ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024909
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 10 July 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110024909 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Furthermore, his records show he was discharged after being convicted by a general court-martial. Conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which he was convicted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024910
The applicant requests his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge (HD). On 27 December 1989, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200 and directed the issuance of a discharge UOTHC. The applicant's request that his discharge be upgraded to an HD was carefully considered and it was determined that there is insufficient evidence to support this request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024912
A review of his military personnel records revealed the majority of the documents indicate the sixth digit of his SSN as "8," such as: * DA Form 41 (Record of Emergency Data) * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) * DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request) * Unit Orders Number 25, dated 12 April 1968 4. The majority of the documents in the applicant's service record and his social security card show the sixth digit of his SSN as "8." As a result, the Board recommends that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024913
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the: * Vietnam Service Medal with two or three bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * All U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) decorations * All decorations awarded to his unit in Vietnam, including the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024917
On 1 July 1975, the appropriate authority approved the recommendation that the applicant be discharged from the service because of conviction by a civil court under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 and directed that the applicant be issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. Based on the foregoing, there is an insufficient basis to upgrade the applicant's discharge to an honorable discharge or to a general discharge under honorable conditions. _______ _ _x______...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024918
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) prescribes Army policy, criteria, and administrative instructions concerning individual and unit military awards. There is no evidence of record and the applicant has not provided any documentary evidence showing he deployed to Panama in support of Operation Just Cause.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024922
The applicant requests his discharge be upgraded to a general discharge (GD). Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge UOTHC is normally considered appropriate. _______ _ 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 | CY2011 | 20110024923
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 18 July 1966 to show: * two foreign service tours in Korea and a foreign service tour in Germany * award of the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (Carbine), Korea Defense Service Medal, and two awards of the Army Good Conduct Medal 2. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024927
The applicant requests the following awards be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with separation date of 8 July 2009: * Combat Infantryman Badge * Army Commendation Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Iraq Campaign Medal * Global War on Terrorism Service Medal * Army Service Ribbon * Presidential Unit Citation (Army) * Meritorious Unit Commendation (Army) 2. It would also be appropriate as a related issue to correct item 12f of his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024930
All documents and orders contained in the applicants Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) contain the SSN that he claims is incorrect. The applicant provides an SSN card he claims is now his correct SSN and is different than the one listed throughout his military records. The applicant's request that his record and DD Form 214 be corrected to reflect the SSN contained on his SSN card has been carefully considered.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024932
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his award of the: * Overseas Service Ribbon * Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal 2. The applicant's record is void of any evidence and he has not provided any evidence which shows that he performed any additional oversea service. Evidence shows he completed a qualifying period of service for award of the Overseas Service Ribbon during his tour of duty in Germany from 17 July...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024934
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). In connection with his induction into the Army of the United States (AUS) the applicant completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) wherein he listed his DOB as x Oxxxxxx 1941. __________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 | CY2011 | 20110024936
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge. There is no evidence of record and he did not provide any evidence that shows he qualified with any assigned weapons.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024937
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 14 June 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110024937 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His records do not contain official orders showing he was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the following awards to his DD Form 214 for the period ending 31 May 1980: * Meritorious Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024939
The applicant requests correction of his records to reflect his full name without the suffix "Jr." 2. His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) which was created upon his entry on active duty listed his full name with the suffix "Jr." He authenticated this form at a later date by placing his signature in the appropriate item using this name and the suffix "Jr." 4. The full name he used, including the suffix, is consistent with the full name on all official military records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024942
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 March 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110024942 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests adjustment of his Federal recognition order for promotion to chief warrant officer five (CW5) from 11 August 2011 to 15 February 2011, the date he was eligible for promotion. The applicant provides: * Joint Force Headquarters, Kansas Orders 021-719, dated 21 January 2011 * NGB Special Orders Number 188 AR, dated 16 August 2011 * NGB memorandum dated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024945
Prior to his enlistment in the Regular Army, the applicant completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) wherein he listed "P____EN" as the spelling of his last name and he authenticated this form with his signature using the spelling "P____EN." His DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record Armed Forces of the United States) shows the spelling of his last name as "P____EN." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024948
The Vietnam Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. The applicant's excellent conduct and efficiency ratings, offense-free record, wartime service, and personal decorations are sufficient to support award of the Army Good Conduct 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 | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024950
However, his DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 20 January 1975 under the provisions of Presidential Proclamation 4313 with a character of service of under other than honorable conditions and issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. The evidence indicates the applicant completed 11 months of alternate service under the provisions of Presidential Proclamation 4313 and was issued a Clemency Discharge. _____________x____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024957
Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show these training courses. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Sapper Badge and adding this badge to item 13 of his DD Form 214; and b. adding the following training to item 14 of the individuals DD Form 214: * Air Assault School, 1 week, 1980 * Airborne Course, 3 weeks, 1989 2. As a result, the Board recommends denial of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024960
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 31 July 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110024960 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests to add the following awards and decorations to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge): * Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) * United Nations Service Medal (UNSM) * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14) 2. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024962
The applicant requests the removal of a general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR) from his official military personnel file (OMPF) or transfer of the GOMOR to the restricted section of his OMPF. In the GOMOR issued by Brigadier General (BG) BWM, the general stated no risk assessment and no pre-combat inspections were done but the Army Regulation 15-6 (Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers) and the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID) investigations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024964
The applicant states he was discharged from the Puerto Rico Army National Guard (PRARNG) and transferred to the Retired Reserve because of a permanent profile by a Fitness For Duty Determination Board (FFDDB). Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation) establishes the Army Physical Disability Evaluation System (PDES) and sets forth policies, responsibilities, and procedures that govern the evaluation for physical fitness of Soldiers who may be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024966
Counsel provides copies of: * a five-page statement * correspondence from The Adjutant General, Joint Force Headquarters Alaska * the applicant's Officer Record Brief (ORB) * the applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 August 1995 * a list of Separation Program Designator Codes * orders * Title 10, U.S. Code, (10 USC) Sections 628, 688, and 688a * Department of Defense (DOD) Directive Number 1352.1, subject: Management and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024967
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show he was granted a secretarial waiver to receive basic allowance for housing (BAH) based on his dependent's location, Korea, instead of his duty station, Fort Irwin, CA. The applicant provides: * a copy of his permanent change of station (PCS) orders to Camp Casey, Korea with a report date of 30 July 2008 * a copy of his PCS orders to Weed Army Community Hospital, Warrior Transition Unit (WTU), Fort Irwin, CA with a report date...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024968
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty ) be corrected to show his service in Kosovo and his Army Commendation Medal. The recommendation for the applicant's Army Commendation Medal served in the former Yugoslav province of Kosovo. Awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 13 March 1998 - 12 March 2001; b. adding to the authorized awards shown in his DD Form 214 the Army Good Conduct Medal (First Award) and Kosovo Campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024969
He goes on to state that he served honorably, was promoted to the pay grade of E-6, has completed his degree in Nursing, and on 4 March 2011 he was notified that his service was being voided because he was erroneously transferred to the USAR at the time of discharge. Although the applicant was erroneously transferred to the USAR, the fact of the matter is that he continued to serve honorably and advanced in grade as a result of his service. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024970
The applicant requests that the date of birth shown on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to 19 June 1962. The applicant provides copies of the DD Form 214 and his current driver's license showing his date of birth as 19 June 1962. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting the date of birth recorded on his 2 March 1988 DD Form 214 to read "19 June 1962."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024974
The applicant requests, in effect, removal of his initial enlistment urinalysis (UA) results at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and allied documents from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). The commander stated in the MFR that the applicant was requesting the expungement of his failed UA at MEPS from his OMPF so he can further his career in the U.S. Army. The commander recommended the applicant's initial enlistment medical records stating he had a failed UA be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024977
The applicant states his DOR and effective date to CW3 should be adjusted based on State Promotion (Orders Number 230-002, dated 18 August 2011), which is the date the Federal Recognition Board (FRB) approved his promotion. He also states: * Prior to enactment of the 2011 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Army National Guard (ARNG) officers were promoted by the Chief, National Guard Bureau (NGB) * After the 2011 NDAA, the authority was elevated from the Secretary of the service to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024979
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his reentry eligibility (RE) code and separation program designator (SPD) code so that he may be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). Army regulations provide 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. These individuals can best advise a former service member as to the needs of the service at the time and process...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024981
He was honorably released from active duty in the rank of specialist on 26 October 2001 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 4, for completion of required active service after completing 7 years, 5 months, and 9 days of creditable active Federal service. This table states that an RE code of "3" will be assigned when a Soldier's record indicates (for the current enlistment period) the individual is ineligible for or was otherwise denied immediate...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024982
He indicated he was concerned about the applicant's mental history and advised: a. the applicant should be referred to an MEB for a medical separation; b. based on the mental status evaluation, the applicant suffered from PTSD and as such it seemed prudent to exhaust medical channels prior to administrative separation; and c. When the medical treatment facility commander or attending medical officer determines that a Soldier being processed for administrative separation under chapters 7, 14,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024984
A DD Form 1407 (Dependent Medical Care and DD Form 1173 Statement), dated 24 January 1972, shows his rank as E-4. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The available evidence shows he was appointed to the rank/grade of SP4/E-4 effective 4 May 1971, more than 8 months prior to his release from active duty. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his rank/grade as SP4/E-4.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024985
A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any evidence that he submitted an application to transfer his educational benefits to his daughter or any other family member. He confirms that the applicant's last day in service as a member of the ARNG was 14 October 2010. c. The advisory official notes the applicant was eligible to transfer benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability program, but he did not complete a request to transfer benefits on the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024987
The applicant requests his home of record be changed from an address in Bronx, NY to an address in Great Falls, MT. There is no authority to change the HOR as officially recorded at time of entry into the military service. The home of record address upon enlistment is designated by the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024991
The applicant requests, in effect, upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. The applicant's request that his discharge be upgraded so he can obtain benefits was carefully considered and it was determined that 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 Correction of Military Records in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110024997
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Afghanistan Campaign Medal (ACM) in lieu of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM). Upon application, any such service member may be awarded the ACM in lieu of the GWOTEM for such service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting the GWOTEM from his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025000
The applicant requests correction of his promotion date and Federal recognition date for chief warrant officer two (CW2) to 15 December 2010 with all pay and allowances due as a result of this correction. He graduated from the warrant officer basic course (WOBC) on 14 December 2010 and the state of Texas did not process his Federal recognition packet until 20 January 2011 resulting in his promotion being delayed until 16 August 2011. b. His military records show he was appointed in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025008
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 18 July 1948 instead of 18 July 1947. This DOB is consistent with several documents in his service record throughout his military service as a warrant officer. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20110025008 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20110025008 2 ARMY BOARD FOR...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025009
e. The Board stated that "evidence shows he 'requested' to be discharged." His commander further stated that based on the permanent profile and his discussion with the applicant he was requesting the applicant be medically separated from the military. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states: a.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025011
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's request for a change of her narrative reason for discharge and correction of her record to show her disqualifying medical condition was aggravated by active service has been carefully considered. The applicant concurred with the MEB's findings and recommendations, voluntarily waived consideration of her case by a PEB, and requested discharge by reason of an EPTS condition.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025012
He states his non-selection for promotion to LTC was based on the Army failing to account for his prior active duty service with the Coast Guard on his Officer Record Brief (ORB). c. He further stated that the decision to recommend an officer for promotion was based on the selection board's collective judgment as to the relative merit of an officer's overall record when compared to the records of other officers being considered. The applicant has provided no evidence nor did he state in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025018
The applicant requests correction of his record to show he received a medical discharge. A DD Form 2808 (Report of Medical Examination) completed on the same date shows a physician determined that he was qualified for service. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for correction of his record to show he received a medical discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025024
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his deployment to South Korea for Exercise Team Spirit from March to April 1983. Additionally, the evidence of record does not show and he has not provided any evidence to show he participated in the exercise for 45 days or more to qualify for a permanent entry of overseas credit. While there were no provisions for entering short-term deployments for training exercises on the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025027
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The specific facts and circumstances leading to his discharge are not available for review; however, the applicant's DD Form 214 shows the following: * a service component of the ARNG * active duty service from 17 October 1990 through 5 April 1991 * a pen and ink change showing service from 19 October 1990 through 14 May 1991 * no prior active or inactive service * he was ordered to active duty in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025029
The applicant requests his undesirable discharge (UD) be upgraded to a general discharge (GD) under honorable conditions. A copy of his civil arrest record is not available for review; however, his DA Form 20 shows he was convicted of armed robbery by a civilian court and was sentenced to 5 years of probation and 6 months of civil confinement. The applicant's service in Vietnam, mental health conditions, and substance abuse have been carefully considered as well as the information provided...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025030
The applicant requests that his award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) and all other unit awards authorized be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). After carefully examining the applicant's record of service, it appears the applicant should have received the first award of the AGCM for his service from 15 September 1966 through 12 September 1969. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025032
The applicant requests correction of the narrative reason for his discharge from Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separation), paragraph 5-9, to medical discharge. Chapter 5 provides that Soldiers who are not medically qualified under procurement medical fitness standards when accepted for enlistment, or who became medically disqualified under these standards prior to entry on active duty, active duty for training, or initial entry training will be separated. A medical proceeding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025034
The applicant requests a personal hearing and that the following errors or injustices in his record be corrected. He contends: * the period covered is inaccurate and inconsistent, there was no published rating scheme, no timely counseling, and no discussion of objectives or duties * he received his copy of the contested OER without the rating officials signatures after he received the Relief for Cause (RFC) OER * the OER was not processed at the Army Personnel Center (ARPERCEN) within 90...