ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000971
When he received his first Retiree Account Statement (RAS) it showed he was enrolled in the SBP for full spouse coverage and that he had incurred a debt in excess of $3,000 for retroactive SBP premiums. Both the applicant's OMPF and ACTS are void of the DoD PDBR Record of Proceedings or any evidence showing corrective action was taken in the form of providing him: * TDRL orders * a revised DD Form 214 * Permanent disability retirement orders * a DD Form 2656 or any other form of SBP...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000979
The applicant requests his record be corrected to show award of the National Defense Service Medal. Orders 026-032, New York Army National Guard, dated 7 February 1992, ordered him to active duty for training for the period 11 May 1992-8 July 1992 (59 days) to attend the Reserve Component Armor Officer Basic Course at Fort Knox, KY. There is no available evidence in his records and the applicant did not provide any evidence that shows he served in an active status during a qualifying...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000982
The applicant requests correction of records to show assignment of the highest final disability rating applicable and not less than 50 percent for unfitting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) retroactive to the active duty release date. The PEB further recommended the applicant be placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) with subsequent reevaluation. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000984
On 28 March 1986, the applicant's commander recommended separation from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 14, due to the commission of a serious offense illegal drug use. There is no indication the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge. _______ _ 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 | 20110000986
The Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) granted her request (Docket #AR20090004900) to award her proper CSC and appoint her as 1LT effective 15 June 2005, with DOR 11 August 2004. That board did not grant her request to be promoted to captain (CPT) with effective date and DOR of 11 August 2006. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing she was promoted to the rank of CPT effective and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000987
On 25 January 1982, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. Based on the applicant's record of misconduct, his service clearly did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel. Records show he was 19 years old at the time of his misconduct for which he was discharged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000991
He further acknowledged he understood if his discharge request was approved, he might be discharged under conditions other than honorable and furnished an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. The applicant has not submitted any evidence to show he properly requested assistance due to his wife being sick or provided an explanation as to why he was AWOL for 503 days. _______ _ X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000995
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Records show that the DD Form 4, prepared when the applicant enlisted in the Army, shows his DOB as 22 November 1951. _______ __ 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 | 20110000996
The applicant requests correction of records to show assignment of the highest final disability rating applicable and not less than 50 percent for unfitting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) retroactive to the active duty release date. The PEB further recommended the applicant be placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) with subsequent reevaluation. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110000997
The applicant requests upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to a general discharge so that he may be entitled to benefits. On 23 April 1991, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed that he receive an under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 10 May 1991, the applicant was discharged accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001002
On 6 August 1970, he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service, with an under conditions other than honorable characterization of service. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law. His record of service shows he went AWOL on three different occasions, received NJP for being AWOL, and was convicted by a special...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001003
In his request for discharge, the applicant indicated he understood that by requesting a 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 dishonorable discharge. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. The applicant's record of service shows he was AWOL for 131 days.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001004
The applicant requests correction of his record to show award of the Bronze Service Medal (BSM) he received for his service in Korea. The applicant's contention that he was awarded the BSM is acknowledged; however, his record does not contain any orders nor has he provided any orders or other corroborating evidence showing he was awarded the BSM. The DA Form 20 contained in his record does not show he was awarded the BSM and there is no corroborating evidence that shows he was awarded the BSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001006
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 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. In accordance with Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552, the authority under which this Board acts, the ABCMR is not empowered to set aside a conviction.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001007
The applicant requests correction of his records as follows: * his military records to show award of the National Defense Service Medal and awards for his implementation force (IFOR) and stabilization force (SFOR) service in Bosnia * his dates of entry and separation be corrected on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * his DD Form 214 be corrected to show he served in a combat zone 2. Item 12b (Separation Date This Period) of his DD Form 214 shows the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001009
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 adding the CIB to the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001011
The applicant requests correction of records to show assignment of the highest final disability rating applicable and not less than 50 percent for unfitting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) retroactive to the active duty release date. Based on available applicable evidence, the PDA should reevaluate the applicant's medical conditions without regard to any DoD or Army regulations or guidelines that were inconsistent with the VASRD in effect at the time of the original adjudication to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001016
On 3 November 1978 nonjudicial punishment (NJP) was imposed against him for failure to go to his place of duty. There is no evidence in the available records to show that he applied to the ADRB for an upgrade of his discharge within that boards 15-year year statute of limitations. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001026
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of her records to show the effective date and date of rank (DOR) for her promotion to the rank/grade of chief warrant officer two (CW2)/W-2 was 7 September 2009 vice 18 February 2010. The evidence of record shows: a. the applicant was eligible for promotion to CW2 on 7 September 2009 based on having met the TIG and military education requirements; b. as early as 19 August 2009, the State intended to promote the applicant to CW2; and c. the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001028
The applicant, on behalf of her deceased spouse, a former service member (FSM)), requests award of the Purple Heart and correction of his DD form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show he was awarded the Purple Heart. The FSM's military record is not available to the Board for review. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding the FSM the Purple Heart for wounds...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001029
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge to a general discharge. In his request for discharge, he acknowledged he understood that if his request was approved he could be discharged under other than honorable conditions and furnished an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. _______ _ _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 | 20110001034
On 22 October 1981, the applicant was notified of initiation of separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), section V, chapter 14 for other acts or patterns of misconduct. Although the applicant alleges that he was a victim of discrimination during his military service, there is no evidence in his military records and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence supporting this contention. There is no evidence in his military records and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001038
The applicant states she completed a deployment in support of OIF from 17 September 2006 to 27 August 2007 and that based on this foreign service she is entitled to the following awards: * Army Commendation Medal (6th Award) * Overseas Service Bars (2) * Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM) * Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) 3. In addition, item 18 of her final DD Form 214 should also be corrected by adding the entries: * "ORDERED TO ACTIVE DUTY IN SUPPORT OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001043
Headquarters, U.S. Army Personnel Center, Fort Lewis, WA, Special Orders Number 21, dated 21 January 1971, relieved him from active duty effective 21 January 1971. There are no orders in the applicant's record that show he was promoted to SGT/E-5. His record is void of any promotion orders to SGT/E-5 and item 33 of his DA Form 20 does not show he held the rank of SGT/E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001045
At the time he had completed 4 years, 5 months, and 3 days total active service. 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 limitations. The evidence of record shows the applicant was convicted at a special court-martial and also at three summary courts-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001048
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document, along with his application and the supporting evidence he provided which confirms his SSN will be filed in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). __________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 | 20110001056
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states, in effect, that on 8 July 2010 he originally requested that his son receive his GI Bill benefits utilizing the mandated website; however, an error occurred in his transaction and his son has been denied his benefits. Individuals had to be serving on active duty at the time or as a member of the Selected Reserve at the time benefits were transferred and there is no record of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001060
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show 4 years, 5 months, and 3 days in item 12c (Net Active Service this Period) and 22 days in item 12e (Total Prior Inactive Service). The DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows he completed 1 year, 6 months, and 24 days of creditable active service. Therefore, his DD Form 214 correctly shows he completed a total of 1 year, 6 months, and 24 days of creditable active service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001068
In support of his claim, the applicant provided a memorandum from his commander, who stated: * Through no fault of his own, the applicant did not receive a control number for his enlistment bonus from his recruiter * The recruiter did not follow-up with the applicant after he successfully completed AIT on 22 April 2010 * The applicant was not eligible to receive his bonus because he did not have a valid control number and he missed the submission date of 30 September 2010 for an exception to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001074
The applicant provides: * a DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 20 March 2005 * a National Guard Bureau Form 22 (Report of Separation and Record of Service) for the period ending 24 November 2010 * a letter from an embedded therapist for the 649th Engineer Company * a Standard Form 513 (Consultation Sheet), dated 25 June 2009 * a letter from his psychologist, dated 19 August 2009 * a letter from a clinical psychologist, dated 21 August...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001075
He noted he should have been authorized $333.33 per month during calendar year 2009; and (2) an official at the Office of The Surgeon General (OTSG) confirmed that finance records show the applicant's Medical Service pay date is 1 July 1996, his BCP expired on 31 December 2008, the OTSG could authorize retroactive BCP for up to 11 months upon receipt of his request, and that the applicant should petition the ABCMR for BCP for the year 2009. b. a Special Pays for Health Professional Officers...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001077
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There are no documents in the available records that show he was promoted to the rank of SP5/E-5. The evidence of record shows the applicant was promoted to SP4/E4 on 4 March 1971.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001078
On 30 July 2008, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed that he receive an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations) sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. Records show the applicant was 24 years of age at the time of his offense.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001080
The applicant provides: * DD Form 1380 (US Field Medical Card(FMC)), dated 5 March 1968 * Standard Form (SF) 513 (Consultation Sheet), dated 9 March 1968 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's request for reconsideration is late by more than 7 years; however, he provides two medical forms attesting to wounds. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001087
On 23 March 1967, the separation authority approved the applicants discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212, by reason of unsuitability, with the issuance of a General Discharge Certificate. This document further shows in item 11c (Reason and Authority) Army Regulation 635-212, and separation program number (SPN) 264, which indicate he was separated due to a character and behavior disorder. There is no evidence of record to show the applicant made a request to the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001089
It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active duty service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. The applicant contends that her DD Form 214 should be corrected to show her rank at separation as PFC and her active service revised to include her USAR drilling time. Furthermore, her DD Form 214 correctly shows her rank at the time of her release from active duty as PV2.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001093
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of the social security number (SSN) shown on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). At the time of the applicant's enlistment and at the time of his release from active duty he used the SSN listed on his DD Form 214 or his service number.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001096
However, his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged on 7 October 1998 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 9, by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure, with a general discharge. It states that the SPD code JPD is the appropriate code to assign to Soldiers separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, by reason of alcohol rehabilitation failure. Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001099
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) election of her ex-spouse, a former service member (FSM), to show he changed his election to former spouse coverage. On 21 August 2007, the applicant divorced the FSM. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence that would warrant granting the applicants request at this time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001104
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: * He sustained a combat-related injury when he fell out of a 5-ton truck * In April 1995 the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) granted him a 10 percent disability rating for traumatic arthritis of the lumbosacral spine due to falling off a 5-ton truck during a training exercise in Germany 3. CRSC, as established by Section 1413a, Title 10, United States Code, as amended,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001109
On 24 September 2003, he received his 20-year letter from the U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center (ARPERCEN, currently HRC) informing him of his eligibility for retired pay at age 60. Army Regulation 135-180 (Army National Guard and Army Reserve Qualifying Service for Retired Pay Nonregular Service), paragraph 2-1a, indicates that to be eligible for retired pay an individual does not need to have a military status at the time of application for retired pay, but must have: (1) attained age...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001110
The evidence of record shows the applicant only used the name J---C------- J------- A----- during his period of Army service and changed his name to J--- C------- J------- after he was discharged. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document along with his application and the supporting evidence he provided will be filed in his official military personnel file. _______ _ _x______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001111
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show that he had never been considered for promotion to major, pay grade O-4. The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected to show that he had never been considered for promotion to major, pay grade O-4 because he never received notification of the promotion boards. The applicant had been associated with the U.S. Army since 1981, making it very reasonable to presume that by 1993, he knew, or should have...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001112
On 22 October 1993, a medical evaluation board (MEB) convened at Fort Bragg, NC, and after consideration of clinical records, laboratory findings, and physical examinations, the MEB found the applicant was diagnosed as having the medically-unacceptable condition of intervertebral disc syndrome manifested by chronic low back pain. The applicant was properly rated at 10 percent for his low back pain. The PEB did so and rated him at 10 percent for his low back condition.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001122
The applicant requests upgrade of his bad conduct discharge to at least a general discharge. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable or a general discharge. _________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001123
The separation code JBK is the appropriate code to assign Soldiers ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment who were discharged on completion of their enlistment under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 4. The SPD/RE Code Cross Reference Table, dated 2 October 1989 and applicable to the governing regulation, established RE code 3C as the proper reentry code to assign Soldiers separated with a SPD code of JBK, for failure to meet grade and service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001124
Department of the Army Pamphlet 672-3 (Unit Citation and Campaign Participation Credit Register) shows that during his period of service in Vietnam, the 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry, was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for service from 2 November 1968 to 24 December 1969 based on Department of the Army General Orders Number 2, dated 1971. He was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001127
The applicant requests that his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to general under honorable conditions. On 18 July 1986, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed that he be issued a DD Form 794A (Other Than Honorable Conditions Discharge Certificate). The applicant contends his discharge under other than honorable conditions should be upgraded to general under honorable conditions because he was too young at the time...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001131
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. Item 33 (Decorations and Citations) of his WD AGO Form 53-55 shows the Distinguished Unit Badge, World War II Victory Medal, American Theater Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, European-African Middle Eastern Campaign Service Medal, and the Army Good Conduct Medal. As such, it is presumed in the absence of evidence to the contrary that the applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55 accurately reflects the MOS he held...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2011 | 20110001132
His record contains a DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) which shows the following information: * Item 31 (Foreign Service) he served in Vietnam from 10 January 1969 to 12 January 1970; and from 16 November 1970 to 13 December 1971 * Item 33 (Appointments and Reductions) the highest rank he attained while serving in the Army was specialist five (SP5) on 24 April 1972 * Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) he was awarded two Army Commendation Medals, the Air Medal and various...