ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013040
The applicant requests his military records be corrected by canceling his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) election for spouse coverage. The applicant states: * He nor his wife wishes to be covered by the SBP * he assumed after being retired for 43 years and having lost his first wife the SBP no longer applied * he is a retired lieutenant colonel (LTC) who retired in October 1967 and elected to participate in the SBP with spouse coverage * his first wife died in 2001, he was 81 years old at the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013041
To be eligible for the bonus he was required to enlist for 6 years and become MOS qualified (MOSQ) within 24 months of his enlistment. On 25 January 2010, by memorandum, the Chief, Education, Incentives, and Employment Division, National Guard Bureau (NGB), denied the applicant's request for an exception to policy to allow him to receive his $15,000 bonus because he was not MOSQ at the time of enlistment and the MOS in which he enlisted was not a critical skill for the State at the time. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013044
The applicant requests payment of an Officer Accession Bonus (OAB) in the amount of $10,000.00 in connection with his oath of office in the Connecticut Army National Guard (CTARNG). Title 37, U.S. Code, section 308j(b), states the Secretary concerned may pay an accession bonus under this section to an eligible person who enters into an agreement with the Secretary to (a) accept an appointment as an officer in the Armed Forces, and (b) to serve in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013046
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. According to the NARSUM, the applicant stated he was unable to perform the duties of his MOS which require being out in the field and wearing a Kevlar helmet, as well as riding in field vehicles over rough terrain which increases the upper back and lower neck pain. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1203, provides for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013047
His military record is not available to the Board for review. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. _______ _ 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 | 20100013048
On 21 September 1972, the FSM elected SBP spouse coverage for the applicant. The applicant requests, in effect, that the records of her deceased former spouse, a FSM, be corrected to show he changed his category of participation in the SBP from spouse to former spouse coverage. The evidence of record clearly shows the divorce decree between the applicant and the FSM did not contain any provisions directing the FSM to provide SBP benefits to the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013049
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. On 14 June 1983, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his discharge. The applicant contends he was young in both mind and body when he enlisted; however, the evidence of record shows he was 20 years of age at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013051
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. There is no indication he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant provides a self-authored statement, dated 17 January 2002, wherein he states the following: * While on active duty he received a P3 profile which stated no handling of weapons, no field duty, and no lifting over 25 pounds * His first sergeant gave him an order that would...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013053
It shows: * On 26 April 2007, she was selected for promotion by the RCSB * On 18 March 2008, she was appointed in the ARNG * On 8 June 2008, her Federal recognition packet was uploaded * On 10 June 2008, an NGB official confirmed her eligibility * On 11 June 2008, her promotion packet was submitted to MIARNG * On an unknown date, her initial Federal recognition packet was rejected * On 10 February 2009, additional documents were provided regarding her Federal recognition * On 8 July 2009,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013055
The applicant requests, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) dated 28 February 2006 to show he was awarded: * Armed Forces Service Medal * Humanitarian Service Medal (Third Award) * Army Meritorious Service Medal (Second and Third Award) 2. 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 dated 28 February 2006 to show he is authorized: * Humanitarian...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013056
His ARNG Retirement Points History Statement, dated 13 March 2007, shows he completed 20 years of qualifying service for a nonregular retirement. On 25 March 2010, his ARNG Retirement Points History Statement was corrected to show he had a non-military civilian break and credited him with 19 years, 7 months, and 14 days of creditable service for retirement pay. Therefore, the ARNG Retirement Points History Statement, dated 25 March 2010, correctly shows his status and his qualifying service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013058
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his social security number (SSN) as "XXX-X2-XXXX" instead of "XXX-X9-XXXX." However, having listed the correct SSN at the time of his enlistment, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show that same SSN at the time of separation. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 3...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013059
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013060
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show that he had a break in service of more than 24 hours. The applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214; DD Form 4 (Enlistment Document), dated 19 August 2004; DD Form 3340 (Request for Reenlistment or Extension in the Regular Army), dated 19 August 2004; and DA Form 3286 (Statements for Enlistment), dated 19 August 2004. The evidence of record clearly shows the applicant immediately reenlisted in the Regular Army without a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013061
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. He provides: * two DA Forms 4187 (Personnel Action) * DA Form 3355-1-R (U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) Promotion Point Worksheet) * DA Form 1610 (Request and Authorization for TDY [Temporary Duty] Travel of DOD [Department of Defense] Personnel) * DA Form 31 (Request and Authority for Leave) * assignment orders, dated 11 July 2003 * DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings Under Article 15, UCMJ) * DA Form 2823 (Sworn Statement) * three memoranda *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013065
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show he was authorized 2 Overseas Service Bars and an additional 2 bronze service stars to be affixed to his already authorized Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM). One overseas service bar is authorized for each 6month period of Federal service as a member of a U.S. Service participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the CENTCOM area of operations, or under the control of the Combatant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013067
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 33 (Decorations and Citations) on his WD AGO Form 53-55 shows 3 Overseas Service Bars, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars, Army Good Conduct Medal, Purple Heart, and the World War II Victory Medal as authorized awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. posthumously awarding the FSM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013069
The applicant requests, in effect, his discharge date be corrected to show 30 November 1990 and his twice nonselection for promotion to Major be expunged from his record. The applicant requests, in effect, his discharge date be corrected to show 30 November 1990 and his twice nonselection for promotion to Major be expunged from his record. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army Records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing his November 1990...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013070
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) be corrected to show the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant's contention that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award of the CIB was carefully considered; however, there is insufficient evidence to support this request. _______ _ __X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013071
Orders for the award of the Purple Heart should have been issued by the 106th General Hospital. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence in this case to award the applicant the Purple Heart for wounds received on 16 February 1967 in the Republic of Vietnam. The Board also recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 24 of the applicant's DD Form 214 with an effective date of 11 April 1970 to add the: * Bronze Star Medal *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013072
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of 19D (Calvary Scout) as a secondary military occupational specialty (MOS) and to add the following awards: * Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) * Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) * Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB) * Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) * Armed Forces Reserve Medal (AFRM) 2. The applicant states: a. he is a former member of the Regular Army, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013073
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 the: * Purple Heart * Combat Action Badge * Red bar or red ribbon [properly known as the Meritorious Unit Commendation] with oak leaf cluster * Presidential Unit Citation 2. His records show he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013074
The applicant contends that his records should be corrected to show he was promoted to CPT (O-3) in the ARNGUS effective and with a DOR of either 15 August 2006 or 23 January 2007 because he was eligible for promotion and his promotion packet was delayed through no fault of his own. The evidence of record also shows that other officers who were recommended for promotion at the very same time as the applicant were granted Federal recognition and promoted effective 23 January 2007. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013075
The applicant requests correction of item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show his SSN as "xxx-xx-5002" instead of "xxx-xx-4002." Item 3 of his DD Form 214 shows the entry "xxx-xx-4002." Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as "xxx-xx-5002."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013076
The applicant requests reinstatement to active duty for medical treatment and evaluation by a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) for lymphoma. He states he was discharged without an evaluation of his severe medical diagnosis of lymphoma. d. A definitive diagnosis was not established by 31 January 2010 as the applicant was in the process of a full evaluation for lymphoma.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013078
The applicant requests Item 12b (Separation Date) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 31 May 2006 be corrected to read 2006 07 19 (2006 July 19) instead of 2006 05 31 (2006 May 31), thereby voiding his debt. Army Regulation 635-5 (Separation Documents) states the beginning date of the continuous period of active duty for which the DD Form 214 is being issued is to be entered in item 12a of the DD Form 214 and the date of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013080
On 22 March 2001, the applicant's commander recommended the applicant be discharged for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 26 April 1991, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of court-martial and directed issuance of an under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013085
The applicant provides copies of: * a 5 January 2005 memorandum from the applicant requesting CSRB * a 20 January 2007 memorandum from his commander recommending the applicant's approval for retirement with full CSRB benefits * a 29 August 2008 letter from the applicant to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) * a 24 February 2009 letter from DFAS to the applicant * a 11 February 2010 letter from DFAS to a Member of Congress * his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release of Discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013087
The applicant now provides what he claims is new evidence by consolidating flight records and other documents already available to the Board during its original review into a 37-page reconsideration request that also includes MTOE/TDA information the Board suggested he pursue. On 4 April 2008, the applicant requested the support of the Director, Army Aviation Task Force, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff G3/5/7 to receive the TOFDC necessary to qualify for his 18-year gate. He further...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013088
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 10 June 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100013088 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states he was discharged from active duty and was not given the opportunity to use the PDMRA days that he earned and was entitled to. As a result, the Board recommends that the Army National Guard records and the Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing that he is authorized to use 50 days of PDMRA and receive all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013090
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 21 December 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100013090 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The available records do not show that the applicant ever petitioned the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. His records show he was discharged with a BCD as a result of a duly reviewed and affirmed special court-martial conviction and he has provided no evidence to show the type of discharge he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013092
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 19 April 1995 to show in: * Item 12d (Total Prior Active Service) the entry "0000 06 20" instead of 0000 00 00 * Item 12e (Total Prior Inactive Service) the entry "0000 03 11" instead of 0000 00 00 2. It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement or discharge. The applicants DD Form 214 for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013093
The applicant requests reconsideration of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) decision denying him award of the Combat Infantryman Badge because he didn't have an infantry military occupational specialty (MOS). The applicant contends his MOS is incorrectly reflected in his military personnel records and he should have been awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. His DD Form 20 does not show him being awarded the MOS of 11B.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013095
The applicant's military record contains only three references to an SSN. This number should therefore have been the number recorded on the DD Form 214 and it is appropriate to correct this error. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the SSN "XX3-XX-4080" on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013098
The evidence of record confirms the applicant served under the same last name of B---------d from 24 February 1976 when her last name changed by reason of marriage, through 1 April 1987 when she divorced and elected not to change her last name, until she retired from active duty on 30 April 1997 under the same last name. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document along with her application and the supporting evidence she provided, which confirms her current full name,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013103
The applicant requests correction to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Separation or Discharge) to show the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Air Medal and his service in the Republic of Vietnam. Records show the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. 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 for his period of service from 13 May 1969...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013104
The applicant requests: * An upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to an honorable discharge * Reinstatement on active duty * Restoration of his rank to staff sergeant (E-6) * Back pay and allowances 2. However, he does not submit orders or a DD Form 214 and neither of these documents are contained in his official record. However, there is no evidence in the available record, nor has the applicant submitted any evidence showing that he was actually discharged under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013107
The application for annuity shows that on 1 March 2000 the applicant applied for SBP annuity payments. The evidence of record shows the FSM elected SBP coverage for spouse and children at the time of his retirement on 30 November 1988 and continued to pay SBP premiums until his death. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing the applicant applied for an annuity under the SBP on 1 March 2000 and that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013110
The applicant requests to be awarded the following awards: * Scuba Diver Badge (Renamed as the Special Operations Diver Badge) * Turkish Commando Badge * Military Assistance Command - Vietnam (MACV) Presidential Unit Citation * Cold War Certificate 2. The applicant contends he should be awarded the Special Operations Diver Badge, Turkish Commando Badge, MACV - SOG Presidential Unit Citation, and the Cold War Certificate. Additionally, the Turkish Commando Badge is neither listed as an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013112
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 26 October 2010 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20100013112 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 December 1990 to reflect award of the: * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) * two awards of the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) 2. _______ _X _______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013113
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The results of the x-rays are not present in the available records; however, the applicant was returned to duty on 28 September 1950. He had served 3 years, 2 months and 2 days of total active service and his DD Form 214 issued at the time of his discharge shows that he was awarded the Combat Medical Badge, the Korean Service Medal with one silver service star, and the United Nations Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013114
The applicant requests upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to a general discharge. He was charged with one specification of being AWOL from on or about 20 March 1984 to on or about 26 June 1984. There is no evidence of record and the applicant did not provide any evidence that a chaplain told him his discharge would be upgraded to honorable in 90 days after his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013115
On 10 September 1999, by memorandum, WAARNG issued the FSM a Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-year letter). Enclosed with this letter was a DD Form 1883 (Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Election Certificate) which notified the FSM that he was entitled to participate in the RCSBP and that "by law" he had only 90 calendar days from the date he received this letter to submit his SBP Election Certificate. In a self-authored statement, the applicant states, in effect: * Her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013116
The applicant requests, in effect, his last name be corrected in item 1 (Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial) on his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation); his grade be corrected to show technician fourth grade instead of private in item 3 (Grade); and item 31 (Military Qualification and Date) be corrected to show a marksmanship badge for the .50 caliber machine gun. His WD AGO Form 53-55 shows he was a private at the time of his discharge on 30 November 1945. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013119
On 20 April 1989, he was notified by his unit commander of a pending action to separate him from active duty under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 9, by reason of drug abuse rehabilitation failure. Army Regulation 635-200 further states, in pertinent part, 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. Those individuals can...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013120
The applicant provides copies of: * three personal references * two employer references * a Georgia Work Ready Certificate * 21 pages from his military personnel records jacket * a police record check from St. Mary's Police Department, St. Mary's, GA, indicating no record * 12 forms requesting drug screening tests * seven drug screening test results showing he tested negative for drugs CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. On an unknown date, a new action by a new convening authority found the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013121
The applicants record shows he originally enlisted in the Regular Army on 9 January 1963 and he was honorably discharged on 21 April 1964 after completing 1 year, 3 months, and 13 days of service. On 21 November 1973, the applicant consulted with counsel and requested a discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013122
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the KDSM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. The FSM was awarded the VSM, and his records show he participated in four campaigns while serving in Vietnam. The evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the KSM, but does not show he received campaign credit for service in Korea.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013123
ARMY | BCMR | CY2010 | 20100013124
The applicant requests removal of the DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings Under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)) he received on or about 7 May 2009 from his official military personnel file (OMPF). It states application for removal of a DA Form 2627 from a Soldier's OMPF based on an error or injustice will be made to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR). ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20100013124 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY...