ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009013
The Public Affairs Plan provided by the applicant states the Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS) LTC, APL Board was held in September 2008. This Public Affairs Plan further provides that the effective date for promotion for an officer selected by the FY 08 ARNGUS LTC, APL Board will be the later of: (1) the approval date of the board or (2) the officer's date of assignment to a valid ARNG LTC position. He further stated that prior to the release of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009023
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 20 June 1979, his unit commander recommended approval of his request for discharge with the issuance of a UOTHC Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, states a general discharge was a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009024
The applicant states he was discharged from active duty on 11 June 1973 and served in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) from 12 June 1973 through 21 May 1990. However, there is no evidence in the available records and the applicant did not provide sufficient evidence which shows he completed the required qualifying service for the award of the AFRM. ______________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009025
The applicant provides the following documents in support of his application: * three character reference statements * memorandum, Subject: Recognition of Outstanding Performance, dated 2 May 1989 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. On 23 July 1991, the unit commander notified the applicant he was initiating action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 13, paragraph 13-2, for unsatisfactory performance. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009027
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during a qualifying 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 Conduct Medal (First Award) for the period 27 June 1986 through 30 March 1988 and b. adding to item 13 of his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009039
He wants an honorable discharge. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, specified a general discharge was a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. _______ _ _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 | 20100009041
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009042
His medical records are not available and there is no evidence in the available records to show that he was treated for wounds or injuries while in Vietnam. 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. 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 the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009044
He further states he was deployed to Iraq from August to December 2008 but item 12f of his DD Form 214 does not show his foreign service nor does his DD Form 214 show the actual dates he served in Iraq. Evidence of record shows the applicant entered active duty on 27 August 2007 and was discharged on 14 July 2009 which is 1 year, 10 months, and 18 days. However, evidence of record shows the applicant had 90 days lost time under Title 10 USC 972 from 15 April 2009 to 14 July 2009.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009046
On 1 July 1974, the applicant consulted with counsel and voluntarily requested a discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10 (Discharge for the Good of the Service). On 14 November 1974, the applicant consulted with counsel and voluntarily requested a discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Presidential Proclamation Number 4313, dated 16 September 1974. Thus, the evidence of record clearly shows...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009051
The applicant requests that the Drill Sergeant Identification Badge and all of the additional overseas awards that were approved after he retired be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The Republic of Korea War Service Medal was authorized for a period of service before the applicant entered active duty. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Drill Sergeant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009052
Based on his combat service in the Republic of Vietnam and subsequent award of the Purple Heart for combat wounds, it appears reasonable to believe that the applicant, who served in MOS 11B1P and in an infantry unit, was actively engaged with enemy ground forces when he encountered an enemy booby trap. General orders announced award of the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for the 2nd...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009054
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to a general discharge under honorable conditions. The applicant states, in effect, he does not believe his 10 years of good service with multiple awards were taken into consideration when he was issued the under other than honorable conditions discharge. He also acknowledged he understood that by requesting a discharge he was admitting guilt to the charges against him, or of a lesser included offense,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009056
The applicant requests correction of item 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show "disability" instead of "physical condition, not a disability." On 15 October 2003, his immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-17, by reason of other physical and/or mental medical conditions not compatible with military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009058
On 5 August 1974, 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 9 August 1974, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed that he be furnished an undesirable discharge. Accordingly, the applicant was discharged with an undesirable discharge on 22...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009063
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Counsel states, in effect, that Army Regulations require that Soldiers be processed through the PDES when there are medical conditions that prevent them from performing their duties. As a result, the Board recommends that all State Army National Guard and Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. voiding her 8 June 2009 discharge from the WAARNG due to ETS; b....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009064
The applicant provides the following documents: * Statement from his former platoon leader * Statement from a former platoon member * Letter from the U.S. Army Joint Services Records Research Center * DA Form 1594 (Daily Staff Journal or Duty Officer's Log) for 2nd Battalion, 5th Cavalry * Vietnam Combat Certificate * DA Form 1 (Morning Report) * DA Form 305-4 (Unit Manning Roster) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His record is void of any orders that show he was awarded the Purple Heart; his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009070
There are no service medical records in the available records. However, there is no evidence of record and the applicant provided no evidence which shows he was wounded 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009071
The applicant requests that her records be corrected to show she was promoted to the rank of first lieutenant (1LT). She goes on to state before she was promoted she was ordered to appear before a Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) and she was discharged before she could be promoted. The time in grade requirement for promotion to the rank of 1LT at that time was 12 months of active service in the rank of 2LT and the applicant had only served 6 months and 20 days as of the date of her discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009073
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 August 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100009073 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. 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 | 20100009077
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides the following documentary evidence in support of the Veteran's application: a. a letter from the applicant, dated 23 January 2010; b. photographs of the Veteran's Purple Heart and World War II service decorations and medals; c. a copy of the Veteran's WD AGO Form 53-55; d. excerpts from the Veteran's personal history compiled in 2004; and e. correspondence from the National...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009080
He maintains his inability to fly as a result of the airplane crash caused him to receive a less than honorable discharge. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 25 November 1986 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, misconduct - commission of a serious offense, with a characterization of service of general under honorable conditions. Additionally, paragraph 14-3 states that an under other than honorable discharge is normally appropriate for a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009082
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantryman Badge. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Personnel Record) shows in: a. item 38 (Record of Assignments) that his conduct and efficiency ratings were all "excellent"; b. item 39 (Campaigns) that he served in the Vietnam Counteroffensive campaign; and c. item 42 (Awards and Decorations) that his authorized awards were...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009083
Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Bronze Star Medal. His DD Form 214 shows that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal, but it does not show that he was awarded any bronze service stars to signify campaign participation credit. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009084
There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's military personnel records that shows he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal. A review of the applicant's military personnel records reveals that he may be authorized additional awards that are not shown on his DD Form 214: a. U.S. Army Training Center, Fort Campbell, KY, Special Orders Number 174, dated 11 July 1968, awarded the applicant the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle (M-14) Badge. As a result, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009085
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his service in Southwest Asia and associated medals and decorations. The evidence of record shows the applicant served in Southwest Asia during the Gulf War from 31 December 1990 to 12 April 1991. ___________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 | 20100009086
There are no orders in the applicant's military personnel record awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge. Further, the "Combat Infantryman Badge is not an award for being shot at or for undergoing the hazards of day to day combat.” This regulation also stated the Combat Infantryman Badge was authorized for award to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS and required that they must have served in active ground combat while assigned or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009087
However, his record contains a properly-constituted DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged on 21 July 1981 under the provisions of paragraph 14-33b of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), for misconduct (Frequent Involvement in Incidents of a Discreditable Nature with Civil or Military Authorities) in the rank/grade of private/E-1 with an under other than honorable conditions characterization of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009088
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009089
In regard to the award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, the evidence shows he was a rifleman serving in an infantry regiment. Based on his award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, he is also entitled to award of the Bronze Star Medal and correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 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 Combat Infantryman Badge and the Bronze Star Medal based upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009092
A Joint Alternate Service Board composed of military personnel would establish a period of alternate service of not more than 24 months that the individuals would perform. Both the Joint Board and Presidential Board were authorized to award a Clemency Discharge with the performance of alternate service. He was discharged pursuant to the sentence of a general court-martial and was issued a bad conduct discharge after the sentence was affirmed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009095
The opinion points out: * The applicant was considered but not selected by the 1996, 1997 (1996F2), and 1997 Captain, Department of the Army Reserve Components selection boards * These board were held in 1995, 1996, and 1997 calendar years * The reasons for the non-selection for the 1996 and 1996F2 boards are unknown because board deliberations are not a matter of record; however, in the applicant's case for these two boards, he was educationally qualified * The non-selection letters the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009098
The applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: a. item 31 (Foreign Service) that he served in the Republic of Vietnam from 20 April 1969 through 8 June 1970; b. item 38 (Record of Assignments) that he served in: (1) duty MOS 11B while assigned to Company A, 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division, from 30 April through 8 May 1969; (2) duty MOS 11B while assigned to Company D, 4th Battalion, 39th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division, from 9 May through 14 July...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009116
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted active Federal military service completed on or after 27 August 1940; for first award only, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; and, for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. The applicantÂ’s service records show he received conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009122
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. Therefore, he served a qualifying period of service for award of the Republic of Korea War Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. revoking General Orders Number 25, Headquarters, 11th Engineer...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009124
The applicant requests correction of his military records by voiding his U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) enlistment contract and transferring him to the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) to complete the remainder of his military service obligation. A DA Form 5435, dated 2 October 2009 and signed by the applicant, states in Section III-Qualifications that entitlement to receive the Selected Reserve MGIB under the provisions of 10 USC Chapter 1606, requires a Soldier to contract at least 6 years...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009128
The applicant requests his records be corrected to show he was retired by reason of physical disability from the United States Army Reserve (USAR) with entitlement to associated benefits. In addition to the FEDS-HEAL document, the applicant also provides the following: * 1991 Army National Guard Annual Retirement Points Statement * Multiple copies of his Body Fat Content Worksheets dated between 1999 and February 2006 * January 2000 statement of medical examination and duty status * January...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009130
There is no evidence in the available records to show the applicant was ever recommended for or awarded the BSM for his service in Vietnam. This is further supported by the fact that the applicant was awarded the ARCOM for meritorious service during his second tour in Vietnam which would preclude an award of the BSM for meritorious service during the same period as it would be a duplicate award for the same service. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009147
On 3 January 1989, the separation authority approved his request for discharge and directed his service be characterized as under other than honorable conditions. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate. Army Regulation 635-200 paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009155
The applicant requests an adjustment of his date of rank (DOR) to colonel (O-6) from 13 May 2008 to 9 December 2006 or 30 April 2007. The applicant states: * He was considered for promotion to pay grade O-6 by the 2006 U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) Colonel Promotion Board which convened on 11 July 2006 * A letter from the Human Resources Command (HRC), dated 24 October 2006, shows he was not selected by the board * His 2006 promotion file contained a substantive inaccuracy with one of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009156
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). It states the DD Form 214 is prepared for all Soldiers at the time of their discharge, retirement, or release from the Active Army. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to his DD Form 214, Block 14: * UH-60 Helicopter Repairer Supervisor Course, 12 weeks, 1991 * Primary Leadership Development Course, 4 weeks,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009160
On 14 June 1989, the applicant requested discharge under the provisions of paragraph 16-5(b) of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations). His request for discharge was approved and he was discharged on 9 August 1989 by reason of a locally-imposed bar to reenlistment. The applicant's service medical records were not available for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009164
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device and First Oak Leaf Cluster and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Although wear of multiple awards of this unit citation is not authorized, official military personnel and historical records will indicate all awards received. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009169
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The commander recommended that the applicant be issued a GOMOR and that it be placed in his unit file or the restricted portion of his OMPF. Therefore, while there is no evidence that the GOMOR was issued in error, which would warrant removing it from his OMPF, the Board recommends that the requested relief of transferring the GOMOR to his restricted file be granted based upon intent served.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009178
The applicant requests that his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to honorable. 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 discharge under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, indicates he voluntarily requested discharge in lieu of a trial by court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009184
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. The evidence clearly shows that the applicant was awarded an infantryman military occupational specialty and was assigned to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size. _______ _ 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 | 20100009202
The applicant's military record shows that upon completion of 4 years and 19 days prior active Reserve Component service, he enlisted in the Regular Army on 3 October 1986. However, the record does contain a properly-constituted DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), in lieu of trial by court martial. This document confirms the applicant was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009208
The applicant, the spouse of the former service member (FSM), requests the FSM's undesirable discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. This decision states the VA determined the FSM's military service for the period 10 January 1969 through 13 April 1971 was "HONORABLE FOR VA PURPOSES. While the VA acting under its regulatory authority determined it would provide healthcare benefits to the FSM for a period of his service it determined was honorable, the FSM's record shows he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009209
On 5 September 1979, the applicant's commander notified the applicant that he was initiating action to discharge him from the U.S. Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 9 (Separation for Alcohol or Other Drug Abuse), with an Honorable Discharge Certificate. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for correction of the character of service of his discharge within its 15-year statute of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100009224
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. After reviewing all of the available evidence in his case, the ADRB determined his discharge was both proper and equitable under the circumstances and voted unanimously to deny his request for an upgrade of his discharge on 17 January 2007.