ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022187
The letter stated DFAS records did not show a request from her or the FSM within a year of the divorce. Section 1450(f)(3)(C) provides that an election may not be deemed to have been made unless the request from the former spouse of the person is received within one year of the date of the court order or filing involved. In the absence of documentary evidence showing the FSM made or attempted to make a timely election for former spouse SBP coverage or that a court with proper jurisdiction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022188
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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. His records do not contain any evidence that indicates he was ever awarded the Purple Heart by proper authority.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022189
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show awards of the Purple Heart and Silver Star. There is no evidence in the reconstructed records that shows the applicant was awarded the Silver Star. Additionally, there is no evidence in his reconstructed records and he did not provide any conclusive evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action, that he was treated for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022190
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show in: a. item 5a (Grade, Rate, or Rank) the entry "SGT"; b. item 5b (Pay Grade) the entry "E-5"; c. item 6 (Date of Rank) the entry "22 May 1970"; and d. item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) his list of awards to include the: * Bronze Star Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster * Army Good Conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022192
As such, there is insufficient evidence on which to add the AAM to his DD Form 214. ____________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. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20100022192 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20100022192 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022193
The applicant states: * he served 2 years of continuous service in the Army * his DD Form 214 for the period ending 26 July 1990 needs to be amended to give him 2 additional days * he signed for 2 years in the Army in 1988 and should be given credit for this * his unit made a mistake by not crediting him with his whole time in service * he cannot receive health benefits unless this injustice is rectified * his dates of deployment in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Iraq are not listed on his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022195
The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze service stars and that he participated in three campaigns during his service in Vietnam. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence showing the applicant met the criteria for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge and for correction of his records to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022198
Army Regulation 600-8-22 states 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. While the exact dates cannot be determined, the available evidence shows the applicant was captured by enemy forces in February 1951 and he remained a POW until he was repatriated in August 1953. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022199
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. There is no indication the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15 year statute of limitations. Therefore, given his extensive disciplinary history and the gravity of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022200
The applicant requests correction of the spelling of his first name as shown on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) and removal of 4 days of lost time from his DD Form 214. He states his first name is misspelled on his DD Form 214 and should be spelled "Stephen." Item 1 (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name) of his DD Form 214 shows his first name spelled as "Steven."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022203
The applicant requests correction of his rank to show technical sergeant (T/SGT). The applicants military records are not available to the Board for review. The available evidence shows the applicant held the rank of T/SGT at the time of separation from active duty, as evidenced by the letter he provides.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022206
c. The RVN 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 service in Vietnam during the period 1 March 1961 through 28 March 1973. The evidence of record confirms he served an honorable period of active duty service between 18 March 1963 and 7 March 1966; therefore, he is entitled to award of the NDSM and to have this award added to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022209
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * his correct rank and pay grade * award of the Army Good Conduct Medal and the Overseas Service Ribbon * he graduated from high school 2. The evidence of record shows the applicant was reduced to PV1/E-1 as a result of his approved voluntary separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022211
The applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged on 7 July 1983 in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with service characterized as under other than honorable conditions. A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for upgrade of his discharge within its...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022214
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show Texas as his home of record (HOR). The applicant provides his DD Form 214. ____________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 | CY2010 | 20100022219
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 March 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100022219 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His request to correct his DD Form 214 to show the Vietnam Service Medal and three bronze service stars as separate awards was noted. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Bronze Star Medal with First Oak Leaf Cluster with "V" Device, Valorous Unit Award, Republic of Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022221
The applicant states, in effect, his DD Form 214 shows his rank as specialist four (SPC 4)/E-4; however, according to a document from the Department of the Army he was promoted but he did not receive the correct pay for the promotion. Therefore, the available evidence is insufficient to correct his DD Form 214 to show his rank as SGT/E-5. _______ _ X_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022224
The applicant provides: * excerpts from the 533rd Ordnance Detachment EOD activities for the period 1 July - 31 December 1970 * clinical records, dated 13 July 1970 and 26 July 1970 * a Patient Admission Form * his DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. He was assigned to the 25th Ordnance Detachment in Vietnam from 1 May 1970 until he was wounded on 12 July 1970 and he was transferred to the United States on 23 July 1970 for further medical treatment. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022225
Evidence of record shows on: * 1 October 2000, he was promoted to CW4, which incurred a 2-year ADSO [ending on 30 September 2002] * 29 November 2001, he submitted a request for voluntary retirement * 14 January 2002, his request was disapproved by PERSCOM * July 2002, he was assigned to Germany * 13 June 2003, AC unit stop loss was lifted and all component skill-based stop loss was partially lifted * 9 January 2005, he deployed to Iraq * 2 August 2005, his second request for voluntary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022227
The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) he received shows he was discharged on 20 April 1984 under the provision of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 4 (sic), for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Although the applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulations 635-200, chapter 4, his SPD code and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022229
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Combat Action Badge, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with campaign stars, and Iraq Campaign Medal with campaign stars. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Afghanistan Campaign Medal is awarded to members who served in direct support of OEF. The applicant requests award of the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with service stars.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022233
There is no indication that he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. There is no evidence and the applicant has not provided any which shows he was physically unfit to perform his duties at the time of separation. He declined a physical examination at the time of his separation and his mental evaluation, conducted on 3 April 1981 by a competent medical authority, determined he was mentally qualified...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022238
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). However, he submitted a DD Form 214 which shows he was discharged from active duty in pay grade E-1 on 26 November 1971 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. ____________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022240
After considering all the evidence and witness statements presented before it, the board of officers recommended the applicant be discharged from military service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 for unfitness with no rehabilitation requirement. Army Regulation 635-212 also states, in pertinent part, that in the processing of an administrative discharge, unit commanders notify Soldiers that they were being considered for separation and the type of discharge that they could...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022241
The applicant states that he was enrolled in the Army Weight Control Program (AWCP) and met his weight standard on 4 August 2005 in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 600-9 (AWCP). The applicant provides copies of a DA Form 5500-R (Body Fat Content Worksheet - Male), DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award), and DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). AR 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides policy, criteria, and administrative instructions concerning military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022242
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16), as opposed to a Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16). His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record Part II) shows in item 9 (Awards, Decorations and Campaigns), he was awarded the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022244
The applicant requests, in effect, that his records be corrected to show he reenlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) in January 1983. Action was initiated by his command on 22 December 1981 for his separation from the MIARNG for misconduct. The evidence of record shows he was discharged from the MIARNG for misconduct in 1982.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022246
The applicant provides: * a 30 July 2010 letter from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service * a 4 March 2010 letter from the Minnesota Army National Guard (MNARNG) * Certificate of Honorable Discharge from the MNARNG, dated 11 April 1990 * National Guard Bureau (NGB) Form 22 (Report of Separation and Record of Service) for the period 12 April 1984-14 September 1990 * NGB Form 22A (Correction to NGB Form 22), dated 11 February 2010 * DA Form 3686 (Joint Uniform Military Pay System-Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022248
On 19 October 2006, the unit commander notified the applicant that he was initiating action to separate him under the provisions Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 14-12b, for patterns of misconduct, with a GD based on the following reasons: a. for each of the infractions or misconduct identified in his 19 September 2006 NJP action (paragraph 4a above); b. for receiving a "driving under the influence" on 2 September...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022249
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 18 July 1986 to show award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) and a second Army Achievement Medal (AAM). It states for item 14, from the Soldier's records, list formal in-service (full-time attendance) training courses successfully completed during the period of service covered by the DD Form 214. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022250
c. National Guard Regulation (Army Regulation) 600-100 (Commissioned Officers - Federal Recognition and Related Personnel Actions ), paragraph 8-8(a), provides "A commissioned officer must complete the minimum years of promotion service prior to being considered for promotion and Federal recognition in the higher grade. The evidence of record shows the applicant was granted temporary Federal recognition effective 22 December 2006 upon his initial appointment in the INARNG and execution of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022252
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 (CIB). The applicant's DA Form 20 shows he served in Vietnam from 16 June 1968 to 15 July 1969. The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022255
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of this form does not show he was awarded the PH. Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) does not show he was awarded the PH.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022257
The applicant requests the first name listed in his military records be corrected. All official documents and orders in the applicant's DA Form 201 (Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ)) list the same first and middle names as they are recorded on his DD Form 4 and DA Form 20. This Record of Proceedings along with the application and supporting documents will be filed in his military record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022258
There is no evidence in the applicant's service personnel records which show he was awarded or recommended for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who had completed a qualified 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. awarding him the Army Good...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022259
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 and the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16). 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 award of the Purple Heart in this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022260
On 16 October 1978, the applicant was notified of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for misconduct. On 30 October 1978, the separation authority approved the discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, and directed the applicant receive an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Based on his record of indiscipline which includes several instances of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022261
The applicant requests the DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) of her deceased husband, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show his foreign service in Vietnam. Additionally, item 38 (Record of Assignments) shows he served with HHC, 2nd Brigade, 299th Infantry, U.S. Army Pacific Command (USARPAC), Hawaii. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows, subsequent to completing basic and advanced individual training at Fort...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022262
The applicant states: a. he served two full combat tours in the Vietnam and held military occupational specialty (MOS) 11D; b. he was not awarded a second CIB; and c. all units subordinate to the Military Assistance Command (MACV) serving in Vietnam during the period 8 February to 28 March 1973 and United States Army Vietnam and its subordinate units serving during the period 20 July 1965 to 28 March 1973 were awarded the RVNGC. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served two tours...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022263
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states his records were destroyed in the 1973 fire in St. Louis; however, he desires to have his awards of the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Carbine bar, Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar, and PUC added to his records and replacement medals and ribbons issued to him. The applicant has not provided and his records do not contain any evidence...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022273
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 20 October 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100022273 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the KDSM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. __________X____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022274
He requested his records go before an SSB and as a result, he was selected for promotion. As a result, the Board recommends that the state Army National Guard records and the Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. voiding his current MRD extension by NGB; b. voiding his selection by the October 2010 promotion selection board and allowing his selection by the SSB to stand, which will in turn automatically extend his MRD to 30 June 2012; and c. showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022280
The applicant requests removal from her Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) a Relief for Cause Officer Evaluation Report (OER) she received for the period 28 July through 30 October 2006. In Part Vb (Comment on Specific Aspects of the Performance) the rater stated he concurred with the directed relief for cause of the applicant due to her substandard performance of duty and failure to comport with expected standards of an officer of her grade and experience. On 20 April 2007, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022281
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, Iraq Campaign Medal (2nd Award) [properly known as the Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars], and Overseas Service Ribbon. Therefore, he is entitled to the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for his honorable period of service from 6 April 2004 through 13 July 2006 and correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022282
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214, dated 28 March 2005, be corrected by: * Deleting the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM) and adding the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM) with two bronze service stars to his DD Form 214 * Adding the Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) * Adding the Navy Unit Commendation (NUC) * Adding the Driver and Mechanic Badge with W Bar 2. His DD Form 214 issued at the time of his REFRAD shows he was awarded the Army Reserve...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022286
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 March 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100022286 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 601-210 shows RE-1 is assigned to individuals who are fully qualified for enlistment at the time of separation. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: While the applicant was released from active duty at his ETS, he was ineligible to reenlist at the time of separation because he signed a DCSS.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022288
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show awards of the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars, and Overseas Service Ribbon. The evidence of record shows the applicant served during a qualifying period for award of the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal which is not shown on her DD Form 214. She also qualifies for award...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022290
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The form shows, on 27 October 1980, he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, and his service was characterized as UOTHC. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022291
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of item 18 (Remarks) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her deployment to Kuwait and Afghanistan. Item 18 of her DD Form 214 does not show any deployments. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to amend item 18 of her DD Form 214 to show deployment to Afghanistan.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100022294
The applicant requests award of the Air Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his rank as sergeant (SGT). The applicant states his military records will show he was an SGT. His records do not contain any evidence that indicates he was ever recommended for or awarded the Air Medal by proper authority.