ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018485
The applicant states that his line of duty injury was overlooked during the earlier consideration for award of the Purple Heart. The applicant provides a copy of a previously submitted DA Form 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty Status), dated 26 October 2005, and a copy of the Board's letter, dated 15 December 2009, administratively closing his case. Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018490
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). It further shows he was separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial, and received a UD. On 19 April 1974, the Army Discharge Review Board determined the applicant's discharge was proper and equitable and denied his request for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018492
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to reflect his awards of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM), Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM), and the second award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM 1OLC). The applicant states he was awarded the AFEM on 10 January 1995, the HSM on 25 March 1993, and the ARCOM 1OLC on 24 January 1995; however, they are not included on his DD Form 214, nor is his service in Haiti from 26...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018496
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show all of the periods he served in designated imminent danger pay (IDP) areas. The applicant states his DD Form 214 correctly shows his service in Egypt and Iraq. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to block 18 of his DD Form 214, "SERVICE IN SAUDI ARABIA-KUWAIT-IRAQ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018497
The SPD code of "LBK" is the correct code for RA Soldiers REFRAD for completion of required active service under the provisions of chapter 4, Army Regulation 635-200 who sign a Declination of Continued Service Statement (DCCS) or are ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment at the completion of their enlistment. The SPD code of "MBK" is the correct code for Soldiers REFRAD for completion of required active service under the provisions of chapter 4, Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018499
The applicant requests his date of birth (DOB) be changed from 22 February 1949 to 18 February 1949 on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). Although the documents provided by the applicant show his DOB as 18 February 1949, documents in his service personnel record shows his DOB has always been recorded as 22 February 1949. This Board action will be filed in his military records as a record of the DOB he is currently using.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018505
The evidence of record shows that upon receiving his 20-year letter, the FSM submitted an SBP Election Certificate on 30 October 1990, in which he elected full immediate spouse and children RCSBP coverage. The evidence of record further shows subsequent to his death, his spouse, the applicant, requested an annuity be started based on his death and she received a letter on 2 October 1995 from USAHRC-STL confirming her entitlement to the annuity. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018509
Military Department of Indiana, Indianapolis, Orders 047-022, dated 9 March 1994, honorably separated him from the INARNG effective 28 March 1994 and transferred him to the USAR Control Group (Reinforcement). There is no evidence he requested to be transferred to the Retired Reserve prior to 28 March 1994. There is no evidence he requested to be transferred to the Retired Reserve at that time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018511
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. He also submitted a copy of an AGPZ Form 977, dated 11 July 1969, showing his retired grade as SP4 in accordance with Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1372. There is no evidence to confirm he was promoted to pay grade E-4 prior to 9 September 1966 and available military records do not contain a copy of his retirement orders showing his highest grade held.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018512
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides a self-authored statement in which he claims on or about 18 March 1968, while serving in the RVN as an artillery mechanic, his unit came under a heavy mortar attack and one of their guns was hit and two tracks had to be replaced. The applicant is advised that while there is not sufficient evidence for the award of the BSM, this does not preclude him from pursuing award of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018513
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides the Army's awards policy. It states the PH is awarded to members wounded in action. The evidence does not support award of the PH.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018514
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's 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 has failed to show through the evidence submitted with his application and the evidence of record that his DD Form 214 does not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018515
The applicant's records contain no other orders showing additional awards of the Army Achievement Medal. 178th Personnel Services Company Permanent Orders 40-4, dated 20 December 1991, show the applicant was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 6 April 1988 through 5 April 1991. 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 Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award) for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018518
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The available evidence does not show he was awarded the CIB. Specific requirements state, in effect, that an Army enlisted Soldier must have an infantry specialty, satisfactorily performed duty while assigned or attached as a member of an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size during any period such...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018519
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 7 (U.S. Citizen) of the applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was not a U.S. Citizen at the time of his discharge on 27 October 1972. The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted in the Army on 28 September 1970 and he indicated that he was a German citizen.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018525
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). Army regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) contains the Army's awards policy. Absent any evidence of record or independent evidence provided by the applicant to confirm his satisfactory performance in combat, or confirming he was recommended for or awarded the CIB by proper authority while on active duty, there is an insufficient evidentiary basis to support award of the CIB in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018527
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Counsel requests that the FSM's discharge be upgraded. Such personnel were issued a general or honorable discharge, as appropriate, except that a recommendation for a general discharge had to be initiated by the immediate commander and the individual had to be given the opportunity to consult with legal counsel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018531
IN THE CASE OF: * BOARD DATE: 8 June 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20090018531 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides a notarized copy of his application to set aside judgment, dated 22 August 2005, and the contested AER for the period 4 April 2005 to 13 June 2005. According to the governing regulation, the contested AER is properly filed in the applicant's OMPF.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018536
The applicant requests correction of Block 12b (Separation Date this Period) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show "2009 02 28" instead of "2008 02 28." Block 12b of the applicant's DD Form 214 shows that she was released from active duty on 28 February 2008. Evidence shows the applicant's separation date was 28 February 2009.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018537
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's DD Form 214 shows that on 28 June 1990 he was discharged under other than honorable conditions under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel) for misconduct - serious offense -...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018540
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 evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from item 12 of his DD Form 214 the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018542
On 31 July 1986, the appropriate authority approved the applicant's request for discharge for the good of the service. The applicant was advised at the time he requested discharge that he may be ineligible for VA benefits based on the characterization of his discharge. In view of the foregoing, the evidence is insufficient for upgrading the applicant's discharge to a general discharge under honorable conditions or an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018545
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states that the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM) is awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in Korea and adjacent waters between 25 June 1950 and 27 July 1953. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (first award) based on completion of a period of qualifying service of three years from 15 July 1952 through 14 July 1955. Therefore, his records should be corrected to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018548
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicants military records are not available to the Board for review. Special Orders Number 281, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Training Center, Fort Ord, CA, show he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) with an undesirable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018551
The applicant provided the Board with a copy of General Orders Number 288, Headquarters, 71st Evacuation Hospital (Semi-mobile), dated 24 September 1968, showing he received the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 21 September 1968. Records show the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal for his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018553
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. Item 1 on the applicant's DD Form 214 shows his first name is Jimmy. The applicants induction record and service personnel records show the first name Jimmy.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018555
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018559
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant's military records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 3 May 1971. It further states that combat service alone is not a sufficient basis to support award of the Combat Infantryman Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018560
On 3 November 1988, the applicant's commander notified him that action was being initiated to separate him from the Regular Army due to commission of a serious offense based on his civilian conviction and subsequent sentence for possession of burglary tools and larceny on 11 October 1988. The commander advised the applicant of his right to be represented by counsel, to request a hearing before an administrative separation board or to submit written statements in his own behalf, to waive any...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018562
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). In accordance with Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552, the authority under which this Board acts, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records is not empowered to set aside a conviction. Rather it is only empowered to change the severity of the sentence imposed in the court-martial process and then only if clemency is determined to be appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018563
The applicant does not provide copies of these orders or amendments, but provides nine DA Forms 2139 (Military Pay Voucher) two of which refer to the aforementioned orders; and seven show he was on the "Incapacitation Payroll" from 11 May 1988 through 10 November 1988 as a result of an injury or disease incurred while on Active Duty Training (ADT) for a period of 140 days. Item 25 of the DD Form 214 shows the separation authority was Headquarters, 311th Support Command (Corps), Orders...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018568
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show his narrative reason for separation as physical disability. DA Form 4856 (General Counseling Form), dated 11 May 1995, indicates the applicant was informed: a. his reduction to pay grade E-3 meant he had reached the retention control point of 3 years of service; b. he could continue to serve on active duty until his expiration term of service date which was 16 October 1996; or c. he could immediately start processing for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018569
It would be unjust to allow his character of service to remain as a general discharge when his quality of his service met the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel. If you conceal such records at this time, you may, upon enlistment, be subject to disciplinary action and/or discharge/separation from the military service with other than an honorable discharge. The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) he was issued confirms he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018573
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon. The evidence shows the applicant served in the Republic of Vietnam from 16 May 1966 through 4 May 1967, which entitles him to two Overseas Service Bars. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from item 24 of his DD Form 214 one...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018574
The applicant submitted email which shows the following: * 24 July 2009 applicant requested to be REFRAD to accept a civilian position * 28 August 2009 the applicant requested that his REFRAD packet be processed and that his orders be expedited * 28 August 2009 applicant's request submitted to HRC for processing * 3 September 2009 request for REFRAD approved by HRC * 3 September 2009 HQDA Deputy Chief of Staff G-1 Policy Integrator stated the applicant needed to proceed with REFRAD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018578
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The available evidence clearly shows that the applicant was an infantryman. However, should the applicant have or be able to obtain a copy of the orders awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge or other corroborating evidence, he may submit another application for consideration.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018587
The applicant requests award of any additional awards or unit citations for his service in the Republic of Vietnam and their addition to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). Therefore, the applicant is entitled to have his records corrected to show award of two Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citations. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018591
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 awarded by General Order (GO) Number 8112, dated 1 July 1969 * Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device (1st Award) awarded by GO Number 2632, dated 6 March 1969. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, but it does not show that he was awarded any bronze service stars to signify campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018593
On 28 April 1981, his immediate commander advised him that he intended to initiate action to discharge him from the Army under the provisions of paragraph 5-31 (Expeditious Discharge Program (EDP)) of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) by reason of lack of self-discipline and inability to conform to military rules. On 7 May 1981, the separation authority approved the discharge and directed that he receive a General Discharge Certificate. On 12 May 1981, he was accordingly discharged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018594
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart. The newspaper article and photograph of the Purple Heart, provided by the applicant, are not sufficient evidence upon which to base a correction of his records. _______ _ 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 | 20090018596
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. His DD Form 214 shows the Army Good Conduct Medal as an authorized award. ____________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 | 20090018597
However, he has failed to show through the evidence of record and the evidence submitted with his application sufficient explanation and evidence to show that the SSN he used throughout his service was incorrect. His records show that he served under the SSN reflected on his DD Form 214 throughout his service. In order to justify correction of a military record the applicant must show to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise satisfactorily appear, that the record is in error...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018600
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Forms 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Korea Defense Service Medal, Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar, and the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Carbine Bar. The applicant's DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows he served in Korea during the period 4 June 1956 to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018604
Therefore, her records should be corrected to show deployment in Israel in item 18 of her DD Form 214. The applicant was deployed to Israel from 7 January to 30 April 2003 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The evidence of record also shows the applicant was on active duty on 11 September 2001 for more than 30 days; therefore, she is eligible for award of the GWOTSM and correction of her DD Form 214 for the period to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018617
The applicant requests correction of his military record by awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal and amending his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to reflect receipt of this award. It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. Lacking any derogatory information on file that would have disqualified him, it would be appropriate to award the applicant the Army Good Conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018619
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The sentence included a bad conduct discharge, forfeiture of $639 pay per month for 6 months, and 47 days confinement. The SPD code of JJD was the appropriate code for the applicant based upon the guidance provided in Army Regulation 635-5-1 for Soldiers separating under the provisions of AR 635-200, Chapter 3, due to trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018620
b. three of his LES's that show for the period: * 1-31 July 1985, a PEBD of 14 June 1974 * 1-31 December 1988, a PEBD of 11 January 1979 * 1 August 2003, a pay date of 5 October 1977 c. an ILARNG memorandum, dated 9 June 2005, that shows the Retirement Points Accounting Management noncommissioned officer requested that the Pay Branch change the applicant's PEBD to 22 March 1974. DFAS records shows the applicant's current retirement date is 1 October 2007 and that he has 30 years, 1 month,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018625
The applicant requests the Iraq Campaign Medal for her service in Iraq be in included on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 8 February 2004. She served 30 consecutive days on active duty outside the designated area of eligibility for the Iraq Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 13 of her DD Form 214 with a separation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018627
The applicant's military record shows he enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) Delayed Entry Program (DEP) on 27 April 2006. Evidence shows he completed the required course, attained SQI of "G" as a result of successfully completing the Ranger Course, and served at least one year in MOS 11B1G. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding to Item 11 of his DD Form 214 the entry "11B1G Infantryman (Ranger...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2009 | 20090018632
The applicant requests that his Joint Service Commendation Medal (JSCM) and the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to his DD Form 214 for the period ending 7 August 1975 the JSCM and the KDSM. _______ _ X_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true...