ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019778
His record shows he received negative counseling statements while assigned to Company D, 63rd Signal Battalion, Fort Gordon, GA. * on 13 March 1992, for failing the APFT * on 16 May 1992, because he was being recommended for a bar to reenlistment 15. His record does not contain any evidence to show he was recommended for or received awards. The evidence of record shows he was never recommended for or awarded a personal decoration or award and his commander disapproved award of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019784
A review of his personnel service records failed to show and he did not provide any evidence showing that he was ever awarded or recommended for award of the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device. Therefore, he is entitled to three bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 to show the bronze service stars. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019787
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general (under honorable conditions) discharge. On 18 December 1984, his immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him in accordance with paragraph 14-12a of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations) for misconduct - minor disciplinary infractions and drug abuse. There is no evidence showing he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019803
The applicant requests removal of a memorandum of notification of non-selection for promotion, dated 20 May 2011, from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File). On 20 May 2011, he received a memorandum of notification of non-selection for promotion to captain. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by removing the memorandum of notification of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019805
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her records by reinstating her as a member of the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) and showing she completed training and was awarded military occupational specialty (MOS) 25R (Visual Information Equipment Operator-Maintainer). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019809
He believes his 201 file (official military personnel file (now known as the Army Military Human Resource Record)) should reflect that based on his job in Korea, he should have been awarded the CIB. There is no evidence of record that shows he was recommended for or authorized award of the CIB during his period of service in Korea. _______ _ _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 | CY2012 | 20120019810
The applicant requests his general discharge (GD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge (HD). 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. An HD or GD could be issued under this program.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019811
The applicant states page two of Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Docket Number AR20110012270 lists three requirements for award of the CIB and shows he met only two of the three. It acknowledged he held an infantry military occupational specialty (MOS) and it shows he served with an infantry unit in Vietnam; however, it stated there was insufficient evidence to show he actively engaged in ground combat with his unit. In the absence of orders or other documentary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019816
That was the last he heard from CPT DC or the MAARNG until he came across his discharge certificate in 1989. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. _______ _ 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 | 20120019826
The applicant ultimately graduated from the USUHS and was assigned to a unit in Hawaii where his rater began exhibiting negative treatment towards the applicant. Army Regulation 623-3 (Evaluation Reporting System) establishes the policies and procedures and serves as the authority for the preparation of the OER. It provides that an OER accepted by Headquarters, Department of the Army, and included in the official record of an officer is presumed to be administratively correct and to have...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019829
The applicants state the FSM should be awarded the Purple Heart for a wound he incurred to his right eye when he was gassed in the Meuse-Argonne campaign in 1918. A Federal Board for Vocational Education Survey, dated 18 April 1921, shows he reported "defective sight in right eye and nervousness caused by gassing in action." Although the VA was unable to establish that his eye condition was connected to military service, medical research has since shown that the long-term effects of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019835
The applicant requests payment of $7,941.90 worth of student loans under the Loan Repayment Program (LRP) on behalf of her son, a former service member (FSM), who was killed in action. Payments totaling $10,869.56 to Sallie Mae and $2,234.64 to the Department of Education had already been authorized for the FSM's first and second year of active duty. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019836
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 23 May 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120019836 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 1 December 1987, the applicant was notified that he was being considered for separation with a general discharge for unsatisfactory performance. On 21 December 1987, the applicant was separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 13, with a general discharge for unsatisfactory performance.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019840
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: a. certificates of achievement; b. the Army Achievement Medal (AAM); and c. her deployment in Southwest Asia in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm and any awards and decorations to which she may be entitled for this service. Therefore, her DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these awards. Reference the attached Army Board for Correction of Military Records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019842
The applicant states that his medical records show he was wounded in action. 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 AR20110018037 on 1 March 2012. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge, b. deleting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019847
The applicant requests removal of the DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings Under Article 15, UCMJ (Uniform Code of Military Justice)), dated 19 February 2009, that is filed in the restricted section of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR), formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). The applicant states that the intended purpose of the nonjudicial punishment (NJP) has been served and the commander who imposed it supports his effort to have the NJP removed from...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019849
The applicant states: * he incurred asthma and he was considered to be medically disqualified for continued service while he was on active duty * he went through the Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)/Medical Retention Board (MMRB)/Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) process and was determined to be fit for duty for his medical condition * in June 2010 he was informed that he was no longer eligible for continued service due to the same medical condition * he was given the option to be placed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019850
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 16 May 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120019850 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of his previous request for correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-2530. There is no document contained in the applicant's official record showing he ever used XXX-XX-2530 as his SSN while he was in the Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019853
The applicant provides: * a certificate from the American Nurses Credentialing Center * a memorandum, dated 17 March 2007, from the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (HRC) * a memorandum, dated 19 April 2005, from Headquarters, U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) Command, Fort McPherson, GA with Army Reserve Clinical Credentialing Affairs (ARCCA) Checklist * DA Form 1059 (Service School Academic Evaluation Report) * transcripts from the State University of New York * four reference letters * his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019865
The applicant was promoted by the ALARNG to the rank of CPT on 27 June 2011. Title 10, USC, section 14308(f) (Effective date of promotion after FEDREC), states the effective date of a promotion of a Reserve commissioned officer of the Army or the Air Force who is extended FEDREC in the next higher grade in the ARNG or the Air National Guard under section 307 or 310 of Title 32 shall be the date on which such FEDREC in that grade is so extended. This statute does not provide the Board with...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019871
c. His neck was broken in four places and his ribs and back were hurt through this as well. The applicant provides: * DWC Form 73 (Texas Workers' Compensation Work Status Report) * 2008 medical summary * Reevaluation by Attending Physician * Form VTR-214 (Application for Persons with Disabilities Parking Placecard and/or License Plate) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The regulation governing award of the Purple Heart specifically states that in order to support award of the Purple Heart,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019873
The applicant requests correction of the Social Security Number (SSN) on his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the third digit is "5." 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. The available evidence show the applicant used a "3" as the third digit of his SSN...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019874
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's military records are not available for review. Further, there is also no evidence available nor did the applicant provide any evidence that shows he is entitled to award of the BSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019900
Failure to respond within 30 days would constitute a waiver of all rights and would result in her being discharged with an honorable character of service; f. three DA Forms 4856, dated respectively: (1) 4 August 2010, which indicated she was counseled and elected medical retirement; (2) 4 August 2010, which indicated she received an exit interview due to medical retirement; and (3) 9 August 2010, which indicates she elected retirement in lieu of a medical board; g. an Acknowledgement of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019901
The applicant provides copies of: * May/June 2012 issue of the Vietnam Veterans of America Magazine, page 41 * 1st Cavalry Division Vietnam Combat Certificate * letter from the applicant to this Board, dated 15 August 2011 * DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record), pages 2, 3, and 4 * Operational Report, 1st Cavalry Division, for the period ending 30 April 1970, dated 12 November 1970 * 5th Battalion, 7th...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019922
The DD Form 214 he was issued for this period of service does not show the Combat Infantryman Badge and his record is void of orders awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Combat Infantryman Badge is awarded to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019924
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 AR20110023324, on 3 May 2012. He served in Vietnam 20 October 1968 through 15 June 1969. c. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he was in a patient status from on or about 17 April 1969 to on or about 6 July 1969. d. His service record contains a hospital message...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019926
The applicant's military service records are not available to the Board for review. Based on the available evidence, a calculation of the approximate period of his service in Korea shows the following: 1951 01 02 approximate date of deployment to Korea + 0 11 24 total foreign service (from DD Form 214) = 1951 12 26 or 26 December 1951 - date returned to United States c. Thus, based on the available evidence, it is reasonable to conclude that the applicant served in Korea from 2 January 1951...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019928
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show a different social security number (SSN). A review of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) revealed that all documents contained in his record bearing his SSN reflect the SSN he claims is incorrect. The evidence of record shows he served under the SSN shown on his DD Form 214 throughout his entire military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019929
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: * his last name as H-xx * his primary military occupational specialty (MOS) as 11B (Light Weapons Infantryman) * he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge * his service number as US xx xx2 xxx 2. The available record shows the applicant was awarded and served in an infantry MOS. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in and was separated in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019931
The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted in the Army under the name "B--- W------ H-----." As a result, the Board recommends denial of so much of the application that pertains to changing the applicant's name on the DD Form 214 to read "L--- B---- H-----." ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20120019931 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20120019931 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019933
The applicant states he would like a review of his records to determine if he was awarded or is entitled to award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file. DISCUSSION AND...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019936
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show this award. This pamphlet shows the 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, was cited for award of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for the period 12 July 1965 through 7 April 1970 by Department of the Army General Order Number 53, dated 1970. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019937
The applicant requests that his permanent retirement by reason of physical disability be voided and that he either be returned to active duty or be discharged with severance pay. Paragraph 2-11 of this regulation states that applicants do not have a right to a hearing before the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR). The applicant was retired by reason of permanent disability because the applicable laws require retirement when a disability rating is determined to be 30% or more.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019939
While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file. The FSM's complete military records are not available for review. There is no evidence of record available and the applicant has provided insufficient evidence to show her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019944
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 Combat Infantryman Badge. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. The evidence of record shows he performed the duties of a vehicle mechanic while assigned to an infantry unit during his tour of duty in Vietnam; however, by regulation, in order to support award of the Combat Infantryman...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019945
The evidence of record shows that upon entry in the U.S. Army the applicant reported his name was "Harry C. B----" and his military service record properly reflects this name. Therefore, the court order offers insufficient evidence to support a change to the name recorded in the applicant's military service records. Considering all the evidence and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law, and regulations, the document provided by the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019946
On 31 January 1972 after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10. In summary, he stated: * he served one 12-month tour of duty in Vietnam * he had a good record, except for one Article 15 * he wanted to get out of the Army because he could not adjust to military life and this was the reason for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019947
The applicant requests that the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). The applicant also served in three campaigns in Vietnam and is entitled to have three bronze service stars added to his Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting the award of the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019950
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The court-martial proceedings were conducted in accordance with applicable law and regulations, the punishment imposed was within legal limits, and the record of court-martial proceedings and appellate review are properly filed. The applicant destroyed a very commendable and honorable career and virtually negated his prior honorable discharges with the serious nature of his offenses and loss of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019951
The applicant requests that the military records of his grandfather, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show the FSM is entitled to the World War I (WWI) Victory Medal with a battle clasp for the Meuse-Argonne campaign. The applicant provided an excerpt from the "Order of Battle" First Army Composition document that indicates the 2nd Battalion, Pioneer Infantry Regiment was included in the Meuse-Argonne Operation from 26 September to 11 November 1918. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019953
After hearing testimony from all parties concerned, to include the applicant who appeared with counsel, the board of officers determined the applicant should be discharged for unfitness due to his frequent involvements in incidents of a discreditable nature with civil and/or military authorities and recommended the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. On 14 April 1980, he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for an upgrade of his discharge. When authorized, it is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019954
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge under honorable conditions to fully honorable. Service of Soldiers separated because of unsatisfactory performance under this regulation would be characterized as honorable or under honorable conditions as warranted by their military records.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019956
The applicant requests, in effect: a. upgrade of his undesirable discharge for the period ending 25 March 1971 to an honorable discharge; b. issuance of an Honorable Discharge Certificate for the period 18 October 1968 through 25 May 1970 and c. issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate for the period 26 May 1970 through 25 March 1971, 2. On 17 July 1972, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's request for an upgrade of his undesirable discharge to an honorable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019958
The applicant provides: * 1987 Radiology Report * Plateau Medical Center records * three Standard Forms 600 (Health Record Chronological Record of Medical Care) * Standard Form 545 (Laboratory Report) * 2004 VA Rating Decision * 2004 letter to his Reserve unit * concurrence of hardship discharge request memorandum * 2005 USAR discharge orders * Confidential Summary (10 pages) * 2005 Progress Notes (5 pages) * 2005 and 2007 VA Rating Decision * letter from VA CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019963
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his deployment to Iraq. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM) is awarded to members who served in direct support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Therefore, item 18 of his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show he served in Kuwait/Iraq from 5 January 2004 to 14 December 2004.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019964
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his home of record as Ohio. The applicant states he was never a resident of Oregon; he was visiting Oregon when he enlisted. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form 214 to show his home of record as 76 L*** L**, Mansfield, OH, as shown in his Security Clearance Application.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019966
The applicant requests correction of his honorable discharge from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) to a medical retirement. Once a determination of physical unfitness is made, the PEB rates all disabilities using the VA Schedule of Rating Disabilities (VASRD). The Army rates only conditions determined to be physically unfitting at the time of discharge which disqualify the Soldier from further military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019968
On 14 March 2008, the applicant was honorably released from active duty (REFRAD) under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 4 by reason of completion of required active service and he was transferred to the Army National Guard of South Carolina. The applicant contends his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his narrative reason for separation as "disability" based on the 100 percent service-connected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120019969
The applicant provides: * Orders 072-336, PRARNG, dated 22 April 1999 * Standard Form 600 (Chronological Record of Medical Care), dated 7 June 1999 * DD Form 689 (Individual Sick Slip), dated 7 June 1999 * DA Form 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty Status), dated 9 June 1999 * DD Form 689, dated 9 June 1999 * letter, PRARNG, dated 1 July 1999 * Standard Form 600, dated 8 July 1999 * Standard Form 600, dated 2 September 1999 * Standard Form 600, dated 1 November 1999 * DA Form...