ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020558
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, and all other awards he earned. The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. In this case, the applicant's record is void of any orders that show he was awarded the Purple Heart, his name is not shown on the Vietnam casualty roster, his DA Form 20 does not show any combat wounds, and his medical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020561
The applicant requests correction of his record to show award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device. The applicant's military records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 11 June 1969. There is no evidence in the available records to show the applicant was awarded the BSM with "V" Device.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020572
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 28 November 2008 to reflect his foreign service in Iraq during the period February to October 2004 and to show the Combat Action Badge. However, his records do not contain and he did not provide a DD Form 214 covering that period of active service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020573
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of or authorization to wear the: * Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (ARCAM) * Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) * Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) * Driver and Mechanic Badge with "W" Clasp (for wheeled vehicles) 2. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020574
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show two awards of the Vietnam Service Medal, one awarded by the U.S. and one awarded by the Vietnamese [presumed to be the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal]. c. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) was awarded by the Government of Vietnam to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020575
The applicant requests his Purple Heart be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). The applicant states he was wounded in Vietnam on 25 May 1967 and was awarded the Purple Heart. 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 incurred in Vietnam on 25 May 1967; and b. by adding to his DD Form 214 the Purple Heart, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020576
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show the: * Bronze Star Medal with "V" device * Purple Heart * Army Good Conduct Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp * Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation 2. Army Regulation 600-68 (Good Conduct Medal), in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020581
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: * item 6 (DOB) 29 May 1949 * item 31 (Foreign Service) he served in: * Germany from 18 February through 23 July 1970 (5 months and 6 days) * Vietnam from 9 September 1970 through 13 August 1971 (11 months and 5 days) * item 38 (Record of Assignments) he was assigned for duty in Vietnam with: * the 512th Transportation Company from 19 to 23 September 1970 * the 545th Transportation Company from 24 September 1970 to 20 June 1971 * the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020583
A review of her service record revealed: * award certificate, dated 25 January 1991, which shows she was awarded the Army Achievement Medal for meritorious service from 24 January 1990 to 7 January 1991 by Orders 83-04 * no recommendation or orders for a second award of the Army Achievement Medal * no disciplinary actions or evidence which shows she was disqualified by her chain of command for the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal * no evidence which shows she qualified as expert...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020584
The applicant requests: * Award of all awards issued during Desert Shield/Desert Storm to include the Kuwait Liberation Medal and the Bronze Star Medal * Restoration of his rank/grade to staff sergeant (SSG)/E-6 * Removal of the DA Form 4126-R (Bar to Reenlistment Certificate) from his records 2. Orders Number 045-032, issued by Headquarters, Division Artillery, 101st Airborne Division, dated 12 June 1991, awarded the applicant the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service from 17...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020585
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides for award of the Vietnam Service Medal. The evidence shows he completed a qualifying period of service for award of the Vietnam Service Medal and that he participated in five campaigns while serving in the RVN. 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 Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 19 March 1969 through 21 October 1971...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020586
The applicant requests correction of his 7 June 1988 DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Purple Heart. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained as a result of hostile action. Therefore, in the absence of medical records or other corroborating evidence to support his contention, there is an insufficient basis for correcting his records to show award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020590
He states: * he is unable to receive service-connected disability from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) due to the lack of information on his DD Form 214 * in effect, item 9 (Date of Birth) of his DD Form 214 was improperly entered * his military service records were destroyed in a fire in 1973 3. To attain clarification of his request, per telephone conversation with applicant on 9 February 2011, he is requesting that his record be further corrected by: * Correcting his date of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020596
A VA Form 22-1990E, dated 22 December 2009, shows he applied for and transferred Post - 9/11 GI Bill benefits to his daughter for her to attend college. The official stated the applicant is not eligible to transfer benefits under the Post - 9/11 GI Bill transferability program because Army and Department of Defense (DOD) policy requires a Soldier to be on active duty or a member of the Selected Reserve in order to transfer benefits. The policy further states the Secretaries of the Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020597
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 21 September 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100020597 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states that he received a shrapnel wound to his arm during combat in Burma in 1944 and he never received the award of the Purple Heart. His records, which appear to be complete, fail to indicate that the applicant was ever wounded as a result of enemy action or that treatment was made for such wounds.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020601
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 September 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100020601 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states he was released from active duty and not given the opportunity to use PDMRA days he earned and was entitled to. The available evidence shows the applicant served a qualifying period of active duty service under 10 USC for award of PDMRA.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020604
The immediate commander cited the specific reason as the applicant's positive drug tests and his poor potential for rehabilitation for drug abuse as evidenced by his continued abuse which rendered him a drug abuse rehabilitation failure. The panel's report entitled "Review of Urinalysis Drug Testing Program," dated 12 December 1983, concluded that the testing procedures used by all laboratories were adequate to identify drug abuse and found no significant evidence of false positive...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020607
The applicant requests: a. an amendment to item 12b (Separation Date This Period) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 April 2006 to show she separated on 1 November 2008; b. to be awarded all Active Duty (AD) points she would have earned had she separated on 1 November 2008; and c. all due back pay as a result of these corrections. Also during this period, a memorandum from JFHQ, AG Department, Subject: Notification of Approved...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020614
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 September 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100020614 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states he was released from active duty and not given the opportunity to use PDMRA days he earned and was entitled to. The available evidence shows the applicant served a qualifying period of active duty service under 10 USC for award of PDMRA.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020616
On 30 June 1982, the appropriate authority waived further rehabilitative requirements, approved the recommendation for discharge under the provisions of chapter 13 of Army Regulation 635-200, and directed that the applicant be furnished a General Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the requirements and procedures for administrative discharge of enlisted personnel. When separation for unsuitability is warranted, an honorable or general discharge is issued as determined...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020625
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. He further adds he was a rifle platoon leader and time in country (Vietnam) with Company B, 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division was an automatic qualifier for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant provides his DD Form 214, Headquarters, 4th Infantry Division General Orders Number 3815 (Bronze...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020626
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's military personnel records that shows he was recommended for or awarded the Bronze Star Medal. There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's military personnel records that shows he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020629
General Orders Number 5619 issued by the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile) on 11 April 1970 awarded him the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service from 5 May 1969 to 14 April 1970 in Vietnam. 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 the applicant's DD Form 214 the entries, "Vietnam Service Medal," "Bronze Star," and "Army Commendation Medal"; b. adding to item 24 of his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020630
The applicant states his military records currently show he has completed only 19 years, 11 months, and 24 days of qualifying service for a non-regular retirement, even though he has completed a total of 26 years, 11 months and 11 days of service. He subsequently served a total of 18 years in the ARNG and the USAR, completing 19 years, 11 months, and 24 days of qualifying service for retired pay at 60 years of age. However, as a matter of equity and since he was only 6 days short of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020632
He acknowledged he understood if his discharge request was approved, he might be discharged under conditions other than honorable and furnished an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. On 1 October 1974, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, and directed that he be issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020633
On 31 December 1981, the separation authority approved his request for discharge and directed the issuance of an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7c, provides that an under other-than-honorable-conditions discharge is an administrative separation from the Service under conditions other than honorable. _______ _ __X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020636
His service record is void of any orders that show he was awarded the Purple Heart; his name is not shown on the Vietnam casualty roster; his DA Form 20 does not indicate any combat wounds; and his medical records are not available for review with this case. Notwithstanding his sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as a result of enemy action and treated for those wounds, there is insufficient evidence upon which to base...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020641
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to reflect: * he was discharged in the rank of sergeant first class (SFC) (promoted on 23 July 1953) * he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) * he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) * he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) * he was awarded the Korean Service Medal (KSM) with two bronze service stars * he was awarded the Combat Infantryman...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020643
Item 31 (Foreign Service) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in Vietnam from 2 December 1966 through 30 November 1967, a period of 11 months and 29 days, during two campaigns. The evidence of record also shows he had "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings during his period of active service from 1966 to 1968. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing 11 months and 29...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020645
There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's military personnel records that shows the applicant was awarded a second award of the Purple Heart. The applicant contends that his records should be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart (1st Oak Leaf Cluster), Air Medal, and Bronze Star Medal based on the award certificates and citations he provides, along with any other awards he may be authorized. Thus, the two certificates document the same incident for which general...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020646
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show: * his branch of service * his correct date of birth (DOB) * the correct spelling of his last name 2. The evidence clearly shows a clerical error in the recording of his DOB on his WD AGO Form 53-55.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020650
The applicant requests correction of item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) and item 3 (SSN) of his DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214). 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. As a result,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020652
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Reconnaissance Sergeant School, Republic of Vietnam Medal [interpreted to mean the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960)], Air Medal, Bronze Star Medal, and the Presidential Unit Citation. There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's military personnel records that shows he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020653
The applicant states his SSN is incorrect on his DD Form 214. His Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) contains, among other documents, the following documents that show the SSN he claims is correct: * DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) * induction and separation orders * DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request) * promotion orders * DA Form 2139 (Military Pay Voucher) * DA Form 137 (Installation Clearance Record) 4. __________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020655
On 21 June 1977, he was honorably discharged for the purpose of immediate reenlistment and was issued a DD Form 214 to reflect that he had served 4 years, 11 months and 9 days of total active service. It provides that the DD Form 214 will be prepared to reflect active service that is performed during the period covered by the DD Form 214. While the applicant did enter active duty in Memphis, Tennessee, on 13 July 1972, he was issued a DD Form 214 to properly reflect his service during each...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020659
His record contains: a. two Standard Forms 600 (Chronological Record of Medical Care) which show he accidentally stabbed himself in his right thigh with a bayonet on 27 May 1965 while serving in the Dominican Republic; b a Standard Form 88 (Report of Medical Examination) rendered during his physical examination prior to being released from active duty which shows he had no defects or diagnoses at the time of his separation; and c. a Standard Form 89 (Report of Medical History) rendered...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020660
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM), Army Service Ribbon (ASR), Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR), Combat Action Badge, and Driver and Mechanic Badge. Since his DD Form 214 shows the ASR, this portion of his request will not be discussed further in these proceedings. Army Regulation 600-8-22 provides...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020669
d. Orders 279-348, also issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Infantry Center, Fort Benning, GA, on 6 October 1982, ordering his discharge from the Army, effective 14 October 1982. e. A properly-constituted DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged on 14 October 1982 under the provisions of chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), for misconduct -conviction by civil court in the rank/grade of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020675
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) to an honorable discharge (HD) or discharge for medical reasons. The version of the regulation in effect at the time provided that an individual requesting discharge under chapter 10 would undergo a medical examination as prescribed in Army Regulation 40-501 (Standards of Medical Fitness), chapter 10. c. Paragraph 3-7a provides that an HD is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020676
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 * Army Commendation Medal * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) * Presidential Unit Citation * Valorous Unit Award * Meritorious Unit Commendation * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation 2. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020685
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 September 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100020685 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states he was released from active duty and not given the opportunity to use PDMRA days he earned and was entitled to. The available evidence shows the applicant served a qualifying period of active duty service under 10 USC for award of PDMRA.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020688
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to: * show her rank and grade as sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7 instead of staff sergeant (SSG)/E-6 * add award of the Joint Service Commendation Medal 2. The applicant provides: * a DD Form 214 * a certificate of promotion * orders awarding her the Joint Service Commendation Medal CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Her DD Form 214 correctly shows the rank and grade she held at the time...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020691
The applicant requests, in effect, a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR), dated 26 August 2006, and all related documents be removed from the performance section of his official military personnel file (OMPF). Army Regulation 600-8-104 (Military Personnel Information Management/ Records) prescribes the policies governing the OMPF, the Military Personnel Records Jacket, the Career Management Individual File, and Army Personnel Qualification Records. The GOMOR was properly filed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020701
This medal was awarded by the Government of Vietnam to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam during the period 1 March 1961 through 28 March 1973. The following awards should also be added to the applicant's DD Form 214: * Presidential Unit Citation * Valorous Unit Award * Meritorious Unit Commendation * Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle and Pistol Bars * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation (Second...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020702
The applicant requests that her DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be updated to reflect all of her active duty periods and her military occupational specialty (MOS) of a chaplains assistant. 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 or unjust. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020705
On 20 May 1992, he was discharged accordingly. The DD Form 214 he was issued confirms he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, by reason of misconduct - commission of a serious offense, in the rank/grade of private/E-1 with a general under honorable conditions characterization of service. There is no indication he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020708
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Presidential Unit Citation for service with Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry, in Vietnam 2 - 3 October 1966 and 20 March 1967. The evidence of record shows that GO Number 701 awarded him the Air Medal and shows his unit of assignment as Company A, 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020716
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Change 8 to Army Regulation 635-200 was in effect at the time of the applicant's discharge and presented a sample memorandum with subject: Request for Discharge for the Good of the Service. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for upgrade of his UOTHC discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020718
BOARD DATE: 10 February 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100020718 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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. Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100020719
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * An honorable character of service * His home of record (HOR) as El Paso, TX * In effect, award of the Army Commendation Medal 2. With respect to the HOR, the regulatory policy in effect at the time of the applicant's separation from active duty did not authorize the DD Form 214 to show the HOR. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...