ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026329
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. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to amend item 12a of 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026330
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. 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. His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged on 20 October 1986 with a characterization of service of under honorable conditions under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, by reason of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026331
The applicant requests correction of his record to show he was placed on the Retired List in pay grade E-8. An ARNG Retirement Points History Statement, prepared on 17 August 2007, shows his highest grade held as E-8. Army Regulation 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions), paragraph 7-14e, provides that concurrent with separation from the ARNG and transfer to the Retired Reserve or placement on the Retired List, Soldiers will be retired at the highest enlisted grade satisfactorily...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026335
His DD Form 214 shows he was honorably discharged on 21 August 2008 under the provisions of chapter 8 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure. It states that prior to discharge or release from active duty individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge. The SPD code JPD is the correct code for Soldiers separating under the provisions of chapter 9 of Army Regulation 635-200.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026336
Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's case by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) in Docket Number AR20090004554 on 28 July 2009. The applicant served during a qualifying period for award of the NDSM. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 21 July 1961...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026337
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his second tour of duty in Iraq in item 12f (Foreign Service) and any awards and decorations to which he is entitled in item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized). Evidence shows that during his second deployment he served a qualifying period of service in Iraq for award of a second OSR. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026338
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 for wounds received during his service in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN). A review of the two award citations provided by the applicant failed to show he was wounded in the performance of his duties. The documentary evidence provided by the applicant does not state he was wounded in action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026342
The applicant served in the Army of the United States using 6 January 1956 as his date of birth throughout his service. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document, along with his application and the supporting evidence he provided, confirming the date of birth he now uses will be filed in his Official Military Personnel File. ____________X____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026344
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was determined to be unfit by the physical disability evaluation system (PDES) and retired by reason of physical disability. After thoroughly reviewing the applicant's service medical records, the VA stated, "There is no evidence to indicate that this condition occurred while you were on active duty." Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation) establishes the Army PDES and sets forth...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026345
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) be corrected to show: a. the "Combat Medical Badge" (CMB) instead of "Medical Badge"; b. all awards to which he may be entitled; and c. issuance of all of the awards he earned. Item 27 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) shows he earned the: * United Nations Service Medal * Korean Service Medal with 3 bronze service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026346
b. paragraph 543 states enlisted standby advisory boards will consider records of Soldiers on whom derogatory information has been properly substantiated, which may warrant removal from a selection list. c. paragraph 5-35 states a Soldier removed from a promotion selection list and later considered exonerated will be reinstated on the promotion selection list. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Setting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026348
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides: * NGB Form 22 * NGB Form 22a (Correction to NGB Form 22) * Three DD Forms 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Two DA Forms 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty Status) * Two PRARNG memoranda * Department of the Army memorandum * Eight orders * Award certificate * Letter of recommendation * DA Form 2166-5A (Senior Enlisted Evaluation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026349
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. 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. Based on his overall record, the applicant's service did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct of duty for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026350
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show that the first three digits of his Social Security Number (SSN) are "385" instead of "358." At the time of his induction the SSN was not used for identification and the applicant was issued an Army Service Number (ASN). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting from item 3 of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026351
There is no evidence of record and the applicant did not provide any substantial evidence to show entitlement to the Purple Heart. There are no medical records available which show he was wounded or treated for wounds as a result of hostile action during his service in Vietnam. In the absence of such evidence, there is an insufficient basis for award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026353
The applicant requests that his dishonorable discharge be upgraded to a general discharge. The applicant provides no additional evidence with his application. He completed basic training at Fort Bliss, Texas, and remained at Fort Bliss for advanced individual training (AIT).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026355
The applicant requests awards of the National Defense Service Medal and the Korea Defense Service Medal be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the National Defense Service Medal is awarded for honorable active service for any period between 27 July 1950 and 27 July 1954, 1 January 1961 and 14 August 1974, 2 August 1990 and 30 November 1995, and 11 September 2001 and a date to be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026364
He provided: * a page from his DA Form 201 (Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ)) * a DA Form 8-274 (Medical Condition Physical Profile Record) * page 4 of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) shows in item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) the following awards: * VSM with four bronze service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026370
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. He was discharged from active duty in pay grade E-1 on 27 August 1974, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 13-5b(3). Prior to his conviction by special court-martial for another period of AWOL, chapter 13 action was initiated against him and he was advised of his rights.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026375
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: There is no evidence of record which shows the applicant was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action in Vietnam. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence in which to base award of the Purple Heart in this case. _______ _ 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 | 20100026376
There is no evidence in the applicant's service personnel records which show that he was awarded or recommended for 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. 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 the Vietnam Service Medal; b. awarding him the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026377
The applicant states her DD Form 214 has an incorrect SSN and she legally changed her name in 2007 and wants her military records to reflect that name change. The available evidence is not sufficient to support the applicant's request to correct her DD Form 214 to show her name change to Ta A-----a J---s. The applicant legally enlisted and served under the name C-----e A. L--n. During her service she legally changed her name to C-----e A. R-------z and she was honorably discharged under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026382
The applicant requests his home of record (HOR) at the time of his entry on active duty be changed to XXXX N____ Road, Mansfield, OH. He was being ordered into a relevant tour of active duty at that time. There is no evidence this was not his HOR at the time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026383
On 18 January 1972, Headquarters, U.S. Army Support Command, Saigon, issued General Orders Number 92 announcing award of the BSM for his meritorious service from March 1971 to February 1972. The evidence of record shows that upon the applicant's request in 1971, his name was changed to add the abbreviation "SR." In 1975, his name was changed to remove "SR." The available documentation does not show the circumstances leading to the reversal of his name change. The orders for his BSM and his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026386
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). He was issued a DD Form 214 that shows in 18c he entered an AD on 1 October 1961. The regulation states a DD Form 214 would be issued to each member of the Reserve components ordered to ADT for a period of 90 days or more.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026390
The applicant states: * He should have been medically retired from the Army instead of chaptered out * He has several medical conditions that were caused by his time/service in the Army * Getting chaptered out with no disability or severance pay is unjust * He was discharged from the Army under chapter 5-17 for anxiety and depression which were caused by the funeral details he performed * He already had a severe case of obstructive sleep apnea and was going through the disability process *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026392
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. Special Order Number 285, dated 29 December 1956, and his DD Form 214 confirm his separation from active duty on 31 December 1956. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026394
The applicant requests correction of her military records to increase her constructive service credit. The applicant contends that her military records should be corrected by increasing her constructive service credit by about 24 months based on her work experience. The evidence of record clearly shows the applicant was granted constructive service credit in the amount of 2 years based on her MS degree and another 7 months based on her work experience.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026396
The applicant requests correction to her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the correct date she entered active duty (AD). Her DD Form 214 contains the following entries: * Item 12a 2006 01 05 * Item 12c (Net Active Service This Period) 0002 03 27 * Item 18 (Remarks) PERIOD OF DEP: 20050826 - 20060104 5. The date entered in item 8a of her DD Form 4 was inadvertently transposed to item 12a of her DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026400
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) provides the following: a. promotion to specialist five (E-5) on 23 September 1969; b. service in Vietnam from 9 March 1969 through 7 March 1970 with 2nd Battalion, 4th Field Artillery, 3rd Regiment, 9th Infantry Division; c. his conduct and efficiency ratings are reported as exclusively "excellent"; d. service in Vietnam during one campaign period; and e. award of the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026404
Army Regulation 600-8-22 states a bronze service star is worn on the appropriate service ribbon for each credited campaign, to include the Vietnam Service Medal. Since the governing regulation states only one decoration will be awarded to an individual or unit for the same act, and the Silver Star is properly shown on his DD Form 214 for the period ending 9 September 1969, there is no basis for granting his request to show the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device (2nd Oak Leaf Cluster) on his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026408
The applicant's record shows he was wounded in action on 12 April 1969 and received treatment that is a matter of official record. It is appropriate to award the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for his period of service from 18 April 1968 through 17 April 1970. 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 being wounded in action on 12 April 1969; b. awarding him...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026410
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. The applicant contends that his records should be corrected to show he was promoted to SFC/E-7 and placed on the retired list in pay grade E-7. The evidence of record confirms the applicant held the rank and pay grade of SSG/ E-6 on the date he retired from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026415
The applicant requests correction of her records to show she is entitled to full Reserve retirement (20 years). Her current U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Command Form 249-E (Chronological Statement of Retirement Points), dated 3 March 2011, shows she has 16 years, 9 months, and 14 days of qualifying service for Reserve retirement. The evidence of record shows the applicant has 16 years, 9 months, and 14 days of qualifying service for a 15-year Reserve retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026420
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show award of the Army Commendation Ribbon with Metal Pendant [currently known as the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM)]. He states that item 18 (Grade Rate or Rank at Time of Entry into Active Service) of his DD Form 214 lists his grade as private/pay grade E-1. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026421
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 December 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100026421 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states she was released from active duty and not given the opportunity to use PDMRA days she 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 | 20100026423
Counsel requests the applicant's records be corrected to show he was released from active duty and medically retired due to a physical disability. The applicant's service medical records show he sustained an injury to his left shoulder on 9 October 2005 when a vehicle in which he was riding was hit by an IED. Not withstanding the ARNG opinion that the applicant's medical records should be referred to an MEB/PEB there is insufficient evidence to show the applicant's shoulder condition would...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026426
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Machine Gun Bar, Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars, Army Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Gold Star Unit Citation. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026428
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 7 June 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100026428 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides a DD Form 293 (Application for Review of Discharge) that states, "I would like to change it, because I desire more than a bad conduct discharge." His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which the applicant was convicted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026429
He is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show he had 10 months and 11 days of foreign service. He is also entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to include a statement documenting his deployed service in Iraq. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by making the following changes to his DD Form 214: * delete "0000 00 00" from item 12f * add "0000 10 11" to item 12f * add the statement "SERVICE IN IRAQ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026430
No combat injuries or wounds are recorded on his medical records; however, an entry "scar to left leg" was entered on his Standard Form 88 (Report of Medical Examination). In this case, the applicant's name is not shown on the Vietnam casualty roster, his DA Form 20 is not available for review, his service record is void of any orders that show he was awarded the Purple Heart, his record is void of any official Army telegrams or Western Union telegrams, and there is no conclusive evidence...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026431
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of two Army Commendation Medals, the Humanitarian Service Medal, and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. In support of his application, the applicant provides the following documents: a. DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) and DA Form 4980-14 (Army Commendation Medal Certificate) that show Headquarters, 28th Combat Support Hospital [Haiti], Permanent Order Number...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026432
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows the following: * Item 22 (MOS) shows he was awarded MOS 13A (FA Basic) on 10 February 1969, awarded primary MOS 76Y (Unit Supply Specialist) on 9 August 1969, and primary MOS 36K (Field Wireman) on 9 March 1970 * Item 27 (Military Education) shows he completed the FA Basic Course in MOS 13A in 1969 * Item 31 (Foreign Service) shows he served in Vietnam from 12 February 1969 through 21 April 1970 * Item 38 (Record of Assignments) shows he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026434
The applicant requests correction of item 12f (Foreign Service) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he served in Kuwait for 1 year. He served on active duty on five separate occasions for which he received DD Forms 214: * 26 November 1996-15 September 2000 * 15 June 2001-21 September 2001 * 4 October 2004-3 October 2005 [corrected by DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214), dated 3 May 2007] * 20 October 2005-5 July 2006 * 20 October 2005-17...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026435
On 17 March 1977 after consulting with defense counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 10, in lieu of trial by court-martial. His defense counsel signed the request for discharge attesting that the applicant had been advised of the effects of a discharge under other than honorable conditions and all of the applicant's rights had been explained to him. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026438
The applicant requests correction of his records to show the award of the Purple Heart. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. There is no evidence in his reconstructed record and he did not provide any evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action or treated for such wounds or that his treatment was made a matter of official record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026439
The applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), a mental health services adult diagnostic assessment, a Standard Form 513 (Medical Record Consultation Sheet Psychiatric), a DD Form 1966 (Record of Military Processing Armed Forces of the United States), and a social security number printout. The evidence the applicant provides shows a recent mental evaluation found no evidence of significant psychopathology or any mental health...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026444
The applicant's military records are not available for review. The Board wants the applicant and all others concerned to know that this action in no way diminishes the sacrifices made by the applicant in service to the United States during World War II. ___________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 | 20100026446
The applicant requests to be awarded the Senior Army Aviator Badge and that the correct number of Air Medals be entered on his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty). His DD Form 214 issued at the time of his retirement reflects that he was awarded the Air Medal (1st-15th Award) and the Army Aviator Badge. A review of his official records failed to show any orders awarding the applicant the Senior Army Aviator Badge and his records do not contain any of his flight records.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100026448
The DD Form 214 he was issued shows he was discharged on 19 June 1980 for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with a character of service of under other than honorable conditions. a. Paragraph 3-7a states that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law. b. Paragraph 3-7b states that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.