ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027281
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to reflect his correct deployment dates to Iraq. The applicant states he served in Iraq 2 months; however, his DD Form 214 only reflects credit for 18 days. He had served 1 year, 9 months, and 10 days of active service and his DD Form 214 issued at the time of discharge reflects in item 18 that he served in Iraq from 20070408 20070425.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027284
The applicant requests his military occupational specialty (MOS) on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 13 May 2004 be corrected to show 12B1O instead of 21B1O. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * Certificate of Training * orders to active duty CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by changing item 11 of his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027285
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. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. Substantiating evidence must be provided to verify that the wound was the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027286
On 17 April 1971, the applicant completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) which shows an SSN with beginning with "458." There is also no evidence in the available record that shows he ever completed any significant education and/or training that should be shown on his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form 214 to show his SSN beginning with the number "458" in item...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027288
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 26 April 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027288 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. However, the Army policy requires PDMRA to be used during the active duty period in which it was earned and there are no provisions to carry over or be monetarily compensated for PDMRA outside of the legal authority provided by the 2010 NDAA which expired on 28 October 2010. The evidence of record and independent evidence provided by the applicant is void of any...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027291
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show award of: a. the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and two awards of the Army Achievement Medals (AAM); and b. correction of his social security number (SSN) on his DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214). His DD Form 215, dated 1 June 2006, shows his SSN as XXX-3X-XXXX. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027295
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 December 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027295 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. In view of the above, the applicant's records should be corrected to show she is entitled to receive 4 days of PDMRA with all appropriate allowances to be used within a 12-month period commencing on the date of this Board's notice.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027297
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show all of his foreign service. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214, item 12f to show this service. The available evidence shows he completed a qualifying period of service for award of the SWASM and he participated in three campaigns.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027304
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to document his service in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) and all awards due based on this RVN service. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides the Armys awards policy. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these awards.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027309
The applicant was inducted into the Army of the United States on 28 October 1966. The applicant's DA Form 20 shows an entry for the Purple Heart, indicating he was authorized the award and that his entitlement to the award could be substantiated. 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 received on 4 September 1968; b. deleting "MKM (M-14)" and "VSM" from item 24 of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027315
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. Conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations, and the discharge appropriately characterized the misconduct for which the applicant was convicted. Based on his record of serious misconduct, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027321
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his service in Iraq for Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF)/Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) from 5 May through 5 December 2003 and to show all of the awards he is authorized in conjunction with this service to include an Army Commendation Medal. With respect to his request to have his DD Form 214 corrected to show his service in Iraq for OIF/OEF from 5 May through 5 December 2003,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027323
Amend item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) to add: * Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon (ARCOTR) * Parachutist Badge * Air Assault Badge * Army Superior Unit Award (ASUA) * Meritorious Unit Commendation (MUC) * British Parachutist Badge * German Parachutist Badge * Canadian Parachutist Badge * Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (ARCAM) c. Amend item 14 (Military Education) to add: * Basic Airborne Course * Air Assault...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027324
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 Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law. _______ _ x_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027329
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of her husband's record to show he applied for retired pay at age 60 and he elected spouse coverage under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). The applicant provides: * an ARPC Form 249-E (Chronological Statement of Retirement Points), dated 4 December 2003 * her marriage certificate * the FSM's death certificate * the FSM's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027330
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge (UD). Subsequent to receiving this legal counsel, the applicant voluntarily requested 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-marital In his request for discharge, the applicant acknowledged that as a result of his request, he could receive an Undesirable Discharge Certificate; that he could...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027331
On 11 August 2007, he submitted a request to be transferred to the Retired Reserve and the State Retired List, effective 9 September 2007. The advisory official stated the applicant was discharged upon his request effective 9 September 2007 and his discharge was revoked. The available records do not show the applicant was on a promotion list when he voluntarily requested transfer to the Retired Reserve in 2007.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027332
Item 29 (Wounds Received as a Result of Action with Enemy Forces) of his DD Form 214 shows the entry "None." The available evidence shows: a. The new evidence the applicant provided indicates he showed a VA physician a military medical record which indicated he had no scars and tattoos, and a xeroxed medical record which indicated he had an old scratch on the "volar surface" of the left arm with secondary infection.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027333
The applicant requests a change of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was medically discharged with a narrative reason for separation of a medical condition. It further confirms that the applicant was only discharged after he underwent comprehensive medical evaluation and examination and it was determined the PTSD condition that resulted in his discharge was a pre-existing condition. The medical evidence of record and independent VA medical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027335
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, that his undesirable discharge (UD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge. In a letter, dated 11 July 1975, the National Headquarters, Selective Service System, Washington, DC, advised the Commander, Reserve Components Personnel and Administration Center, St. Louis, MO, that the applicant had been terminated from enrollment in the Reconciliation Service Program because he had not completed his required...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027339
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DA Form 199 (Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Proceedings), dated 14 April 2006, to show that his disability was combat-related. He submitted his DA Form 199, dated 14 April 2006, which shows in item 9 he was found to be physically unfit with a recommended combined disability rating of 50 percent (%) and that the applicant be placed on the temporary disability retired list (TDRL) with reexamination during October 2007. There is no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027343
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 12 May 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027343 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The evidence of record shows general orders awarded the applicant's units in Vietnam the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and the Navy Presidential Unit Citation during the periods he was assigned to the unit. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from item...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027344
Senators reconsideration of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) denial to add the Bronze Star Medal to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) with an effective date of 27 October 1970. Senators: * a statement from his son-in-law * a certificate for the award of the Bronze Star Medal * a citation for the award of the Bronze Star Medal CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. There are no orders or recommendations in his Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027349
The applicant's military record is not available to the Board for review. 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. The applicant's DD Form 214 confirms he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 by reason of fraudulent enlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027350
c. He was convicted by a court-martial and sentenced to confinement. The applicant provides: * General Court-Martial Order Number 4, dated 15 May 2008 * U.S. Military Court of Criminal Appeals notice and decision * U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces order * General Court-Martial Order 258, dated 20 November 2008 * DD Form 2707 (Confinement Order) * DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action - Duty Status) * DA Form 268 (Report to Suspend Favorable Personnel Actions (FLAG)) * DA Form 4430...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027351
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the entry "Sharpshooter (Rifle)" from Item 24 of the applicant's DD Form 214 and adding to item 24 of his DD Form 214 the: * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) * Meritorious Unit Commendation * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Republic of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027353
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 13 April 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027353 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The 2010 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), section 604 provided special authority to monetarily compensate Soldiers who were REFRAD and not able to use PDMRA during the period between PDMRA authorization by the Secretary of Defense on 19 January 2007, and publication of the Armys PDMRA implementation guidance on 18 August 2007. The evidence of record and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027357
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 2 June 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027357 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form 214 to add the following awards: * Combat Infantryman Badge * Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027375
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A review of the Army Human Resources Command, Military Awards Branch index of general orders failed to reveal orders awarding the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment the PUC during OIF. The evidence of record does not show the applicant's unit, the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, was awarded the PUC during his period of service in Iraq.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027376
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (MOVSM). The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected to show award of the MOVSM for his volunteer service in the ROK. Notwithstanding that there is no evidence of record showing the applicant's commander recommended him for award of the MOVSM, it is reasonable to believe that his departure from the ROK and subsequent service in Iraq hindered...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027378
The applicant states: a. his DD Form 214 does not reflect his second tour completed in Iraq; b. he served an additional 5 months and 17 days in Iraq from 13 December 2005 to 30 May 2006; and c. he was unable to review his DD Form 214 due to his hospitalization and medical treatment. As a result item 12f and 18 of his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this additional period of foreign service. The Board would normally consider adding this service to the applicant's military record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027382
The applicant requests correction of: a. item 11 (Primary Specialty Number, Title, and Years and Months in Specialty) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show she completed 3 years, 11 months, and 29 days in this specialty vice the 3 years and 8 months currently shown and b. item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) to show award of the Army Commendation Medal. Her DD Form 214 shows she completed 3...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027383
There is no evidence in the available records that shows the applicant was awarded the Purple Heart or was wounded as a result of hostile action during World War II. The evidence shows the applicant's records contain administrative errors which do not require action by the Board. Therefore, the Board requests that ARBA CMD administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by: * awarding him the Bronze Star Medal based upon award of the Combat Infantryman Badge * deleting the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027385
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 23 June 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027385 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, his records be corrected to show he elected Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) when he retired. The applicant states he and his wife received a one on one briefing on the SBP and were told SBP would cost him 50% (half) of his retired pay.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027392
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The previous ROP failed to discuss the applicant's request to appear before the Board. The applicant requested a personal appearance before the Board; however, there is sufficient evidence in the available record to fully consider this case, a formal hearing is not warranted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027394
Although more than one award of the Army Commendation Medal, Air Medal, or Bronze Star Medal may be made for heroism to the same person, only one V Device may be worn on these medals. In view of the circumstances in this case, there is insufficient evidence to have the Air Medal with "V" Device or Bronze Star Medal added to his May and December 1972 DD Forms 214. _______ _ __X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027397
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 December 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027397 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 | 20100027399
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. The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for partial relief.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027400
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his military records to show award of the Vietnam Service Medal and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960). There is no evidence in his military records that shows the applicant served in the RVN or provided direct support to the RVN 6. This medal was awarded by the Government of the RVN to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in the RVN during the period 1 March 1961 through 28 March 1973.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027402
` IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 December 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100027402 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 | 20100027411
The applicant requests that his general discharge be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge. On 2 February 1984, the applicant's commander notified him that he was initiating action to discharge him from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 9, due to alcohol abuse rehabilitation failure. There is no evidence in the available records to show he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027412
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 proper amount of time he served in the Republic of Vietnam. He states his record is in error because it does not show the Purple Heart he received while in Vietnam. This period of time is reflected in item 24c of his DD Form 214 and he has not provided any evidence showing this period is in error.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027415
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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 two Purple Hearts and the Silver Star. There are also no medical records in his Official Military Personnel File that show he was wounded due to hostile action in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027416
The applicant's Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) contains a DD Form 4 (Enlistment Contract - Armed Forces of the United States) prepared during his enlistment process. The instructions for completing Item 15 states to enter the beginning date of the continuous period of active duty for issuance of the DD Form 214, for which a DD Form 214 was not previously issued. The applicant's OMPF does not contain any documents and he did not provide any documents that shows a date of entry on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027417
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states that a review of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows that he is entitled to award of the CIB. The applicant has failed to show through the evidence of record and the evidence submitted with his application any evidence that supports award of the CIB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027419
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The CIB is not included in the list of earned awards contained in item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of his DA Form 20 and the applicant's Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) is void of orders or any other documents that indicate he was ever recommended for or awarded the CIB during his active duty tenure. The evidence of record is void of any orders or other documents that indicate the applicant was ever recommended...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027422
The applicant requests award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM), and correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show this award. Army Regulation 672-5-2 (Awards), in effect at the time, states the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. ____________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027423
The applicant's records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 19 February 1969 in the rank/grade of private/E-1 and he held military occupational specialty 94B (Cook). There are no orders in the applicant's record that show he was promoted to SGT/E-5. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The available evidence shows that at the time of discharge, on 18 February 1971, the applicant held the rank of SP4/E-4.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027424
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DD Form 4/1 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States) shows his HOR as Monona, WI. The evidence of record shows the applicants HOR as Monona, WI at the time of enlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100027426
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. As a result, a subsequent DD Form 458 was prepared preferring an additional charge against the applicant for violating Article 86 of the UCMJ by being AWOL from on or about 14 March to on or about 20 June 1977. As a result, his record of service did not support the issuance of an honorable or a general discharge by the separation authority at the time of his...