, the Board determined that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017568
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant served 2 years and 18 days in the NYARNG prior to entering the AUS; this service should be reflected in Item 23 of his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding in Item 23 of his DD Form 214 "2 years, 0 months, and 18 days."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017575
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). In order to receive the Purple Heart, there must be a wound resulting from hostile action, the wound must be treated, and the treatment must be recorded. ____________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 this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090017578
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation) to show award of the Purple Heart and his first name as Fred instead of Frederick. The evidence of record shows he was wounded in combat as a result of enemy action on 9 November 1944 and was awarded the Purple Heart but it is not listed on his WD AGO Form 53-55. A copy of this decisional document along with his application will be filed in his military service records.