ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021231
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show he transferred his educational benefits to his daughter under the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The available evidence shows the applicant was eligible to transfer his educational benefits to his family members under the program prior to his retirement date. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021237
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 28 February 2007 to show the spelling of his middle name as "Stephan." DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows his middle name as "Stephan" at the time of his enlistment in 1983. ___________X______________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021238
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal with arrowhead device and a bronze service star to denote participation credit in the Panama Campaign. c. Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021239
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). If he believes documents in his VA claim file support correcting his record to show award of the Bronze Star Medal, he must provide copies of these documents. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence available to show the applicant was recommended for or awarded the Bronze Star Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021240
BOARD DATE: 25 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021240 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that his award of the Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal (ARCAM) be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The applicant was awarded the ARCAM (1st Award) for the period 20060405 through 20090404; however, it does not appear that he met the regulatory requirements for that award because he served on active duty for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021241
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests his general discharge under honorable conditions be upgraded to an honorable discharge. His suicidal gestures solely to gain attention to obtain a discharge clearly show he did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021243
Army Regulation 600-8-29, paragraph 5-5 states that an officer may decline certain promotions and that the officer should be counseled by his or her rater about the impact of declination. The IG indicated the applicant's promotion list was approved on 30 December 2009 and the PDA selection board did not meet until after 6 January 2010. Further, based on the statement in Enclosure 1 of the MOI and on COL KLC's response to the applicant, evidence shows the OPMD Director intended that the DCP...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021245
The exception to policy memorandum stated he: * had been issued a control number via Information Management and Reporting Center (iMARC) * executed a CSRB addendum for AOC 19A on 10 April 2008 * received the first installment of $10,000 on 15 May 2008 * the second installment was rejected because his AOC was not listed as a critical AOC on the NGB's approved list of AOCs that qualified for the bonus 21. The applicant's primary skill, 19A, was not a designated skill for the bonus and there...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021247
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) to a general under honorable conditions discharge. On 1 October 2002, he was honorably discharged to become a member of the USAR. The available evidence does not support the applicant's request for an upgrade of his USAR discharge from under other than honorable conditions discharge to a general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021250
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides copies of his: * WD AGO Form 53-55 * Honorable Discharge Certificate * Letter recommendation for award of the Bronze Star Medal, dated 29 May 1945 * WD AGO Form 100 (Army of the United States Separation Qualification Records) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021254
On 14 May 2011, a Federal Recognition Board (FRB) convened by the HIARNG to consider the applicant for appointment into the ARNG. a. Paragraph 2-2 states that the effective date of Federal recognition for original appointment is the date on which the commissioned officer executes the oath of office in the State. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * amending Federal Recognition Special Orders Number 266 AR,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021257
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 20 August 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021257 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Personnel, Personnel Separations), chapter 12, states that noncommissioned officers holding the grade of MSG at retirement, whose records show successful service as a 1SG, will be placed on the retired list in the grade title 1SG. There is no evidence of record to show he was a 1SG after 1 May 2010 or on his date of retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021273
l. His medical records show the continued treatment he received for his injuries. He was subsequently medically retired from the Army because of his injuries and other medical conditions. The TSGLI program was established by Congress to provide relief to Soldiers and their families after suffering a traumatic injury.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021274
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 AR20110023390 on 2 August 2012. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1450(f)(3)(A), permits a former spouse to make a written request that an SBP election of former spouse coverage be deemed to have been made when the former spouse is awarded the SBP annuity incident to a proceeding of divorce....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021275
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her last name as "G____" vice "B____" and to add award of the Army Commendation Medal. There is no evidence in the available records that shows she was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. In the absence of orders, there is insufficient evidence to correct her DD Form 214 to show award of the Army Commendation Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021278
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) as "x3x-xx-xxxx" instead of "x2x-xx-xxxx." The applicant was inducted into the Army of the United States on 19 February 1964. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by from item 32 of his DD Form 214 the current SSN entry and replacing it with the SSN as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021279
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the bronze arrowhead device with his Vietnam Service Medal. He served as a rifle platoon leader with Company B, 4th Battalion, 503d Airborne Infantry Regiment, 173d Airborne Brigade, during the period September 1967 to September 1968. c. The arrowhead device is authorized for wear on the Vietnam Service Medal for assault landings by combat air assaults in Vietnam. The applicant contends he should be awarded the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021289
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021292
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 18 July 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021292 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The available evidence does not support the applicant's request for correction of his record to show he was promoted to SFC/E-7. _______ _ _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 | 20120021293
Although the special orders show a DEROS of 30 March 1968, there is no evidence showing he remained in Korea past the 18 March 1968 date shown in item 38 of his DA Form 20. The Board further determined the evidence presented is insufficient to warrant a portion of the requested relief. ___________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 | 20120021297
On 2 August 1977, the applicant's company commander initiated action against the applicant under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14 (Misconduct), for concealment of a conviction by civil court (i.e., fraudulent enlistment). The applicant's DD Form 214 shows, on 2 January 1979, he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-33b(1), due to misconduct - frequent incidents of a discreditable nature...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021298
COUNSEL'S REQUEST, STATEMENT AND EVIDENCE: 1. Counsel stated that if the CG decided to proceed with the reprimand, the applicant made the specific requests listed below: * File the reprimand locally and allow him to continue serving in the Special Forces community * If the CG determines more than local filing, direct the legal office in Afghanistan to provide the complete packet of evidence that allegedly supports the allegations of the reprimand * Direct the legal office in Afghanistan to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021300
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his middle name as "Lonzo." The DD Form 4 completed at that time shows his middle name as "Lonzo." In view of the available evidence, it would be appropriate to correct item 1 of his DD Form 214 to show his middle name as "Lonzo."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021302
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. Although the applicant's records confirm he was treated at the aid station in Vietnam on 30 June 1970, there is no evidence that shows he was treated on this date for a wound or injury received as a result of hostile action. _______ _ _x______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021304
The applicant requests a change of his reentry eligibility (RE) code from an RE-3 to an RE-1 so that he may reenter the military. The regulation provides 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. At the time of his discharge, he was assigned a separation code of "JFO" and an RE code of "3."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021307
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-11, states Soldiers who were not medically qualified under procurement medical fitness standards when accepted for enlistment or who became medically disqualified under these standards prior to entry on active duty will be separated. Medical proceedings, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by an appropriate military medical authority within 6 months...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021308
BOARD DATE: 25 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021308 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests in effect, correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her last name as "Cxxxxy" instead of "Jxxxs." A DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action), dated 23 February 1990, shows the applicant's last name was changed in her service records to "Jxxxs."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021309
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021312
The Soldiers who told U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID) investigators that they bought drugs from him were already in trouble and were falsely accusing him so their charges would be reduced or dismissed. On 15 September 1980, the applicant consulted with legal counsel and he voluntarily requested 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. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021313
On 30 August 1973, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial, with an under other than honorable conditions discharge and reduction to the lowest enlisted grade. There is no indication he petitioned the Army Discharge Review Board for a review of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Discharges under the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021314
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 2 July 1979, the senior commander - a general officer - reviewed the charges and opined that discharging the applicant would be in the best interest of the Army. On 5 July 1979, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by a court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021316
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 2 November 1982, the applicant was released from the GAARNG and transferred to the U.S. Army Reserve Control Group (Annual Training) under the provisions of Army Regulation 136-178 (ARNG and Army Reserve Separation of Enlisted Personnel), chapter 7 (Unsatisfactory Performance of Statutory Obligated Member). Orders Number D-05-902645 issued by the U.S. Army Reserve Personnel Center, St. Louis, MO, dated 21 May 1984, show he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021318
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. _______ _ X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021319
The applicant requests correction of his military service records to show award of the Vietnam Service Medal and the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Campaign Medal with Device (1960). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Vietnam Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021320
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. A review of the available records failed to reveal an official record or document that shows the applicant had qualifying military service other than the period of service recorded on his DD Form 214. There is no evidence in the available military service records that shows the applicant was credited with any other qualifying service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021321
The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 for the period ending 31 July 1969 * DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) for the period ending 1 August 1951 * Legion of Merit citation * photos of the Legion of Merit, Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, and Army Commendation Medal with his name engraved on the reverse side of the medals CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The Legion of Merit is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by exceptionally...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021323
The applicant provides: a. An email, dated 23 January 2012, from a Verizon email user who states he was the unit medic at the time in question and that he treated the applicant for a small concussion at Vinh Kim after a mortar round knocked him off his feet in February 1969. c. A statement, dated 12 January 2012, from a radio telephone operator who served in the same unit at the time. Therefore, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021324
The applicant requests award of the Bronze Star Medal and correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show this award. The available evidence further shows that based on his service during World War II in Hawaii, he is entitled to the American Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his WD AGO Form 53-55 the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021325
There is no evidence of record he was issued a DD Form 214 for his period of service from 6 May 1969 through 6 February 1971. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show this unit award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting the Vietnam Service Medal from his DD Form 214 * adding the following awards to his DD Form 214 * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021326
His record contains two pages of his DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) created upon his enlistment in the IAARNG wherein it shows his SSN as X78-XX-XXXX. Item 3 of the DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) he was issued for this period of service shows his SSN as X78-XX-XXXX. The applicant's records for his service in the Regular Army from 27 August 1970 to 26 August 1974 are not available for review with this case; however, his records contain a DD Form 214 for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021329
He was told if he resigned he would only receive a general discharge. d. He had been in the Army for 3 years and he never received an Article 15 or any court-martial conviction until he came to Korea where he received an Article 15 for failing to repair (first enlistment). When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021330
The applicant states that during the previous consideration of his case the Board noted he had requested a deferment from the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Course (USASMC) Phase II until his return from Iraq; however, such was not the case. A memorandum, dated 24 October 2003, requested deferment of the applicant's school date for USASMC Phase II. The letter provided by the applicant from the battalion personnel officer at the time confirms the applicant's contentions that he did not request a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021336
She remained absent in desertion until she surrendered to military authorities on 4 September 1984 and charges were preferred against her for the unauthorized absence. There is no evidence in the available records to show she applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of her discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. An Under Other than Honorable Conditions Discharge Certificate would normally be furnished to an individual who was discharged for the good...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021337
* He provided a profile that shows his physical limitation * He has no documentation to show he followed up with a civilian physical about physical abnormalities d. page 5 (Discussion and Conclusions), paragraph number 4 that "The Army must find unfitness for duty at the time of separation before a member may be medically retired or separated." There is no evidence in his service records and he provides insufficient evidence to show that at the time of his release from active duty that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021339
On 31 December 1985, the separation authority approved the proposed discharge action and directed the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 15, with a General Discharge Certificate. The Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness memorandum, dated 20 September 2011, subject: Correction of Military Records Following Repeal of Section 654 of Title 10, U.S. Code, provides policy guidance for Service Discharge Review Boards (DRB's) and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021340
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM). Permanent orders awarded the applicant the ARCOM for meritorious service for during his period of active duty service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding to his DD Form 214 the Army Commendation Medal, and b. issuing him a replacement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021345
General Orders Number 5456, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Vietnam, dated 26 October 1967, awarded the applicant the AM for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight for the period 7 July 1966 to 18 June 1967. There are no orders or evidence in his military personnel record that show he was awarded a subsequent award of the AM. General orders awarded the applicant the AM for the period 7 July 1966 to 18 June 1967, which is shown on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021346
The separation authority approved the request and directed the issuance of a discharge under other than honorable conditions. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, an under other than honorable conditions discharge is considered appropriate. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021350
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence clearly shows the applicant served in Vietnam from 27 February 1970 to 8 February 1971. His DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these dates.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021351
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides: * a self-authored statement * a letter to a MOC * Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Record of Proceedings * 2 letters from the VA * VA Rating Decision CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. It states the Purple Heart is awarded to members wounded in action and states that in order to award the Purple Heart, there must be evidence the wound for which the award is...