ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025249
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, his Standard Form (SF) 89 (Report of Medical History) and SF 88 (Report of Medical Examination) be corrected to show his "trick knee," other ailments, and his actual separation date in order for him to qualify for Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits. The applicant provides: * self-authored statements * SF 89, dated 20 October 1967 * SF 86, dated 20 October 1967 * self-authored letter to the VA,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025250
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 August 1991 to show his combat service and a combat specialty. His DD Form 214 for this period of service shows in: * Item 11 (Primary Specialty (List number, title, and years and months in specialty. His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) shows in: * Item 5 (Overseas Service) he served in Saudi Arabia from 4 November 1990 to 22 July 1991 * Item 17...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025255
On 8 November 1984, the applicant agreed with the MEB's findings and recommendation, indicated he did not desire to continue on active duty, and requested expeditious discharge from the Army for physical disability. The DD Form 214 he was issued shows he was honorably discharged under the provisions of chapter 5, Army Regulation 635-40, by reason of physical disability prior to entry on active duty medical board. The applicant's narrative reason for separation includes disability, which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025257
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 19 June 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110025257 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The evidence of record confirms the applicant provided his correct SSN at the time of his enlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025259
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the NATO Medal and the Army Good Conduct Medal. The applicant states he was awarded the NATO Medal for a deployment in Afghanistan and the Army Good Conduct Medal for 3 years of honorable service. 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 the: * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025261
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM), Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM), and the Overseas Service Ribbon. The evidence of record shows he served in the Republic of Korea from on or about 8 December 1999 to on or about 27 July 2002; a qualifying period of service for award of the KDSM, which is not shown on his DD Form 214; therefore, he is entitled to correction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025262
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). However, his available record, Vietnam casualty listing, and ADCARS does not provide any evidence that shows he was wounded during his period of service in the Republic of Vietnam. _________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 | 20110025263
On 7 May 1971, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, with the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. The applicant's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) shows he was discharged on 18 May 1971 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial with the issuance of an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025265
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 12 July 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110025265 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Accordingly, on 18 March 1975, the applicant was discharged with an under other than honorable conditions characterization of service and given a Bad Conduct Discharge Certificate. When authorized, it was issued to a Soldier whose military record was satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025268
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: * according to Executive Order 8809, any active duty Soldier who completes 3 consecutive years of honorable service and who did not receive nonjudicial punishment (NJP) under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) will be awarded this medal * he completed over 3 years of honorable service, but he was not awarded this medal * 5 days after his 3-year mark, he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110025270
The applicant requests his DD Forms 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge) be corrected by documenting his first period of service in Iraq and adding the Army Achievement Medal (AAM). The evidence of record confirms the DD Form 214 issued to the applicant on 3 January 2004 did not document his Iraq service in item 12f or item 18. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct this DD Form 214 accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000007
On 18 February 1975, the separation authority approved the applicants request for discharge and directed that he receive an under other than honorable conditions discharge (UOTHC). On 29 January 1987, the applicant was informed his application to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge was denied. __________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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000008
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. His military records do not contain any documents that list his DOB as "18 August 1945." The evidence of record shows upon the applicant's enlistment in the Regular Army, his DOB was listed as "19 August 1945."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000016
Item 33 (Appointments and Reductions) of his DA Form 20 shows: * he was promoted to private first class/E-3, on 7 May 1971, by the authority of Special Orders Number 7, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Signal School, Fort Gordon, GA * he was promoted to specialist four (SP4)/E-4, on 29 March 1972, by the authority of Unit Orders Number 14, issued by Company A, 11th Signal Battalion 4. The evidence of record shows the applicant was promoted to SP4/E-4 on 29 March 1972. ABCMR Record of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000031
The applicant states: * according to her calculation, she was not awarded the correct amount of constructive credit when she came on active duty Army on 7 January 2011 * she believes she was not awarded the maximum constructive credits for her education (Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees) * she had 12 years of experience as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse prior to becoming a CRNA * she has 8 years of time in grade as a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000074
The applicant states while serving in Vietnam, he came under mortar and rocket attack and was injured. The applicant provides: * a VA rating decision * a DA Form 8-274 (Medical Condition Physical Profile Record), dated 22 March 1968 * a DA Form 8-274 (Medical Condition Physical Profile Record), dated 26 June 1968 * a statement, dated 11 November 1968 for replacement of government issue items lost in a 27 September 1968 mortar and rocket attack CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000097
The applicant requests upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. On 13 September 1972, after consulting with legal counsel, the applicant voluntarily requested discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Personnel Separations), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. The evidence of record further shows the applicant received NJP for being AWOL and that he was pending a court-martial charge for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000131
A Morning Report, dated 18 April 1944, shows a status change from "duty to AWOL on 6 April 1944" the FSM and a Private D.T.H. A Morning Report, dated 20 May 1944, shows a status change from AWOL to DFR for the FSM and Private D.T.H. A Morning Report, dated 12 June 1944, shows a status change for Private D.T.H.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000144
On 26 October 1960, the convening authority approved a lesser sentence of confinement at hard labor for 18 months, a forfeiture of $40.00 pay per month for 18 months, and a bad conduct discharge and except for the bad conduct discharge, he ordered it executed. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law. His conviction and discharge were effected in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000154
Item 31 (Foreign Service) of his DA Form 20 shows he served in the U.S. Army Pacific (Japan) from 1 August 1966 to 28 September 1967. Chapter 2 of the regulation in effect at the time contained guidance on the preparation of the DD Form 214 and stated that item 18f shows the total active duty outside the continental limits of the United States for the period covered by the DD Form 214 and the last overseas theater service was performed, e.g., USAREUR (U.S. Army Europe). The evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000162
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he retired with 20 years of qualifying service. Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation) governs the evaluation of physical fitness of Soldiers who may be unfit to perform their military duties because of physical disability. The evidence of record shows the applicant was assigned to the WTU for a period of more than two and one-half years.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000182
The applicant requests his general discharge (GD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge (HD). On 16 September 2009, the applicant was discharged with a GD under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 for misconduct. The applicant's request was carefully considered; however, the evidence of record and the evidence provided by the applicant do not support an upgrade of his discharge from GD to HD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000204
The applicant, the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's military records to show he completed 20 years of qualifying service for Reserve retired pay. The applicant provides: * FSM's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) * FSM's request for discharge, dated 16 February 1970 * FSM's USAR discharge orders, dated 1 March 1970 * FSM's Department of the Army Reserve Personnel (DARP) Form 249-3 (Chronological Record of Military Service), dated 1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000246
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 8 of his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000269
The applicant requests award or and/or correction of his DD Form 214 to show the several commemorative awards and these additional awards: * Army Distinguished Service Medal * Legion of Merit * Joint Service Commendation Medal * Army Good Conduct Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Presidential Unit Citation * Vietnam Wound Medal 2. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000273
However, his stop loss period was from 14 April 2004 to 30 January 2005. b. Records shows the applicant enlisted in the ARNGUS and PAARNG on 14 April 2003 for a period of 5 years and 16 weeks. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by authorizing 10 months of RSLSP for the period 14 April 2004 through 30 January 2005.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000287
On 1 February 1974, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000309
The applicant states: a. while a young single Soldier, he was medically discharged from the Army in 1969 without any expectation of being allowed reentry into the military; b. he subsequently married in 1973, was accepted back into the Army as a chaplain in 1984, waived his pension, and completed nearly 26 years total active service and Reserve component service, which should entitle him to participate in the SBP; and c. after retiring in 2008, he was granted SBP coverage on 21 July 2008;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000344
The applicant requests correction of the records of his deceased father, a former service member (FSM), to show award of the: * Army Good Conduct Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Korea Defense Service Medal 2. 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 qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. This period was 3 years except in those cases when the period for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000345
Item 38 (Record of Assignments) of the applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows that his conduct and efficiency ratings were excellent. The applicants records do not contain any evidence of disciplinary action. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to enlisted Soldiers who had completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000349
His DD Form 214 shows his SSN as "x9x-xx-xxxx" and his DOB as "15 July 1947." The applicant listed his DOB as "15 July 1947" upon his induction into the AUS and this is the DOB that he used throughout his military service. He listed this DOB on several forms and authenticated many forms indicating this was his correct DOB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000360
The applicant states: * the Reserve obligation termination date shown on his DD Form 214 is 24 February 1990 * his retirement points statement shows he served in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) from 25 February 1984 through 24 February 1995 * he was discharged from the USAR on 28 March 1995 * his initial contract was for 3 years, he reenlisted for a term of 6 years * 3 years of the 6-year term was spent in the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) * Both Reserve term obligations were completed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000369
The applicant provides copies of: * Orders to active duty in an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) status, dated 30 November 2007 with duty location in Michigan * Orders for reassignment within Michigan, dated 14 February 2011 * Orders for reassignment to Fort Leonard Wood, MO, dated 9 March 2011 * Defense Finance And Accounting Service Form 702 (Leave and Earnings Statement) for 1-31 March 2011 * Memorandum for Record, Exception to Policy for BAH, dated 1 April 2011 with Operations Officer...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000437
The applicant, the spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's record to show he elected spouse-only Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage based on the full amount of his retired pay. The available evidence does not support the applicant's request for correction of the FSM's record to show he elected spouse-only SBP coverage based on the full amount of his retired pay. After the FSM's post-retirement marriage to the applicant, he had six opportunities...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000438
The corresponding citation states the ARCOM was issued by PO Number 265-004 on 24 September 2007 and reads: For exceptionally meritorious service while serving as an Anti-tank driver against enemy forces in the town of Kajaki Sofia, Afghanistan, during recovery operations of a downed aircraft, [applicant] displayed the ability to make sound and timely decisions in a high pressure situation. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) as amended by Military Personnel Message 08-190,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000453
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 12 July 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120000453 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and his discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which he was convicted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000457
He completed his AIT and was transferred to Fort Benning, Georgia where he completed his airborne training and was awarded the Parachutist Badge in Special Order Number 204 issued by the U.S. Army Infantry School. After deliberation by the board of officers, the board recommended that the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13, for unfitness and issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. There is no evidence in the available records to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000464
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he held the rank/pay grade of staff sergeant (SSG)/E-6 at the time of his release from active duty (REFRAD) and to show award of: * the Bronze Star Medal (2nd Award) * the Purple Heart * the Army Good Conduct Medal * the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * the Vietnam Service Medal with 3 bronze service stars * any additional awards...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000478
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show award of the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. The applicant provides: * his DD Form 214 * a letter from the National Personnel Records Center, dated 28 July 2011 * a second DD Form 149 (Application for Correction of Military Record), dated 18 August 2011 * a letter from Army Review Boards Agency, dated 27 September 2011 * a six-page printout...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000481
He was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 15 March 2006 to 14 March 2009 in Permanent Orders 037-919, Headquarters, U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Sam Houston, Texas, dated 6 February 2009. His DD Form 214 shows his rank as PFC and his pay grade as E-3 at the time of retirement and his effective date of pay grade as 3 December 2010. There is no available evidence of record showing the applicant was promoted or recommended for promotion to pay grade E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000484
Item 31 (Foreign Service) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in Vietnam from 27 November 1969 through 20 December 1970. The applicant served in Vietnam during a qualifying period; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this unit award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. amending his BSM orders to show he was awarded the BSM for meritorious...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000487
The applicant requests upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. Accordingly, on 4 December 1992, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13, due to unsatisfactory performance, with a General Discharge Certificate. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that boards 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000505
On 8 March 1972, he was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 3 March 1972. His records contain a DD Form 214 which shows he was discharged in pay grade E-1 on 8 June 1976 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 7 March 1984, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000535
His records show during his service he was frequently counseled by several members of his chain of command for various infractions including being late to duty or missing formation. On 22 August 1984, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 by reason of unsatisfactory performance with the issuance of a general discharge under honorable conditions. His general discharge is commensurate with his overall record of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000541
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 26 January 2012 to show a second award of the Meritorious Service Medal. She provided a copy of a DA Form 638, dated 6 July 2011, and an award certificate, dated 30 July 2011, which indicate she was awarded a second award of the Meritorious Service Medal by the Commander, U.S. Forces-Iraq, Baghdad, Iraq, on Permanent Order Number 211-040, dated 30 July 2011 for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000565
c. At the time of his discharge there was a reduction-in-force. On 17 June 1992, the applicants company commander recommended the applicant be separated from the service for unsatisfactory performance under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 13-2a. He acknowledged the proposed separation under the provisions of Army Regulation, chapter 13, for unsatisfactory performance, and he was separated accordingly on 13 July 1992.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000577
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of two additional Bronze Star Medals (BSM). Item 21 (Awards and Decorations) of the applicant's DA Form 66 (Officer Qualification Record) shows he was awarded the BSM with "V" Device by the abovementioned general orders, dated 25 April 1970. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000582
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show entitlement to special duty assignment pay (SDAP). The applicant appears to be eligible to receive SDAP of $450.00 per month from 27 February 2010 until 29 April 2011. c. His eligibility for SDAP ended when he left his position on 29 April 2011. d. His request for SDAP is supported for the period stated above. The available evidence clearly shows the applicant was in an active status as a recruiter during the period 27...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000585
Following consultation with legal counsel, he requested discharge under the provisions chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial. In his request for discharge, he acknowledged he understood by requesting discharge he was admitting guilt to the charges against him or of a lesser included offense that also authorized the imposition of a bad conduct or a dishonorable discharge. On 26 May...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20120000598
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. A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any evidence he was awarded the Purple Heart. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to his 20 February 1970 DD Form 214 the: * Purple Heart * Sharpshooter Marksmanship...