ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000189
Orders A-06-61684, issued by USAHRC, dated 30 June 2006, retained the applicant on active duty for a period of 179 days for the purpose of voluntarily participating in the Reserve Component medical holdover medical retention processing program for completion of medical care and treatment. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Iraq Campaign Medal is awarded to members who have served in direct support of OIF. ___________X____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000193
The applicant requests the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The applicant states: * He was awarded the MSM upon his honorable discharge in 1996 * This award was not added to this DD Form 214 * The award was mailed to him after his discharge from the military 3. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to base adding the MSM to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000197
On 14 March 2000, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, by reason of misconduct. On 7 February 2007, after careful review of his application, military records and all other available evidence, the ADRB determined he was properly and equitably discharged. c. A general discharge was a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000200
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United State Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his: * social security number (SSN) as "xx7-xx-xxxx" instead of "xx6-xx-xxxx" * date of birth (DOB) as 14 October 1945 instead of 24 October 1945 2. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) which was created upon his entry on active duty listed his SSN as "xx7-xx-xxxx" and his DOB as 14 October 1945. The evidence of record shows upon his induction and entry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000201
Prior to leaving for WOCS, he was told the National Guard Bureau (NGB) liaison would do the OAB control number once he completed the OAB addendum for signature at Fort Rucker. On 1 September 2010, the KSARNG military personnel officer submitted a request to the NGB for an exception to policy to allow the applicant and eight other aviation officers in specialty 153D (UH-60 Pilot) to contract for an OAB as, through no fault of their own, they were not afforded the opportunity to do so while...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000203
The applicant states his DD Form 214 is missing a Drivers Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, and all other awards issued during the period he was in RVN. The entries in item 41 of his DA Form 20 are considered sufficient evidence that he served a qualifying period of service for award of the Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze stars and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960). During his assignment in Vietnam, general orders awarded his unit the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000213
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: a. military occupational specialty (MOS) 71L1O (Administrative Specialist) in item 11 (Primary Specialty); b. he was awarded or authorized the Army Service Ribbon, Army Achievement Medal(s), Korea Defense Service Medal, "Korean Unit Citation," and Overseas Service Ribbon; c. vehicle and operator training, Korea Fall/Winter Driver Training Course, and Driver Improvement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000215
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Armed Forces Reserve Medal (AFRM) with Mobilization ("M") Device and a Meritorious Unit Commendation. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Armed Forces Reserve Medal is awarded for honorable and satisfactory service as a member of one or more of the Reserve Components for a period of 10 years. The evidence of record confirms she was ordered to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000218
He states: * there are no supporting documents for the negative information on his NCOER * it was not a relief for cause NCOER but a change of rater NCOER * no action was taken under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) and he was not counseled * he was rated as fully capable with a "3" for overall performance and a "1" for overall potential * he was not removed from the Drill Sergeant Program as he was still on Drill Sergeant duty until his permanent change of station (PCS) for his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000219
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was medically retired, to show his injuries were combat-related and Gulf War related, and to show he completed the Airborne Course. An SF 88 (Report of Medical Examination), dated 17 November 1994, shows a physician diagnosed him with a seizure disorder and indicated he was qualified for a Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) and separation. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000221
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his foreign service. Evidence of record shows he served in Southwest Asia and he participated in two designated campaigns in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000224
A Soldier must have at least 6 years of eligible service in order to transfer educational benefits to a spouse and at least 10 years of eligible service to transfer benefits to eligible children. The applicant had more than 23 years of service upon his retirement, so he was eligible to transfer benefits to either his spouse or children if he had completed the request before leaving military service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000227
BOARD DATE: 20 September 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120000227 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The policy states, in part, that those who retire on or before 1 August 2009 are, by law, not eligible to transfer unused Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. The applicant requests approval of TEB under the Post-9/11 GI Bill to his son.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000228
The applicant requests service credit during the Enhanced Retirement Qualification Period (ERQP) under the provisions of the 1995 Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA). Although the applicant and his employer did not satisfy all of the registration requirements of the program, given the applicants employment with the Washington State correctional system between 2 June 1995 and 28 November 1998 met all the program requirements and his employer has now provided the necessary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000233
The applicant requests removal of a duplicate DA Form 4980-5 (Bronze Star Medal Certificate) for Permanent Order 234-038, dated 21 August 2004, awarding him the Bronze Star Medal and removal of a memorandum with a suspense date of 27 January 2012, subject: Options Upon Non-selection for Promotion after Second Consideration, from his official military personnel file (OMPF). The applicant provides: * two Bronze Star Medal Certificates * promotion non-selection statement of separations options...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000239
The previous ROP concluded that the FSM's military record is void of documentation showing he was awarded the CIB or that he served in an infantry MOS while assigned to an infantry unit. The War Department received requests to award the CIB to non-infantry individuals and units employed as infantry during tactical emergencies. In the absence of evidence showing the FSM held an infantry MOS, the orders for the BSM are insufficient evidence on which to base award of the CIB in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000240
The applicant requests that the Korea Defense Service Medal be added to his official record. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The applicant served in Korea between September 1993 and October 1994. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Korea Defense Service Medal as an authorized award to both his 17 September 2003 and his 30 September 2011 DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000243
The applicant states, in effect, he was honorably discharged due to a personality disorder and he was issued an RE-3 code for a personality disorder. However, his record contains a DD Form 214 that shows that he was honorably discharged on 16 April 1993 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, due to a personality disorder. Army Regulation 635-200 further states that prior to discharge or release from active duty, individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000248
The applicant requests item 24 (Character of Service) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) issued on 2 December 1985 be corrected to show her characterization of service as honorable. The applicant states: a. she completed 4 months of active duty service during basic and advanced individual training (AIT) and returned to service with the Army National Guard (ARNG); b. she received an honorable discharge (HD) after completing 22.5 years service in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000249
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medal (BSM). However, the evidence of record does contain orders which show he was awarded the BSM for meritorious service and this award should be added to his DD Form 214 at this time. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 30 September 1969 to 29...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000251
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his Social Security Number (SSN) as "45x-xx-xxxx" instead of "54x-xx-xxxx." Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his SSN as"45x-xx-xxxx."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000254
The applicant requests upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. In his request for discharge he indicated he understood that by requesting discharge, he was admitting guilt to the charge against him or of a lesser included offense that also authorized the imposition of a discharge under other than honorable conditions. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for an upgrade of his discharge within...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000255
The examining official recommended her administrative discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 11. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. Personnel separated under this provision will be separated with their service uncharacterized.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000259
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 26 March 2009 to show all of his decorations, awards, and foreign service. The applicant states, in effect, his DD Form 214 does not reflect all of his decorations, awards and overseas service; however, his DD Forms 214 combined contains all the information. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000264
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show the dates of his foreign service and any authorized awards for his participation in the Gulf War. The applicant requests his DD Form 214 be corrected to show the dates of his foreign service and any authorized awards for his participation in the Gulf War. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000266
The applicant requests upgrade of his undesirable discharge to an honorable discharge. The applicant's record is void of his discharge packet; however, his record contains a DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) that shows on 5 March 1975 he was discharged by reason of conduct triable by court-martial with service characterized as under other than honorable conditions with issuance of a DD Form 258A (Undesirable Discharge Certificate). There is no evidence in the available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000267
State of Delaware, Marriage License and Certificate of Marriage, that shows the applicant and Dannette Michelle B---- were married on 20 October 2001; b. DD Form 2656-2 (SBP Termination Request) that shows: * the applicant requested to discontinue participation in the SBP * his spouse acknowledged her understanding of the disadvantages of the decision and provided her concurrence * the applicant, his spouse, and a witness signed the form on 29 December 2011 c. notarized statement by Dannette...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000272
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: a. his full foreign service in item 12f (Foreign Service) and b. award of the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM). Although the applicant contends that item 12f of his DD Form 214 is incorrect and that he served in Southwest Asia for more than 4 months and 6 days, there is no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000274
On 6 August 1998, the Director, Personnel Actions and Services, USAR Personnel Command, St. Louis, MO notified the applicant that he had completed the required years of service to be eligible for retired pay at age 60 (20-Year Letter). He was transferred in the Retired Reserve in May 1999. Evidence also shows the only reason the applicant's Retired Reserve status changed was because he desired to pursue an active duty career in the USAF which would both help with their need for dental...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000286
The applicant's records are not available to the Board for review. His service medical records are not available for review with this case. Regrettably, notwithstanding the applicant's sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation, such as a report of medical examination, repatriation physical, witness statements, morning reports, or other documentary evidence that conclusively shows that the applicant sustained wounds or injuries as a result of hostile action, that he was treated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000289
The applicant requests upgrade of his general under honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. On 5 March 1976, the applicant's unit commander initiated action to administratively separate him from active duty under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 5-37 (Expeditious Discharge Program (EDP)). The applicant's record does not contain any evidence showing he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board to have his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000290
The applicant requests the characterization of his discharge on 17 August 1995 be changed to honorable instead of uncharacterized. He was further advised that he may request to be discharged from the Army without delay or he may request retention on active duty. _______ _ 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 | CY2012 | 20120000291
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. The evidence of record shows the applicant was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for exemplary behavior, efficiency,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000292
The applicant requests upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. He goes on to state that he chose a chapter 10 for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial for driving under the influence (DUI) because his wife had just died in an accident after his DUI and the Army ordered him to return his daughters to New York to his mother-in-law and he was terrified that she would try and take his daughters away from him, which she...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000295
On 25 October 1984, the applicants commander informed him of his intent to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for patterns of misconduct. His overall record of service was considered and resulted in the issuance of a GD instead of the UOTHC discharge that is normally appropriate for members separated for misconduct. The evidence of record confirms the applicant completed 2 years, 3 months, and 21 days of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000296
Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation (DODFMR), volume 7B (Military Pay Policy and Procedures-Retired Pay), chapter 1 (Initial Entitlements-Retirements), section 0105 (Rank and Pay Grade), paragraph 010501A (General Determinations) states that unless entitled to a higher grade under some other provision of law, those Regular and Reserve members who retire other than for disability, will retire in the Regular or Reserve grade they hold on the date of retirement. By law, a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000300
The applicant requests award of the Combat Medical Badge (CMB). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the CMB is awarded to medical department personnel (colonel and below) who are assigned or attached to a medical unit of company or smaller size that is organic to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size which is engaged in active ground combat. These provisions permitted award of the CMB to Soldiers assigned to a Vietnamese unit engaged in actual ground combat...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000302
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he was awarded three Army Commendation Medals (ARCOM). 2nd Battalion, 39th Infantry was awarded the: * Presidential Unit Citation, for the period 7 March - 22 June 1968, by Department of the Army GO (DAGO) Number 60, dated 1969 * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for the period 1 December 1966 - 30 June 1968, by DAGO 31, dated 1969 b....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000303
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the dates of his service in Iraq as 25 October 2007-28 February 2009. His Soldier Deployment History Outprocessing Report shows he was deployed in support of a contingency operation from 25 October 2007 through 28 February 2009 (1 year, 4 months, and 4 days) and DFAS records confirm he received HFP/IDP and CZTE from 26 October 2007 through 6 December 2008. As a result, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000304
The applicant, the son of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show the following awards: * Bronze Star Medal * arrowhead device to denote assault landing * Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp * American Campaign Medal * foreign awards 2. e. A bronze service star is authorized with the EAME Campaign Medal based on qualifying service for each campaign listed in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000308
It states, in pertinent part, that the SPD code JGA is the appropriate code to assign to Soldiers separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11, entry level performance and conduct. Army Regulation 635-200 states, in pertinent part, 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. The available evidence shows the applicant had less than 180 days of creditable active...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000312
On or about 3 June 1980, the commander initiated action to separate the applicant under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 5-33f(2), trainee discharge program (TDP). The regulation essentially requires that the service member must have voluntarily enlisted; must be in basic, advanced individual training, on the job, or service school training prior to award of a military occupational specialty and must not have completed more...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000313
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the following awards: a. There is no evidence to show he is authorized a third award of the Bronze Star Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 29 January 1968 to 20 January 1970; b. deleting the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000315
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the Army Achievement Medal. There are no orders in the available record, nor has the applicant submitted any orders to substantiate his contention that he was awarded the Army Achievement Medal on 20 January 1988. _______ _ X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000318
On 13 February 2002, the applicant's immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12b, by reason of misconduct pattern of misconduct. On 27 February 2002, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, by reason of misconduct pattern of misconduct and directed his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000319
His DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these awards. Item 12f of his DD Form 214 shows he completed 2 years, 4 months, and 10 days of foreign service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding the following awards to item 13 of his DD Form 214: * Army Commendation Medal (4th Award) * Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal b. adding the entries "SERVICE IN SOMALIA FROM 14 JANUARY 1993- 29 APRIL...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000331
His DD Form 4 (Enlistment or Reenlistment Agreement Armed Forces of the United States), section II (Agreements), dated 8 May 1979, shows: * "reenlisted for Army Service School/Army Training Center Option" * "no waiver" * "SRB [selective reenlistment bonus]: 0" * "RCN [reenlistment control number]: 850684" * "67V1O Observation/Scout Helicopter Repairer (D67V)" b. The advisory opinion stated the applicant enlisted in the Army on 8 May 1979 for MOS 67V as a prior-service applicant. There is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000335
The applicant requests, through his Member of Congress, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, and Army Good Conduct Medal. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: * item 38 (Record of Assignments) he received "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his military service * Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) no listing of the Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, or Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000340
The applicant requests reconsideration of his earlier request for correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), for the period ending 30 March 1992, to show award of the Valorous Unit Award. As a new issue, he requests, in effect, correction to his DD Form 214, for the period ending 30 March 1992, to show all his awards, training, military occupational specialties (MOSs), and various schools. The evidence of record further shows he was awarded MOS...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120000343
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The record does contain a properly-constituted DD Form 214 that shows he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 5, Army Regulation 635-40, by reason of disability, EPTS, medical board. Notwithstanding the VA medical examination and separation orders provided by the applicant, absent evidence of record to corroborate the applicant's assertions, there is insufficient evidence to overcome the...