ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021788
On 24 November 1970, the applicant was notified by his commander of the intent to initiate separation action against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 (Personnel Separations Discharge Misconduct) for conviction by a civil court. This correspondence shows the VA has denied his request for assistance on multiple occasions based on his characterization of service. The ABCMR does not grant requests for upgrade of discharges solely for the purpose of making an applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021789
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 Bronze Star Medal (BSM). Therefore, his records should be corrected to show these unit awards. 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 VSM; b. awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 3 January 1968 through 18 December 1970;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021797
c. He adds that the injury would have been rated as unfitting, with an additional 20% disability rating, qualifying him for medical retirement. (1) The physician noted the MRI scan was not available for review. Except for the one rated condition, the several medical conditions discussed above did not keep the applicant from performing his duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021798
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, and Combat Infantryman Badge 2. The applicant states these awards are not listed on his DD Form 214. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214, effective 21 May 2011 * National Guard Bureau (NGB) Form 22 (Report of Separation and Record of Service), effective 21 May 2011 * Permanent Orders 268-002, dated 24 September 2008 * Purple...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021800
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 award of the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM). The available evidence shows he served a period of qualifying service for award of the ICM with two bronze service stars and GWOTSM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021803
On 18 February 1969, the appropriate authority approved the recommendation for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206, due to civil conviction, and directed that the applicant be issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. The applicant's medical records were not available for review and there are no documents contained in his military personnel record which would indicate the applicant suffered from PTSD or any other mental health condition during his period of service....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021805
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his rank as brigadier general (BG) in lieu of colonel (COL) and to show award of the Distinguished Service Medal in lieu of the Defense Superior Service Medal. Therefore, his DD Form 214 correctly shows his rank and grade as of the date of his release from active duty and no action is warranted. _______ _ X ______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021811
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests award of the Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp. The applicant's military records were not available to the Board for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021813
His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows his service number as "USXXXXXX15" and his DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) shows his SSN as "XXX-3X-XXXX." He provided GO Number 696, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Support Command, Saigon, on 27 July 1968, which awarded him the Army Commendation Medal for the period August 1967 through July 1968 and listed his: * service number listed as "USXXXXXX15" * SSN listed as "XXX-5X-XXXX" 8. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021814
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. His completion of the alcohol rehabilitation program is noted; however, he completed the program after he was discharged from the Army. Therefore, the Board determined the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021815
The applicant requests the Combat Action Ribbon be added to his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or Discharge). There is no evidence that any U.S. Marine Corps or U.S. Navy unit awarded the applicant the Combat Action Ribbon. _______ _ _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 | 20120021816
The applicant, through a Member of Congress, requests: a. correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show his foreign service as 31 months instead of 11 months and 3 days; and b. correction to item 6 (Date of Entry into Active Service) of his WD AGO Form 100 (Army of the United States Separation Qualification Record) to show the entry 17 January 1941 instead of 17 January 1945. The applicant's military records are not available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021820
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 6 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021820 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 13 May 1990 to show the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) and the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021824
His records contain a Chronological Record of Military Service, dated 18 October 1989, wherein it shows, he had 13 years, 10 months, and 5 days of qualifying service for retirement as of 2 November 1989 and a total of 2,396 retirement points. The applicant provides, and his records contain, a Chronological Statement of Retirement Points, dated 13 July 2011, wherein it shows he had 19 years, 6 months, and 18 days of qualifying service for retirement as of 20 July 1991 and a total of 2,676...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021827
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 27 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021827 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides his DD Form 214 and a Letter of Commendation, dated 4 August 1959, in support of his request. The evidence of record fails to show he attended and completed any of the qualifying NCO professional development courses for award of the NCOPDR.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021829
He now asks the Army to correct an injustice and correct his record to show an honorable characterization of service, as all of his service was honorable in nature, as can be seen by his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). He indicated if his request for the applicant's discharge was approved the applicant would be given an under other than honorable conditions discharge. His record shows no other incidents of misconduct.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021852
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the character of his service as general under honorable conditions instead of uncharacterized. Chapter 4, in effect at the time of his release from active duty, provided that the service of USAR Soldiers ordered to IADT who were in an entry-level status would be uncharacterized even though they completed IADT. The evidence shows he did not serve on active duty for 90 days or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021857
The Soldier must retire on the approved retirement date. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states: a. Second, the approval authority for Soldiers who request retirement in lieu of PCS is the Commander, HRC.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021863
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he received and is authorized the following: * Legion of Merit * Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification Badge * Republic of Korea Presidential 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 determines it would be in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021867
The applicant states he elected option B for his RCSBP in June 2012. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * An HRC Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60, dated 7 April 2005 * Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Marriage Record, dated 7 January 2008 * DD Form 2656-5, dated 14 June 2012 * An HRC letter, dated 26 June 2012 * U.S. Army Reserve Command Order 12-228-00004, dated 15 August 2012 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Public...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021869
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he entered active duty this period on 24 September 2002 and he was separated on 17 February 2006 with a bad conduct discharge. It also shows in: a. item 8a (Last Duty Assignment and Major Command): "PCF SPEC PROC CO TC" (Training and Doctrine Command); b. item 8b (Station Where Separated): Fort Knox, KY 40121-5000; c. item 9 (Command to Which Transferred): "NA" (Not Applicable); d. item 11 (Primary Specialty): 25B1O, Information Systems Operator - Analyst,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021870
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous request for an upgrade of his undesirable discharge to general, under honorable conditions. Army Regulation 635-208, in effect at the time, provided the authority for discharging enlisted personnel for unfitness. Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021871
In addition to the applicant's request for a discharge upgrade, counsel requests the following: * change of the applicant's separation authority, separation code, and narrative reason for separation to hardship or Secretarial authority * remove or redact his DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Reports (OER)) for the periods 27 July 2008 through 31 October 2008 and 1 November 2008 through 30 October 2009 * promote the applicant to CPT retroactive to 19 August 2009 2. Counsel states: * the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021874
The applicant requests correction of his records to show his correct social security number (SSN) is "xx8-xx-x57x." Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army, acting through the ABCMR. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20120021874 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20120021874 2 ARMY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021875
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he elected transfer of his educational benefits to his spouse and son under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision. DOD, the Army, and the VA initiated a massive public campaign plan that generated major communications through military, public, and social media venues on the Post-9/11 GI Bill and subsequent transfer of educational benefits. There is no evidence of record and he provided no evidence which shows he transferred...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021876
This 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. National Guard Regulation 600-200 (Enlisted Personnel Management) provides that when a Soldier is discharged due to failure to attend initial entry training Phase I or Phase II, an RE code of 3 will be assigned. The evidence shows he was separated due to failure to attend Phases I and II of IADT.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021877
The applicant provides: * DA Form 5315-E (U.S. Army Advanced Education Finance Assistance Record), dated 19 November 2003 * Last page of a memorandum entitled "Disenrollment of Scholarship Cadet from ROTC " * Orders 131-01, dated 8 May 2005 * DD Form 4 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document - Armed Forces of the United States) and DD Form 1966 (Record of Processing - Armed Forces of the United States), dated 8 October 2009 * DA Forms 3286 (Statement of Understanding) (Annex A and B), dated 8...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021878
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his character of service as honorable and to change his narrative reason for separation; in effect, he requests correction of his records to show he was medically discharged. c. Paragraph 1-35 of Army Regulation 635-200 states that when the medical treatment facility or the attending medical officer determines a member being considered for elimination for misconduct (chapter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021879
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 27 August 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120021879 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 3 March 1997, the applicant enlisted in the Missouri ARNG (MOARNG) in pay grade E-1. However, because the applicants medical records for the period 2001 2012 and his physical disability processing packet (narrative summary, medical evaluation board, and physical evaluation board) are not available, it cannot be determined if his Army Physical Fitness Test and weight...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021881
On 1 February 1984, he consulted with legal counsel and voluntarily requested discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10 due to charges being preferred against him under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) which authorized the imposition of a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge. On 5 June 1985, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his UOTHC discharge....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021885
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests his records be corrected to show his correct Social Security Number (SSN). A number of documents in the record, including his DD Form 214, utilize the SSN starting "044"; however, the record also contains several documents that utilize another SSN including the: * DA Form 873 (Certificate of Clearance and/or Security Determination) that shows "042" * DA Form 20 (Enlisted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021891
At the time of his application, the applicant was serving as a chief warrant officer five (CW5) with the NGB. This OER states the rating was for his duties as the aviation safety officer to the Commander of the Army NGB. The subject OER is a relief for cause report that was referred to the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021892
On 1 December 1972, after consulting with counsel, the applicant submitted a 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. On 22 December 1972, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. There is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021894
On 11 February 1997, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) upgraded his bad conduct discharge to a general discharge. There is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same age who successfully completed their military terms of service. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021896
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 19 November 1956. The applicant's available records are void of his induction document that shows the DOB he recorded upon entry into military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021897
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to: * remove the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with "M" Device * add the Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement Medal 2. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * Extract of Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) and certificate, award of the Army Commendation Medal * DA Form 638 and certificate, award of the Army Achievement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021898
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable discharge to an honorable or a general discharge. On 25 July 1985, after consulting with counsel, the applicant requested discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separations), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021900
In connection with the applicant's enlistment in the Regular Army (RA) he completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) wherein he listed his SSN as "xxx-xx-9665." Except for his DA Form 20 that listed his SSN "xxx-xx-x9xx," he consistently used the same SSN throughout his military service as that shown on his Social Security card. Therefore, based on the evidence of record and the evidence provided by the applicant, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021906
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. Item 17c of the DD Form 214 he was issued contains the entry 13 December 1971. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the current date in item 17c of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021907
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his combat service and all medals/ badges awarded, including the Combat Medical Badge. The Global War on Terrorism Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have participated in the Global War on Terrorism operations outside of the designated areas of eligibility (AOE) on or after 11 September 2001 to a future date to be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021908
The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted, served, and was honorably REFRAD under the SSN that is reflected on his DD Form 214. There is no evidence of record or independent evidence that suggests his military records exhibit a material error or injustice. This should serve to clarify any questions or confusion regarding the different SSN recorded in his military records and to satisfy his desire to have his current SSN documented in his military records.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021910
He states he was not properly counseled on how to transfer his education benefits prior to leaving active duty. The available evidence shows the applicant was fully eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the TEB prior to retirement, but he did not do so. As a result, the Board recommends that all state Army National Guard records and the Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant filed his application and the Army approved...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021911
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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. With respect to the Vietnam Service Medal, the evidence of record shows he served in Thailand, not in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021913
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: a. He states: * prior to rendering a finding, he adjourned the hearing to consult with the Beckley Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) first sergeant and his Battalion S-1/Adjutant * he also consulted with the Manual for Courts-Martial for legal guidance * although there was evidence that the applicant did violate a valid order given by a superior commissioned officer,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021914
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. However, this medal is already shown on his DD Form 214; therefore, there is no need to amend his DD Form 214 to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021915
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021917
The applicant states the narrative reason for separation listed on her DD Form 214 was "Disability, Existed Prior to Service, Physical Evaluation Board (PEB)." Her MEB, dated 15 June 2007, evaluated her for a major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe in accordance with Army Regulation 40-501, paragraph 3-32. In the applicant's case, the PEB also noted that not only did the condition exist prior to active duty, but it also had not been aggravated by her military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021921
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 17 February 1972 to show his award of the Bronze Star Medal and the Purple Heart. The applicant served during a qualifying period of service in Vietnam for entitlement to the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to his DD Form 214 the: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120021922
The applicant requests upgrade of his general discharge and addition of his U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) time to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Discharge or Release from Active Duty). At a mental status evaluation the applicant's behavior was normal. On 10 October 1990, 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 | 20120021923
His DD Form 214 does not show he was awarded the Purple Heart or the Air Medal; however, it does show one award of the Overseas Service Ribbon. There are no orders awarding him the Purple Heart in his military records. 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 with a separation date of 31 May 1986 as follows: a. deleting award of the Overseas Service Ribbon (1) and b. adding the following...