ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021511
The applicant's record shows he enlisted in the Regular Army on 24 April 1979. Following consultation with legal counsel, 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. a. Paragraph 3-7a states that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021514
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. On 2 April 1992, the applicant's company commander initiated action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separation), chapter 13, for unsatisfactory performance, with 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021528
The applicant states he received a reduction in rank from specialist (SPC)/pay grade E-4 to private (PVT)/pay grade E-1 due to an arrest for driving under the influence. The NJP is wholly set aside when the commander who imposed the punishment, a successor-in-command, or a superior authority sets aside all punishment imposed upon an individual under Article 15. As provided for in the Manual for Courts-Martial, maximum punishments that may be imposed as NJP are dependent on the rank of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021529
The applicant requests that the records of her husband, a former service member (FSM), be corrected by upgrading his general discharge (GD) to an honorable discharge (HD). He stated he had not forced the victim into C____'s car or committed any assault upon her. However, the separation authority may direct a general discharge if such is merited by the Soldiers overall record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021530
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 10 November 1975 to show his social security number (SSN) as "XXX-98-XXXX." His DD Form 214 for this period of service shows his SSN as "XXX-38-XXXX." His DD Form 214 for this period of service shows his SSN as "XXX-98-XXXX."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021533
There is no evidence of record that shows he was injured or wounded as a result of hostile action or that he was awarded the Purple Heart. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against and enemy or as a result of hostile action. The applicant contends he should be awarded the Purple Heart because he was injured while serving in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021537
He was transferred to the MNARNG and executed an oath of office as an ARNG commissioned officer on 15 May 2006. The ARNG offers a $10,000.00 Officer Accession/Affiliation Bonus to newly-commissioned officers and newly-appointed warrant officers who agree to serve 6 years in a critical UIC. Although an OAB was offered at the time for his specialty, there is no evidence he executed a written agreement regarding this bonus.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021543
At the time, the company commander handed him a Purple Heart medal, but told him the paperwork would have to catch up with him because it would have to come through the medical facilities at Cu Chi. There is no evidence in his service personnel record showing he was wounded during his period of service in Vietnam. c. Notwithstanding the applicant's contention and his sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as a result of enemy...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021545
The applicant provides copies of his: * Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) proceedings * Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) proceedings * VA rating decision CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The evidence of record shows the PEB considered the applicant's entire case file, including the LOD finding and his MEB proceedings. Records show that after the applicant's PEB findings and recommendations were approved, and the PEBLO provided the applicant information about applying for VA compensation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021547
The applicant requests payment of annual Health Professions Officer Incentive Pay (HPOIP) for the period 2011-2012 in the amount of $5,000.00. The applicant states that as a Physician Assistant in the U.S. Army, she is entitled to receive incentive pay in the amount of $5,000.00 per year. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing she entered into an HPOIP contract for the period covering 6 April 2011 to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021550
The applicant states he does not understand why the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) denied award of the "Army of Occupation Medal (Japan)." His DD Form 214 shows in: * Item 27 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) - Korean Service Medal with 1 silver service star and 2 bronze service stars and United Nations Service Medal * Item 28 (Most Significant Duty Assignment) - Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021551
f. On 20 October 2010, she was ordered to active duty at MAMC for a period of 111 days in a Contingency Operation for Active Duty Operational Support (COADOS) status. h. On 30 June 2011, orders were published by the Soldier Readiness Center, Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington releasing the applicant from active duty effective 26 June 2011 and transferring her to the USAR Control Group (Retired). The applicant contends that she was not cleared for demobilization and therefore, should...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021553
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 AR20110003409 on 13 October 2011. In his previous application to the Board he provided a copy of General Orders Number 5997 issued by Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division on 27 June 1968 awarding the BSM to the applicant for meritorious achievement on 1 February 1968. During the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021555
General Orders Number 430, dated 18 April 1970, issued by Headquarters, I Field Force Vietnam, show the applicant was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service during the period 29 July 1969 to 13 May 1970. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted active Federal military service completed on or after 27 August 1940; and, for the first award only, upon termination of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021557
This is exactly what he was trying to state when he first requested award of the Air Medal for which he was not recognized in error there would be no record. He indicated that his unit was awarded the Air Medal. The Air Medal is an individual award, not a unit award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021558
The applicant would have been eligible for a 1-year RNISP contract at $5,000 per year upon meeting the education and certification requirements on 1 August 2012. f. A review of the available officer special pay and finance data indicates that a 4-year RNISP contract at $20,000 per year effective 1 October 2012 was processed and paid. g. Based on the discussion above, the applicant is not eligible for the requested RNISP. The advisory opinion provides the applicant a couple options which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021564
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show all of her awards to include the Purple Heart. The applicant provides copies of: * DD Form 214 * DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action) dated 9 June 2004 * Permanent Orders 144-041, Multi-National Corps Iraq, dated 23 May 2004 * Certificate for award of the Purple Heart CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021567
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 AR20110001728 on 28 July 2011. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Combat Infantryman Badge is awarded to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS. Further, the Combat Infantryman Badge is not an award for being shot at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021568
The applicant provides: * Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Form 21-4138 (Statement in Support of Claim), dated 22 October 2012 * Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) decision memorandum, dated 20 July 2012, and Record of Proceedings, dated 12 July 2012 * Special Orders Number 25, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Training Center, Infantry, Fort Ord, CA, dated 25 January 1969 * Special Orders Number 69, issued by Headquarters, 9th Infantry Division, dated 10 March 1969 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021569
The applicant requests correction of the DA Form 1506 (Service Computation for Separation) to add 5 years of constructive service credit. It is lacking the five (5) years of "constructive service for Medical Corps/Dental Corps (MC/DC)" that he should have been given (4 years for his medical school and 1 year for his internship) because his commission as a medical officer date of 9 June 1969 is prior to the 15 September 1981 date cited in Military Personnel (MILPER) Message 06-066, dated 7...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021571
He had to fight racial injustice from superiors and was not allowed to transfer to another unit. Following counseling, the applicant submitted a voluntary written request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial. The applicant's record is void of any evidence and he has failed to provide any evidence that shows he ever was a victim of or sought...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021574
The letter from Dr. NAOV provided by the applicant is new evidence, which requires that the Board reconsider his request. On 11 February 2003 he was ordered to active duty in support of Operation Enduring Freedom as a motor transport operator. In order to qualify for CRSC, the military retiree must show the disability was incurred while engaged in combat, while performing duties simulating combat conditions, or while performing especially hazardous duties such as parachuting or scuba diving.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021576
Both his service and VA medical records show treatment for bilateral plantar fasciitis, pes planus, and anxiety disorder, not otherwise specified. However, the USAPDA stated he was found unfit for duty due to bilateral foot pain and recommended him for separation with a zero percent disability rating and severance pay. Upon a finding of fit for duty, there is no disability rating assigned by the Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021578
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). She provides the following: * Self-authored statement * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * DA Form 3822 (Report of Mental Status Evaluation), dated 24 December 2011 * Enlistment/Reenlistment Document * Memorandum, Subject: Separation Under Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), Chapter 5, Paragraph 5-17, Other Designated Physical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021579
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 M____. The evidence of record confirms the applicant changed her last name to S____ upon her marriage in 2006 and this is the last name she used throughout the last 3 years and 6 months of her active duty service. _______ _ X ______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021581
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to add the: * Army Good Conduct Medal * Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * All other awards to which he may be entitled 2. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021583
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Upon his discharge from the Army, DFAS audited his pay records between May 2002 and September 2007, although he was discharged in 2004. It appears he contested/disputed this debt with DFAS.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021585
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. He provides a letter, dated 20 October 2012, from the Installation Transportation Officer at Fort Hood, TX which states: * his request for reinstatement and extension of his expired transportation entitlement was disapproved * yearly...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021586
The applicant requests, in effect, that his 1 June 2004 U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) discharge orders be revoked and that he be transferred to the Retired Reserve. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Photograph of a military identification card * Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-Year Letter) * Army Reserve Personnel Command (ARPC) Form 249-E (Chronological Statement of Retirement Points) * Orders D-06-419231...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021590
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 20 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021590 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The DD Form 214 he was issued shows: * he was credited with the completion of 2 years, 10 months, and 6 days of net active service during this period of enlistment * he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, in lieu of trial by court-martial * he was issued an under other than honorable conditions discharge * he had lost time from 12...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021595
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his: * SSN as "xxx-96-x5xx" instead of "xxx-21-x1xx" * DOB as 4 September 1953 instead of 24 December 1958 2. 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. Although the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021599
On 30 September 1974, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed the issuance of a DD Form 258A (Undesirable Discharge Certificate). There is no evidence to show the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. The evidence of record clearly shows the applicant had completed a 12-month tour of duty in the RVN and had attained the rank of specialist five...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021601
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 Purple Heart. However, he contends he was awarded the Purple Heart and provides a USARV Casualty Report that clearly shows he sustained an injury on 6 December 1970 that was caused by the enemy and that also shows he was treated at the 93rd Evacuation Hospital in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021602
On 25 July 1972, the separation authority approved the applicant's separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 and directed the issuance of a General Discharge Certificate. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by issuing him a new DD Form 214 showing his character of service as honorable and an Honorable Discharge Certificate, dated 25 August 1972, in lieu of the DD Form 214 and General Discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021603
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: * Army Commendation Medal * Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation 2. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021604
On 22 October 1986, the company commander notified the applicant of the proposed recommendation to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12b, for misconduct with a general discharge. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Records show the applicant was 22 years of age at the time of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021606
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states, in effect, that he was discharged for unsatisfactory performance, but he was actually discharged because he was a homosexual who was "outed" by other service members and his sergeant said that he did not want to write that down. There is no evidence in the available records to show he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021608
h. The applicant's ADL loss was within 730 days of the traumatic event. Therefore, his claim for ADL loss after August 2008 is well within the 730-day period. Counsel's contentions and argument were carefully considered; however, by law, for an ADL loss to be covered there must be a traumatic event that leads to a loss for a duration of at least 30 days; the member must require assistance to perform two of six ADLs; and the ADL loss must be certified by a healthcare provider and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021615
The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not reflect his overseas service during the Gulf War. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the SWA Service Medal (SWASM) is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who participated in Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm in the designated area on or after 2 August 1990 to 30 November 1995. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * adding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021619
The applicant provides: * 2012 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) request for outpatient services * Letter from the VA * 1983 Emergency Care and Treatment * Request pertaining to military records * Standard Form 93 (Report of Medical History) * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * First page of his Request for Discharge for the Good of the Service * Congressional correspondence * Letters of support/character reference letters CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021626
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: a. award of the Army Good Conduct Medal, Humanitarian Service Medal (HSM), and Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge for the light anti-tank weapon (LAW), and b. his year of birth as 1957. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021627
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. Records show that the applicant participated in seven campaign periods during his service in the RVN. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021631
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his award of the Purple Heart (PH) and the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). The applicant's military records are not available for review. It also corrected his DD Form 214 to show the award of the Korean Service Medal with one bronze service star instead of two bronze service stars.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021633
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (2d Award) for the period 10 December 1972 to 9 December 1975; b. deleting from his DD Form 214 the Bronze Star Medal with 1st oak leaf...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021634
Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this unit award. However, evidence shows he participated in two campaigns during his service in Iraq. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his DD Form 214 the Iraq Campaign Medal with campaign star, and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the: * Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars * Meritorious Unit...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021635
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests upgrade of his uncharacterized discharge to an honorable or a general discharge. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021638
If possible, the applicant requests to appear before the Board. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, stated a general discharge was a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. There is no evidence in his military records and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence which shows he was diagnosed with PTSD or any other mental condition at the time of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021641
The applicant states, in effect, he was having family problems and the Army discharged him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial. In his request for discharge, he acknowledged he understood if the discharge request was approved he might be discharged under other than honorable conditions and be furnished an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. On 25 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021651
The applicant's military records contain the following documents, each of which show his date of birth as 21 July 1949: * DA Form 428 (Application for Identification Card) * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) * DA Form 20 3. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing in Item 9 of his DD Form 214 a date of birth of 21 July 1949, as shown on his birth certificate. _______ _ X ______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021665
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous request for correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Army Superior Unit Award. The applicant states he is providing evidence which shows his unit was awarded the Army Superior Unit Award for the period 1 May 1984 through 1 February 1985 and he was assigned to the unit during that time. Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous...