ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026050
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 December 1995 to show entitlement to the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) and the Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM). The applicant provides: * his DD Forms 214 for the periods ending 29 June 1978, 14 July 1985, and 31 December 1995 * his Enlisted Evaluation Report (EER) for the period June 1986 through October 1986 * a memorandum, subject: Approved HSM for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026054
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. He states he is requesting award of the Combat Infantryman Badge based on his assignment with Company C, 3rd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Division, at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) in Korea. The Soldier must be an infantryman satisfactorily performing infantry duties, he must be assigned to an infantry unit during such time as the unit is engaged in active ground combat, and he must actively participate in such ground combat.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026055
The applicant provides: * Standard Form 180 (Request Pertaining to Military Records) * WD AGO Forms 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) issued on 8 December 1945 and 25 March 1947 * Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Rating Decision * Self-authored statement * three witness statements * Doctor's statement CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's contends he was awarded the PH. By regulation, in order to support award of the PH there must be evidence...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026057
There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant contends his general discharge under honorable conditions should be upgraded to an honorable discharge because he has been a good citizen since his discharge and an upgrade of his discharge would allow him to file for additional veterans' benefits. The evidence of record shows the applicant's discharge under the provisions of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026059
The applicant requests his discharge be upgraded from a general discharge (GD) to an honorable discharge (HD). The applicant was discharged on 3 May 1988, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14 for misconduct - drug abuse with a characterization of service of under honorable conditions. The character of the discharge is commensurate with the applicant's overall record of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026060
His record is void of orders that show he was awarded the Purple Heart and there is no evidence in his service personnel records that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action or treated for such wounds. Regrettably, notwithstanding the applicant's sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows that the applicant sustained wounds or injuries as a result of hostile action, that he was treated by medical personnel for those wounds or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026063
The applicant requests correction to her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), Item 11 (Primary Specialty Number, Title, and Years and Months in Specialty), to add her secondary and additional military occupational specialties (MOSs). The applicant is therefore entitled to correction of Item 11 of her DD Form 214 to also show the entry, "76P, Materiel Control and Accounting Specialist, 01 Year 03 Months and 76Y, Unit Supply Specialist, 4 Years and 4 Months." ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026064
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The evidence of record shows that upon his induction, the applicant listed his name as "---ea- -ylea- Jr." This full name is consistent with the full name on the documents in his official military record throughout his service. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document along with his application and the supporting evidence he provided, which confirms his correct full name,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026065
The applicant requests that his undesirable discharge be upgraded to a general discharge. The examining psychiatrist recommended that the applicant be separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-208 (Personnel Separations Discharge Unfitness) by reason of defects of character which rendered him undesirable in the military setting. There is no evidence in the available records to show the applicant ever applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026073
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 26 April 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100026073 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests the dates of his deployment to Afghanistan listed in item 18 (Remarks) of his 13 July 2010 DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct the DD Form 214 accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026074
On 15 August 2004 she was promoted to the rank of SGT. The advisory opinion was provided to the applicant and she responded to the effect that she was never counseled or provided proper notice of being reduced for unsatisfactory participation nor was she informed of a reduction board. Paragraph 10-17 of that regulation provides for the reduction of enlisted personnel for unsatisfactory participation and provides that reductions under this paragraph are discretionary and a Soldier may be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026078
As a new argument the applicant states: * The State of South Carolina Military Department provided the Army Board of Correction for Military Records (ABCMR) erroneous information * The ABCMR improperly interpreted the intent of an agreement between him and the State * The ABCMR violated its own regulation in overturning a correct decision 3. On 23 October 2009, the applicant submitted a rebuttal statement to the advisory opinion and he indicated that, in accordance with Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026080
The applicant, the widow of the deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's records to show he enrolled in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) for spouse and children coverage and that she be paid the annuity. She provides the following: * Self-authored statement * Certificate of Death * Memorandum, Subject: Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-Year Letter), dated 5 October 2000 * Certificate of Marriage *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026085
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show a reentry (RE) code of "1" vice "4" and a corresponding separation program designator (SPD) code. Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations), paragraph 16-8, in effect at the time, states, in pertinent part, that Soldiers may be separated prior to expiration of term of service. The SPD code of "JCC" is the correct code for Soldiers discharged under the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026086
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 DECEMBER 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100026086 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 | 20100026090
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 28 April 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100026090 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026096
His military service records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 15 May 1967. U.S. Army Vietnam Regulation 672-1 (Decorations and Awards) provided for award of the Purple Heart. As a result, there is insufficient evidence to base award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026097
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) from 6 June 1966 to 4 June 1967, and from 14 February through 15 May 1968. This document does not show that the applicant was wounded in action. Notwithstanding the staff DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS above, the Board believed that there was sufficient evidence to show the applicant was wounded as a result of hostile fire action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026099
The member rents normal types of rental vehicles, equipment, moving aids, and packing material and the member performs all labor for the move. The evidence of record shows the applicant was authorized to perform a PPM from Fort Richardson to Fort Carson. It is reasonable to presume that had the applicant actually performed the move himself, without the aid of ABF, there would not have been an issue with his claim and he would have been entitled to the advance payment, as well as his full...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026100
The applicant requests, in effect, * education waivers with consecutive promotion corrections due to the findings of Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Docket Number AR20070001144, dated 2 August 2007 * a 4-year extension of his mandatory removal date (MRD) to allow him to qualify for a 20-year nonregular retirement 2. On 2 August 2007, the ABCMR granted his request for correction of his records as follows: * determined his 19 April 1996 DA Form 5074-1-R was incorrect *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026102
The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal based on completion of a qualifying period of Federal military service and correct his DD Form 214 to show his medal. 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 behavior, efficiency,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026103
The applicant requests, in effect, correction to Items 12d (Total Prior Active Service) and 12e (Total Prior Inactive Service) on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 15 December 1979 and the issuance of a DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214). His last DD Form 214 only shows he served 2 years of active service. The evidence of record shows he enlisted and served in the TXARNG from 8 January through 14 August 1963, a period of 7...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026106
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to add the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) and Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM). ___________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 | 20100026107
The record is void of any documents indicating the applicant requested and/or was denied the use of PDMRA during the mobilization/deployment in which it was earned; that an extension to this mobilization/deployment to use PDMRA at the mobilization station prior to REFRAD from the period of active duty service in question was denied; or that he has requested PDMRA in the more than 3 years since his REFRAD. The 2010 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), section 604 provided special...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026108
The applicant requests that his record be corrected to show he was promoted to sergeant major (SGM)/pay grade E-9 and his retirement pay be increased 10 percent based upon his award of the Soldier's Medal. The applicant contends his record should be corrected to show he was promoted to SGM/E-9 and his retirement pay increased 10 percent based upon his award of the Soldier's Medal. Further, there is no evidence to show he was recommended for award of the Soldier's Medal while he was on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026111
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026114
Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of this DD Form 214 shows the entry "N/A." However, it appears he is referring to his DD Form 214 for the period ending 15 October 1968 (which covers the period 10 October 1968 through 15 October 1968) because his DD Form 214 for the period ending 15 July 1971 shows: * he enlisted in the RA on 16 October 1968 * he was released from active duty on 15 July 1971 * he was awarded the NDSM,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026116
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his correct social security number (SSN). All orders and other documents prepared on the applicant during his military service on file in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) list the SSN recorded on his DD Form 4, DA Form 2-1, and DD Form 214. The applicant contends his SSN is incorrectly listed on his DD Form 214 and military record and should be corrected at this time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026118
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show his foreign service in Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and the medals that he is authorized for that service. The evidence of record clearly shows that the applicant was deployed in support of operations in Oman from 28 March 2002 through 3 July 2002. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026122
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) to show: * the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) with bronze service star * the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) * the Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) * 60 days foreign service 2. The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not document his SWASM with bronze service star or his 60...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026123
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states 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. Based on his overall record of service, it would be appropriate to award him the first award of the AGCM and to correct his records to reflect this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026125
The evidence of record shows the applicant completed a qualifying period of service and was authorized awards of the Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal with two bronze service stars, Republic of Korea War Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar, and Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation after his retirement for permanent disability. With respect to amending item 29 of his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026128
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * Army Achievement Medal (AAM) * Kosovo Campaign Medal (KCM) * North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Medal * Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) 2. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * NATO Medal Certificate * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) showing Permanent Orders Number 150-002, Headquarters, 3rd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, dated 20 May...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026132
The applicant's military personnel records do not contain a DD Form 220 (Active Duty Report) documenting the period of active duty from 13 May to 25 May 1985. There is no evidence the applicant was issued a DD Form 220 to document the period of active duty that is under review. Therefore, it would be appropriate to issue the applicant a DD Form 220 documenting the period of active duty from 13 May to 25 May 1985.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026136
He states that his DD Form 214 does not show award of the Purple Heart. There is no evidence in his record showing he was wounded during his period of service in Vietnam. He provided insufficient evidence and there is no evidence of record to show he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action during his period of service in Vietnam and he was awarded the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026139
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show two awards of the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and one additional bronze service star for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze service star. The applicant provides: * orders for two awards of the Purple Heart and associated certificates, Combat Infantryman Badge, and the Army Commendation Medal * a DA Form 2496-1 (Disposition Form),...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026142
The applicants contention that his middle name recorded in his military record and DD Form 214 should be corrected to reflect the spelling on his birth certificate has also been carefully considered. However, the evidence of record shows the applicant was inducted, entered and served using the middle name as it is spelled on his DD Form 214 and the Army has an interest in maintaining the accuracy of its records. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026151
Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552(b), provides that applications for correction of military records must be filed within 3 years after discovery of the alleged error or injustice. On 24 May 1995, he enlisted in the Regular Army as a food service specialist for a period of 3 years and assignment to Europe. The applicant has not provided sufficient evidence to show that the evaluation and the rating rendered by the PEB was incorrect or that he should have received a higher disability rating...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026155
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of item 12a (Date Entered Active Duty This Period) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he entered active duty on 8 December 1975. The applicant's DD Form 214 correctly reflects his record of service and contains no errors.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026156
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's records provide: a. a DA Form 428 (Application for Identification Card) that shows his SSAN as "XXX-5X-1XXX"; b. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing "XXX-5X-1XXX" in item 3 of his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026160
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. He further states, in effect, that he was divorced in January 1991 and he was never made aware that this would occur within 1 year of remarriage. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for correction of his record to show cancellation of his participation in the SBP.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026162
The applicant requests his general discharge by upgraded to an honorable discharge. Following consultation with legal counsel, he requested discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial in accordance with chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations). In his request for discharge, he acknowledged he understood that if the discharge request was approved, he may be discharged under other than honorable conditions and furnished an Undesirable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026164
The applicant requests upgrade of his undesirable discharge to a general under honorable conditions discharge. On 2 November 1967, the unit commander recommended the applicant's discharge from military service with an undesirable discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 by reason of unfitness in the best interest of the Army. The DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 under separation program number...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026167
The applicant states the Army Reserves does not update a DD Form 214 from past active duty. It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. Therefore, there is no basis for granting his request to add these awards on his DD Form 214 for the period ending 14 January 1966.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026169
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Bronze Star Medal. However, there are no orders or any other Army records that show the applicant was awarded the Bronze Star Medal or that he was recommended for the award. Therefore, the Board requests that the CMSD, ABCMR, administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by: a. deleting from item 24 of his 4 October 1967, DD Form 214 the "VSM" [Vietnam Service Medal]; b. adding to item 24 of his 4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026170
In support of his request the applicant provided a copy of the daily staff journal page for 4th Battalion, 3d Infantry, for 0001 hours, 13 March 1970, to 2400 hours, 13 March 1970. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. Neither the applicant's available records nor the Vietnam casualty listing provide any evidence that the applicant was wounded, that those wounds...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026171
The applicant states he received two awards of the Bronze Star Medal while on active duty in Vietnam and only one award is listed on his DD Form 214. Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 shows the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960), Combat Infantryman Badge, Air Medal, and Bronze Star Medal as authorized awards. As a result, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026173
The applicant requests his undesirable discharge be upgraded to honorable or general. On 30 January 1976 after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge 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. On 11 February 1976, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed the issuance of an undesirable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026174
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his grade as a sergeant (SGT)/E-5 instead of private first class (PFC)/E-3. The applicant states he read that if a member does not have the rank of SGT, after 5 years of service, he could request a discharge. There is no evidence in his records and he did not provide any that shows he was recommended for or promoted to SGT/E-5 during his military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026178
His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) issued at the time of his REFRAD shows he was awarded the Army Service Ribbon, Southwest Asia Service Medal with one bronze service star, and National Defense Service Medal. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Kuwait Liberation Medal awarded by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KLM-SA) was approved on 3 January 1992 and is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who participated in the...