ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006853
The applicant requests cancellation of his debt for the first portion of his officer accession bonus (OAB) and payment of the second installment of his OAB. There is no doubt that the applicant entered into an agreement for payment of an OAB; however, the agreement was not a valid agreement because his AOC (MOS) was not authorized payment of an OAB. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006854
The applicant requests correction of his deployment dates in Afghanistan shown in item 18 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: His DD Form 214 shows he served in Afghanistan from 20 November 2008 to 11 February 2009. Therefore, this information is accepted as sufficient evidence with which to correct item 18 of his DD Form 214 to show his deployed service in Afghanistan as 22 November 2008 to 3 November 2009.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006855
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 28 Jxxx xxxx. 2. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 18 October 1966. The applicant's record also contains the following documents that show his DOB as 28 Jxxx xxxx: * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) that was completed prior to induction * DA Form 428...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110006856
The applicant requests removal of a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR), imposed on 1 May 2008, from the performance section of his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). On 30 May 2008, after reviewing the applicant's rebuttal and considering all matters available and the recommendations by his chain of command, the CG directed the GOMOR be filed in the applicant's OMPF. A memorandum of reprimand may be filed in a Soldier's OMPF only upon the order of a general officer-level...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007809
The letter states: * the applicant was fully eligible for an OAB upon appointment in the ORARNG * he completed a Written Agreement OAB Addendum and he completed BOLC on 17 August 2010 * a control number was never requested from the commissioning source through the Information Management and Reporting Center (IMARC) for his completed Written Agreement OAB Addendum * it came to that office's attention when the applicant returned from BOLC and inquired about his bonus payment * that office...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007810
The applicant's military service records are not available to the Board for review. There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's available military service records that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart or Combat Infantryman Badge. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence to support the applicant's claim to the Combat Infantryman Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007812
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides for the following awards: a. He served a qualifying period of service for award of the National Defense Service Medal and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960), neither of which is shown on his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for exemplary behavior, efficiency, and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007813
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's record does not include any medical treatment records that indicate he was ever treated for a combat-related wound or injury while serving in the RVN or at any other time during his active duty service. _______ _ 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 | 20110007816
A discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate, but the separation authority may direct a general discharge or an honorable discharge if such is merited by the Soldier's overall record and if the Soldier's record is so meritorious that any other characterization clearly would be improper. The evidence of record shows he was nearly 19 years of age at the time of his discharge. The characterization of service for this type of discharge is normally under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007821
The applicant requests correction of item 24 (Character of Service) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show honorable service. The evidence shows the applicant was ordered to active duty for training in 1994 for a period of 4 months and 13 days. Since she was in an entry-level status when she was released from active duty in 1994 her character of service was uncharacterized which is properly reflected in item 24 of her DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007827
The DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) that was created at the time he entered the Army shows his DOB as "2 Jun 42." Item 6 (DOB) of the DD Form 214 for this period of service shows the entry "2 Jun 43." Although the applicant's DD Form 47 listed his DOB as 2 June 1943 upon his induction, other than his DD Form 214 for the period ending 27 November 1963 all other documents contained in his official military records show his DOB as 2 June 1942.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007828
He further acknowledged that may encounter substantial prejudice in civilian life if a general discharge under honorable conditions was issued to him and that he may make an application to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) or Army Board for Correction of Military Records for an upgrade of his discharge; however, he acknowledged he realized that an act of consideration by either Board does not imply that his discharge would be upgraded. On 27 May 2008, the applicant was discharged...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007830
The applicant requests, in effect, payment of the Selective Reenlistment Bonus (SRB) guaranteed in her 28 April 2010 DD Form 4 (Enlistment Contract). The applicant states: a. she was told that she is not eligible for an SRB because she exceeded the 14 years or less guideline under the Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP) by 2 weeks; b. she was issued a Bonus Control Number (BCN) and a Reenlistment Control Number (RCN); c. she attempted to reenlist in January 2010 and the reenlistment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007831
He states: * he was injured during an Army training mission in December 1963 * he fractured his third metatarsal [bones of the foot] and the distal shaft of the same metatarsal * the injury is documented in his military medical records 3. CRSC, as established by Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1413a, as amended, states that eligible members are retired veterans with combat-related injuries who meet all of the following criteria: * Active, Reserve or National Guard with 20 years of creditable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007841
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests upgrade of his general under honorable conditions (GD) discharge to an honorable discharge (HD). There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007843
A review of the applicant's OMPF shows the SSN he claims is correct is shown on the following documents: * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History), dated 14 May 1974 * DA Form 873 (Certificate of Clearance and/or Security Determination), dated 1 August 1974 * DA Form 428 (Application for Identification Card), dated 20 November 1974. Item 3 (SSN) of the DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows the TIN he was assigned at the time of his enlistment. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007845
On 3 April 1972, he departed his training unit in an AWOL status. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 by reason of unsuitability and issued a general discharge. The discharge proceedings were conducted in accordance with law and regulations applicable at the time and the character of service is commensurate with his overall record of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007849
The applicant's service record is void of any evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of combat. Notwithstanding the applicant's contention and sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as a result of enemy action and treated for those wounds there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Purple Heart in this case. _______ _ _X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007857
The DVA examiner continued, Based on your recorded statements, the military concluded the condition [shin splints] had its onset prior to military service and was aggravated by your military service. A medical proceeding conducted by an EPSBD, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by appropriate medical authority within 6 months [180 days] of the Soldier's initial entrance on active duty, that the condition would have permanently or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007862
The applicant requests correction of his service number (SN) and social security number (SSN) on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 7 April 1971. As a result, the Board recommends that item 2 of the applicant's DD Form 214 be corrected to show the fifth digit of his SN as "2" and that item 3 of his DD Form 214 be corrected to show the second and third digits of his SSN as 83. _______ _ x _______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007863
The applicant states he was a combat medic and was awarded the CMB but it is not listed on his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States). His MOS of medical records clerk and service in the 3rd Medical Battalion is not in question; however, there is no evidence that he held a combat medic MOS or was engaged in active ground combat. _______ _ X____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007864
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. 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 (1st Award) for the period 24 April...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007868
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge to honorable with a corresponding separation code. This regulation states the reason for discharge based on separation code "JKF" is "misconduct" and the regulatory authority is Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c(1). His record of service included one general court-martial conviction for marijuana offenses.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007870
The DD Form 214 he was issued for this period shows he completed 3 years of creditable active service during this period of reenlistment. The evidence of record shows he initially enlisted in the RA on 27 August 1964 and he was discharged on 9 September 1965 for immediate reenlistment. As a result, the Board recommends denial of so much of the application that pertains to amending item 17c of his DD Form 214 for the period ending on 9 September 1968 to show the date of entry as "27 August...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007876
On 28 January 1980, after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel). Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007877
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was promoted to the rank/grade of specialist five (SP5)/E-5 prior to his release from active duty. On 15 July 1968, Headquarters, U.S. Army Personnel Center, Fort Lewis, WA, published SO Number 197 showing he was released from active duty and transferred to the U.S. Army Reserve Control Group (Annual Training) effective 15 July 1968. _______ _ _X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007880
The applicant requests that he be awarded the Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM). The applicant states that he was not awarded the AGCM or the ROKWSM and he desires to have them awarded at this time and to have his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) corrected accordingly. Army Regulation 600-65, in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007884
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show he was considered and selected for promotion to the rank/grade of sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7 with retroactive retirement in that grade. The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected to show he was considered and selected for promotion to SFC/E-7 and to retroactively retire him in that grade because his diploma for completion of BNCOC was not filed in his OMPF. The available evidence of record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007885
The applicant requests transfer of a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR) and all associated documents from the performance section to the restricted section of his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). The Assistant Chief of Staff, Headquarters, Eighth U.S. Army, G4 (the brigade commander at the time the GOMOR was imposed); and the Chief, Munitions Branch, Officer of the Director for Logistics, Engineering and Security Assistance (the battalion commander at the time the GOMOR...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007888
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. The SPD code of JPD was the appropriate code based on the guidance provided in this regulation for Soldiers separating under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 9, alcohol rehabilitation failure. The RE code 4 establishing his ineligibility for enlistment/reenlistment was correctly entered on his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007890
BOARD DATE: 10 November 2011 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20110007890 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his rank/grade as specialist (SPC)/E-4. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to properly show his rank/grade as SPC/E-4 with a date of rank of 29 March 2007.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007893
The applicant provides: * a letter to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR), dated 28 March 2011 * a letter to USAHRC, Fort Knox, KY, dated 4 January 2011 * a DD Form 1883-R, dated 22 August 1995 * their State of Michigan Marriage License * the FSM's State of Michigan Certificate of Death * a DD Form 2656-7 (Verification for Survivor Annuity), dated 4 January 2011 * a Standard Form 1199A (Direct Deposit Sign-Up Form), dated 4 January 2011 and voided personal check * a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007895
The applicant, the son of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's military records to show award of the Purple Heart. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides for award of the Purple Heart to a member of the Armed Force of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with one of the U.S. Armed Services after 5 April 1917, has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may die after being wounded in any action against an enemy of the United...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007899
Records show the applicant participated in four campaigns during his service in the RVN. Therefore, his records should be corrected to show this badge. 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 (1st Award) for the period 21 April 1966 to 20 April 1969, b. adding the following awards to item 24 of his DD Form 214: * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) * four bronze...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007900
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of four bronze service stars on his Vietnam Service Medal (VSM). Evidence of record shows that the applicant's record was corrected to show he was awarded one bronze service star to his already-awarded VSM. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the Vietnam Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007901
The applicant requests his social security number (SSN) be corrected on: * orders awarding him the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device * an Army Commendation Medal Certificate (1st Oak Leaf Cluster) Additionally, he requests the Army Commendation Medal be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). There are no general orders in the applicant's service personnel records that show he was awarded any Army Commendation Medal, 1st Oak Leaf Cluster...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007902
The applicant requests award of the Purple Heart and correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show this award. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Korea Defense Service Medal 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007904
There is no evidence in the FSM's OMPF showing he recorded his DOB as 17 January 1942 or 6 July 1947. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending the FSM's DD Form 214 to show the spelling of his first name as shown on his Record of Induction. As a result, the Board recommends denial of so much of the application that pertains to correcting the FSM's DD Form 214 to show his DOB as 17 January 1942.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007910
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). On the same date, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 for misconduct by reason of civil conviction and directed the applicant be furnished an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions Discharge. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007911
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 social security number (SSN) with the fourth digit as "7" vice "1." It appears an error was made when his DD Form 214 was completed with the fourth digit listed as "1."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007913
However, due to administrative oversight caused by mass casualties of 12 August 1967 he was not awarded the Purple Heart. He departed Vietnam on 7 March 1968 and was transferred to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri where he served as a military policeman until he was honorably released from active duty (REFRAD) on 30 August 1968 due to the expiration of his term of service (ETS). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: While the sincerity of the applicants claim that the FSM was wounded/injured in Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007914
This pamphlet shows that at the time of the applicant's assignment to the 2nd Battalion (Airborne), 327th Infantry, it was cited for award of the Meritorious Unit Commendation during the period 29 July 1965 through 1 October 1966 based on Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) 17, dated 1968. Evidence of record shows the applicant was assigned to HHC, 2nd Battalion (Airborne), 327th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division, APO 96347 USARV. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007919
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 4 August 1971 to show: * award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * all service awards to which he is entitled * his service in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) 2. He provided general orders showing he was awarded the ARCOM while assigned to Company A, 7th Engineer Battalion for the period September 1970 through August 1971. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007920
A Soldier must be currently on active duty or a member of the Selected Reserves at the time of transfer of education benefits to his or her dependent (on or after 1 August 2009). The applicant in this case had more than 20 years of service upon his retirement, so he was eligible to transfer to either his spouse or children (if he completed the request before leaving military service). He was also eligible to transfer his education benefits to his dependent(s) under the TEB prior to his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007921
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. On 3 April 1992, the PEB convened and found: * the applicant's congenital pes planus of left foot with tarsal coalition existed prior to service and was not permanently aggravated by service over and above natural progression of the disease * the applicant was unfit for further service and, therefore, denied for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007925
Reception Station, Fort Dix, NJ on 22 August 1967; (2) he was assigned to B Company, 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, from 25 May to 24 December 1968 in duty MOS 11B with duties as a rifleman; (3) he was assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division on 25 December 1968 in duty MOS 11B with duties as an automatic rifleman; and (4) he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings; d. Item 41 (Awards and Decorations)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007926
Item 3 (SSN) of the DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows his SSN using the number "5" as the first digit. The evidence of record confirms the applicant listed his correct SSN on the DD Form 398 he prepared during his induction processing and that all other official documents in his record with an SSN bear the same number that he claims is correct. _______ _X _______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007928
The applicant completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) in connection with his induction into the Army of the United States (AUS), but he did not list an SSN on this form. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) lists his service number; it does not list his SSN. His records contain various documents, including a separation order, statement of medical condition, record of emergency data, various computerized punch cards, and other documents that list his SSN with the number "2"...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007930
The DD Form 214 issued to the applicant at the time shows he was separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, under separation program designator (SPD) code JFS (administrative discharge - conduct triable by court-martial), with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110007931
His service record doesn't contain any orders for award of the Bronze Star Medal. However, absent orders authorizing him award of the Bronze Star Medal, there is insufficient evidence on which to base correction of his records to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 8 June 1967 to 5 June 1970; b. deleting the Vietnam...