ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006538
The fellow Soldier attests: * he served with the applicant in the Army at Fort Hood, TX, and in Vietnam * he and the applicant served in Troop C, 1st Squadron, 1st Cavalry, 1st Armored Division, at Fort Hood, TX, from approximately January 1967 until their deployment to Vietnam in August 1967 * the applicant functioned and served in the capacity of an armored intelligence specialist in MOS 11D * cavalry troopers assigned to armored cavalry assault vehicles (ACAV's) carried MOS 11B (Light...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006540
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his military occupational specialty (MOS) as 13A1O. _______ _ _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 | 20110006542
The applicant requests correction of item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his correct SSN. Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army, acting through the ABCMR. ______X _ _______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006547
The applicant requests, in effect, that he be awarded the Purple Heart and that the awards of the Purple Heart and the Air Medal be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) 2. He had served 2 years of active service and his DD Form 214 issued at the time of his REFRAD shows that he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, and the Army Commendation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006548
The applicant states, in effect, that his birth certificate shows his name suffix with is a III; however, his records reflect a suffix of JR and he desires it to be changed at this time. The evidence of record shows that the applicant enlisted, served, and was honorably released from active duty under the name suffix of JR. There is no evidence of record or independent evidence that suggests the name recorded in his military records exhibits a material error or injustice. _______ _...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006549
The applicant's record shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 9 November 1966. The applicant's official military personnel file is void of orders or documents that indicate he was awarded the Purple Heart by proper authority while serving on active duty. It states the Purple Heart is awarded to members wounded in action and states that in order to award the Purple Heart, there must be evidence the wound for which the award is being made was received as a result of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006552
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show he completed the Army Field Forces Leaders Course on 23 March 1951. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this training. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing he completed the Army Field Forces Leaders Course on 23 March 1951 in item 30 of his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006553
Item 30 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 shows he served in the Republic of Vietnam during the period 2 December 1970 through 27 November 1971. The applicant's request for correction of his DD Form 214 to show award of the Purple Heart was carefully considered. Based on the foregoing, there is insufficient evidence to award him the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006558
The applicant, the former spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's record to show he changed his Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) election from spouse to former spouse coverage. The evidence of record shows the FSM maintained SBP spouse coverage following his divorce from the applicant, with his former spouse's DOB listed as that of his designated beneficiary for SBP benefits. Therefore, the FSM's records should be corrected to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006559
Counsel provides: * medical documents, clinical records, charts, and summaries with the applicant's SSN highlighted * DD Form 214 * DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record Armed Forces of the United States) * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) * statement from the applicant * social security card * orders and certificate awarding him the Purple Heart * orders and certificate awarding him the Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. This service should qualify him...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006566
The applicant requests two awards of the Army Achievement Medal (AAM) and two awards of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) be added to her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 October 2010. The applicant provides: * Permanent orders and DA Forms 638 (Recommendation for Award) for two awards of the AAM * Permanent orders and DA Forms 638 for two awards of the ARCOM * Diploma for the AMEDD Officer Basic Course * Certificate of Completion...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006568
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show award of the Purple Heart. The applicant's DD Form 214 clearly shows he was wounded in action on 7 July 1953 in Korea. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 7 July 1953 * adding to his DD Form 214 the Purple Heart and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006569
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Neither his available records nor the Vietnam casualty roster provide any evidence that the wounds he incurred during his service in Vietnam resulted from enemy action.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006575
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 2 January 2011 to shows award of the: * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) (3rd Award) * Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle and Grenade Bars * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Machine Gun (M-249) and Pistol Bars * Network+ Course * Basic Information Management Operators Course 2. He states, in effect, that his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006577
They tried to send him back $3,600 in premiums and informed him they would collect over $17,000 in medical bills that were paid out for the care of his family from July 2008 to December 2009. d. he called officials of the State of Wyoming, DEERS [Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System], and Tricare to figure out what happened. He also provided email correspondence from a DEERS official who stated: * By law, Tricare uses DEERS to determine eligibility * His DEERS record showed he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006578
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to a fully honorable discharge. Following consultation with legal counsel, he requested discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial. On 3 November 2008, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge in accordance with Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006597
Soldiers being medically separated from the military are promoted on their last day in the military. Chapter 2 contains guidance on the preparation of the DD Form 214 and states that items 4a and 4b show the active duty grade or rank and pay grade at time of separation and are obtained from the Soldier's records (promotion or reduction orders). Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1212 states upon separation from his armed force under section 1203 or 1206 of this title, a member is entitled to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006599
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 16 August 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110006599 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 601-210 (Active and Reserve Components Enlistment Program) states 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. However, his records show he was retired due to a temporary disability.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006605
The applicant states, in effect, that he completed the paperwork necessary to receive his WOAB at the time of his enlistment and he completed the training necessary to receive the WOAB; however, because a witnessing officer did not sign the paperwork at the time he did, he has been denied his bonus. The applicant provides copies of his request for an exception to policy for payment of his WOAB, oath of office, diploma for completion of the warrant officer basic course (WOBC), and DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006608
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 5 (Last Name, Middle Name, Middle Name) of his DD Form 4 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States), dated 10 September 1969, erroneously shows his name as P______ Rodney G____________. His Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) contains the below enlisted documents that show his name as P______ Roddy G____________: * DD Form 369 (Police Record Check), dated 23...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006609
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. Given the applicants undistinguished record of service and his extensive record of misconduct, the undesirable discharge he received accurately reflects the overall quality of his service which did not support the issuance of an honorable discharge or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006611
NGR 600-101 states that the recommendation will be forwarded to the state (which serves as the promotion authority). Regardless of the fact that the Soldier's promotion packet was delayed at NGB, the promotion still would have been no earlier than the date of the Federal Recognition Board (FRB) which was 15 July 2010. e. The State concurs with this recommendation. The evidence of record confirms he was eligible for promotion to CW5 on 3 December 2009, the date he was recommended for promotion.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006613
His records were burned in the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) fire on 12 July 1973 and only partial records remain. The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. In the absence of corroborating evidence of record which shows the applicant was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action during World War II, there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Purple Heart in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006617
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the CIB is awarded to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS. They must have served in active ground combat while assigned or attached to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size during such time as the unit was engaged in active ground combat and they must have been present with their qualifying infantry unit and participated actively in such ground combat. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006620
He was discharged with a bad conduct discharge on 17 May 1982 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 11, as a result of court-martial. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant a general discharge or an honorable discharge. Conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations, and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006622
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The available evidence shows he initially enlisted using a DOB of 3 January XXXX; his DD Form 4, dated 21 July 1978 and DD Form 428, dated 30 March 1984, show this DOB. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the entry in item 5 of his DD Form 214, dated 24 April 1985, and adding 3 January XXXX.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006623
The applicants military records are not available to the Board for review. These orders show his grade as CPL. Since there is no evidence that shows he was reduced in rank at any time after 21 January 1954, the orders provided by the applicant which show his rank as CPL are accepted as sufficient evidence in which to correct item 3 of his DD Form 214 to show his rank as CPL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006624
The applicant requests correction to Item 12f (Foreign Service) and Item 18 Remarks) on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The evidence of records shows the applicant was deployed in Kuwait from: * 7 December 1996 through 6 March 1997, a period of 2 months and 27 days * 15 November 1998 through 17 January 1999, a period of 2 months and 2 days * 14 September 2005 through 27 July 2006, a period of 10 months and 13 days 2. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006626
Item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of the DD Form 214 he was issued shows the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Parachutist Badge, and the Combat Infantryman Badge. Therefore, he is entitled to award of four bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 accordingly. With respect to the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device, his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006630
On 18 July 1985, the applicant's immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him for misconduct (commission of a serious offense abuse of illegal drugs) in accordance with paragraph 14-12c of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel). On 19 July 1985, his immediate commander initiated separation action against him in accordance with paragraph 14-12c of Army Regulation 635-200 for misconduct (commission of a serious...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006633
Counsel requests reconsideration of the service member's (SM's) previous request for removal of a DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings Under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)), and restoration of his rank to staff sergeant (E-6). On 22 July 2010, the ABCMR denied the SM's petition based on the following discussion and conclusions: * the Article 15 proceedings confirmed the imposing commander notified the SM of his intent to impose NJP action against him for the offenses *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006635
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 29 September 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110006635 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his record to show award of the Combat Medical Badge (CMB) and four bronze service stars to be worn with his Vietnam Service Medal (VSM). ________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 | 20110006643
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR)) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army, acting through the ABCMR. _______ _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 | 20110006646
The applicant requests correction to his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show award of the: * Legion of Merit * Bronze Star Medal * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Gold Star * Air Medal with "V" Device * Distinguished Flying Cross (3rd Award) * Purple Heart (3rd Award) 2. GO Number 3169 issued by Headquarters, 1st Aviation Brigade, on 30 October 1972 awarded him the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service in Vietnam from 17 November 1971 through 16 November...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006647
The applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) does not show the Air Medal (1st thru 4th Award). The applicant's request for correction of the SSN on the citation and certificate awarding him the Air Medal (1st thru 4th Award) has been carefully considered. The applicant's records do not contain, nor has the applicant provided, orders awarding him the Air Medal (1st thru 4th Award).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006648
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) and his award of the Vietnam Service Medal (VSM). Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show his RVN period of service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006652
The applicant, a service representative, and a witnessing officer signed the form on 2 August 2008. c. An ARNG Policy #07-05 Critical UIC List, dated 25 September 2008, shows UIC 7XK was listed as a critical UIC effective 16 October 2008. d. On 7 January 2009, the Education Service Officer, VAARNG, requested the NGB grant an exception to policy to allow several warrant officers, including the applicant, to receive a $10,000.00 OAB based on their assignment to the VAARNG DPU, a Table of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006655
Item 9 (Awards, Decorations, and Campaigns) of his DA Form 2-1 does not list the AFEM and CIB. However, there is no evidence of record and he has provided insufficient evidence to show he served in Taiwan. Even if he served in Taiwan, the DA Form 2-1 was prepared and maintained for active Army personnel during their active service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006662
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. There is no evidence in his record, nor has he submitted any evidence, showing he was wounded as a result of hostile action while he was in the Army. _______ _ 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 | 20110006666
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). With respect to the BSM, based upon his application, the evidence of record, and accompanying supporting documents he has submitted, it does not appear that the applicant was recommended for or awarded the BSM. In order to request an award under 10 USC 1130, he must submit a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006668
The applicant requests award of the Air Medal for service during the Vietnam War. Regrettably, in the absence of evidence showing he met the eligibility criteria or award of the Air Medal (i.e., number/types of missions), there is insufficient evidence to correct his records to award him the Air Medal. _______ _ 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 | 20110006670
The applicant's complete military records are not available for review. The available records failed to show any evidence the applicant was wounded or that treatment for such wounds was made a matter of record. __________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 | 20110006674
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 Silver Star, Purple Heart, and Air Medal. The applicant states he received injuries in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) between February and June 1968 and should be awarded the Purple Heart. Based on the DD Form 215 mentioned above, issues concerning the award of Air Medal will not be further discussed in these proceedings.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006675
The applicant's military service records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-65 (Good Conduct Medal), in effect at the time, stated the 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006689
He arrived in RVN and was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Infantry, 4th Infantry Division on 18 May 1967 where he performed duties as a light vehicle driver MOS 63B. There is no evidence of record that shows the applicant was awarded an infantry MOS and that he served in an infantryman position. _______ _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 | CY2011 | 20110006690
The applicant requests the removal of a relief for cause officer evaluation report (OER) for the period ending 9 October 2007 from his official military personnel file (OMPF). In part VII under evaluate the rated officer's promotion potential to the next higher grade, he received an Other rating from his SR, who indicated that the last 4 months of the applicants command had been difficult due to serious lapses in his maintenance operations and because of those lapses he (the SR) directed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006701
BOARD DATE: 22 November 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110006701 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides a memorandum from the National Guard Bureau (NGB) and NGB Form 600-7-1-R-E (Annex E to DD Form 4 (Enlistment/ Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States) Non-Prior Service Enlistment Bonus Addendum Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS)), dated 4 February 2009. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006702
The applicant requests that his discharge be upgraded from general under honorable conditions to an honorable discharge. The applicant signed a statement indicating he was advised he was being recommended for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006703
Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's case by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) in Docket Number AR20060009944 on 6 March 2007. Therefore, she is entitled to correction of her DD Form 214 to show these service medals. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding her the Army Good Conduct Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006711
The applicant requests removal of Headquarters, 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, Permanent Order Number 288-068, dated 15 October 2009, from his official military personnel file (OMPF). Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to remove these orders from his OMPF. If the orders are revoked, he may apply to this Board to have the Army Commendation Medal orders and the revocation orders removed from his OMPF.