ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004394
On 28 July 1986, the applicant's commander notified him that he was initiating action to discharge him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, for a personality disorder. On 17 November 2011, the Board determined there was no evidence in his records to show he was diagnosed with a personality disorder. The applicant was initially discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, for a personality disorder, without evidence in the available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004395
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests award of the Afghanistan Campaign Medal and Combat Action Badge and correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show these awards. His service record contains an Army Commendation Medal Certificate which shows he was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service during OEF during the period 10 March to 15 September...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004397
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. On 3 August 1994, the unit commander notified the applicant that separation action was being initiated to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), paragraph 14-12c, by reason of misconduct -...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004399
BOARD DATE: 4 September 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120004399 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His service record includes orders published on 4 June 1968 which indicate the seventh and eighth digits of his SSN as "25." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the current entry in item 3 of his DD Form 214 and adding the SSN as it is listed on his social security card.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004400
The applicant requests the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) be added to his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States). The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he enlisted in the Regular Army on 26 March 1950. The applicant's honorable service to our Nation is not in question; however, his DD Form 214 shows he had 30 days of lost time after completing 3 years and 1 month of total active military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004406
Senator regarding the applicant's SSB recoupment from his military retired pay account. (3) Issue Three: DODFMR, Volume 7B, Chapter 4, subparagraph 040602 B, further states no recoupment of SSB is required, regardless of when paid, if the disability for which the member receives DVA compensation was incurred or aggravated during a period of later active duty. There is no evidence in his records and he did not provide any evidence that shows DFAS has recouped an inappropriate amount of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004415
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show the last digit of his Social Security Number (SSN) is a 9 instead of a 3. 2. The applicant states some of the documents in his military records incorrectly reflect an SSN with the last of 3 instead of a 9. 3. At the time the applicant enlisted in the Regular Army he provided the SSN that is contained on his DD Form 214 and he continued to maintain that SSN during his entire period of service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004417
The evidence of record shows the applicant qualified for award of the Vietnam Service Medal and he served in one campaign during his service in Vietnam. d. Despite the absence of the unit commander's recommendation for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award), based on the available evidence it would be appropriate to award the applicant this medal and correct his DD Form 214 to show the award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004419
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 13 September 2012 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20120004419 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the CIB is awarded to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS. Although he contends he served with either the 18th or 26th Infantry in Vietnam, the evidence of record shows he served in MOS 13E while assigned to Battery C, 1st Battalion, 7th Artillery, 1st Infantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004420
His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) shows in: * Item 17 (Civilian Education and Military Schools), he completed the 19-week Infantry Operations and Intelligence Specialist SF Course in 1968 and the 6-week SF Intelligence Course in 1971 * Item 35 (Record of Assignments), he performed in MOS 71L4S, 11B4S, 76Y4S, and 11F4S (infantry Operations and Intelligence Specialist) between August 1967 and January 1973 6. Item 12 shows the titles of all MOS served for at least 1 year and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004423
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 AR20110010594, on 3 January 2012. However, as determined during the original Board review the applicant never held a rank above SP4/E-4 while serving on active duty. The applicant has failed to provide new evidence that would support a change to the original decision of this Board or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004427
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) by adding the following awards: * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) * Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (ARCAM) * Army Service Ribbon (ASR) * Armed Forces Reserve Medal (AFRM) 2. Although his record shows he served as a USAR officer in an Active Reserve status from 13 September 1959 through a date in 1971 for a period of at least 11 years his record is absent...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004429
The applicant requests the Vietnam Service Medal (VSM), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal (RVNCM), and Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) be added to his record and DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). The applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) from 17 April 1970 through 16 April 1971. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004431
The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not show the PH. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the following awards to his DD Form 214: * PH * AGCM (1st Award) for the period 19 July 1967 through 18 July 1969 * Meritorious Unit Commendation (two awards) * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation _______...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004433
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge (BCD) to an honorable discharge. A DD Form 458 (Charge Sheet), dated 28 July 1971, was prepared by the Commander, Troop D, 4th Squadron, 12th Cavalry, Fort Carson, CO, showing the applicant was charged with one specification of wrongfully dispersing by selling to another Soldier a controlled drug (amphetamine) on or about 21 July 1971. His sentence and conviction were affirmed and the BCD was ordered executed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004434
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 17 October 1949 instead of 18 October 1949. The evidence of record shows that upon his induction into the Army of the United States, the applicant listed his DOB as 18 October 1949.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004438
The applicant requests correction of his records to show his educational benefits were transferred to his dependent child in a timely manner, in accordance with the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The available evidence shows he was fully eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the TEB provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill prior to retirement, but he did not make application to do so while on active duty. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004439
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to reflect her deployment to Somalia in support of Operation Restore/Continue Hope. The applicant states that she deployed to Somalia from May to October 1993 in support of Operation Restore/Continue Hope and that deployment is not reflected on her DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004440
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show his home of record (HOR) as Siquijor, Philippines. It may not be granted merely to accommodate personal preferences or convenience; and may not be authorized and approved if it extends travel and transportation allowances for more than 6 years from the date of retirement unless a certified on-going medical condition prevented the relocation of the member or dependent(s) from the date of retirement; and d. that the HOR is the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004443
It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. While the applicant's desire to have her records changed is understandable, there is no basis for compromising the integrity of the Army's records, in particular, the applicant's DD Form 214. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document which confirms her legal name change will be filed in her official military personnel file (OMPF).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004448
The applicant states he was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with Japan Clasp because the Army of Occupation Medal with Korea Clasp was not available. The applicant's complete military service records are not available to the Board for review. c. Thus, the applicants records should be corrected to show award of the Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004454
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 the Purple Heart. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record does not show and the applicant has not provided documentary evidence showing he was awarded the Purple Heart or that he received wounds as a result of hostile action that would have warranted award of the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004455
The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) he was issued shows he was discharged in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13, by reason of unsatisfactory performance, with an under honorable conditions (general) characterization of service. The applicant's request for upgrade of his under honorable conditions (general) discharge was carefully considered; however, there is insufficient evidence to support his request. His under honorable conditions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004458
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to add award of the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM), Valorous Unit Award (VUA), Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), and Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and her overseas service in Iraq. Therefore, she should be awarded the AGCM for the period 22 September 1999 to 21 September 2002 and her DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004459
The applicant states the award of the BSM is not on his DD Form 214. As a result, the DA Form 1577 is not sufficient as a basis for entitlement to a military award or for correction of military records to show a military award. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004461
The applicant's record contains a DD Form 47 (Record of Induction), dated 14 August 1967, showing his SSN as "XXX-XX-2336." His DD Form 214 shows his SSN as "XXX-XX-2336." Therefore, the evidence is sufficient to correct his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as "XXX-XX-2636."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004462
On 15 December 1979, the applicant enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) for a period of 6 years. Prior to your ETS date, the office personnel are to inform you of this upcoming date and set up a time for you to come in and review your records; this never happened for me." As a result, upon execution of his third contract, he was obligated to serve through 24 September 1997, on which date he had completed 17 years, 9 months, and 10 days of service qualifying for retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004466
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There are no orders or other evidence in the applicant's records that shows he was awarded the CIB. _____________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 | 20120004468
The applicant's records do not contain orders awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). Therefore, he should be awarded the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 3 December 1968 through 25 November 1970 and his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding the applicant the CIB effective 21 June 1969 * awarding the applicant the AGCM (1st Award) for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004470
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Personnel Record) shows in: a. item 38 (Record of Assignments) service in Vietnam with B Troop, 3rd Squadron, 4th Cavalry and exclusively excellent conduct and efficiency ratings; b. item 40 (Wounds) fragment wound left arm on 7 January 1967 and fragment wound left wrist on 9 March 1967; and c. item 41 (Awards and Decorations) Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Campaign Medal with Device (1960), Purple Heart, Combat...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004474
The evidence of record shows he was awarded 3 awards of the Bronze Star Medal, including 1 with the "V" Device. Therefore, he is entitled to 4 bronze service stars for wear on his previously-awarded Vietnam Service Medal and to correction of his DD Form 214 to show these bronze service stars. Awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 13 February 1969 to 18 September 1970; and b. Amending his DD Form 214 to delete the Vietnam Service Medal and Bronze Star Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004475
For Vietnam service, one overseas service bar is authorized for each period of 6 months active Federal service as a member of a U.S. Service in Vietnam from 1 July 1958 to 28 March 1973. Army Regulation 635-5 states " all decorations, service medals, campaign credits, and badges awarded or authorized " will be shown on DD Form 214. Therefore, the entry in item 24 of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 3 October 1972 should read the: * Silver Star (2nd Award) * Purple Heart (2nd Award) *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004476
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) as follows: * Item 5 (Date of Birth (DOB)) from 17 October 1959 to 17 January 1959 * Item 12a (Date Entered Active Duty (AD) This Period) from 18 January 1980 to the date he entered the Delayed Entry Program (DEP) * Item 12e (Total Prior Inactive Service) to show his prior service in the DEP * Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004483
Therefore, he is entitled to awards of the Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) and correction of his DD Form 214 to show these awards. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence upon which to correct his DD Form 214 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: * awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004484
The applicant requests, in effect, an exception to policy to the Post-9/11 GI Bill that will allow him to transfer his education benefits to his family members. Individuals had to be serving on active duty at the time benefits were transferred and there is no record of such a transfer being made, of his attempting to make such a transfer, or being given false information by a reliable source about the rules of transferring education benefits. While the sincerity of the applicants claim...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004488
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active duty) to show award of the: * Defense Meritorious Service Medal (DMSM) * Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) * Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) 2. The applicant provides copies of: * DD Form 214 * DA Form 2166-7 (Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER)) ending in November 1994 * DA Form 2166-7 (NCOER) ending in September 1997 * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award), dated 18 July...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004494
On 18 April 2002, the company commander notified the applicant of contemplated separation with a general discharge under honorable conditions due to a pattern of misconduct. The company commander recommended a general discharge, the chain of command concurred, and the separation authority directed the issuance of a general discharge. Accordingly, on 28 May 2002, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, due to a pattern of misconduct.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004495
He failed to request the waiver; however, in an effort to assist him, USARC initiated the required paperwork for the applicant, resulting in approval of both waivers in June 2011. c. Regulatory provisions allow Soldiers to request promotion consideration by a STAB if their records were not considered by a regular board, or if their record contained a material error when reviewed by a regular board. Records show the applicant met the WLC requirement prior to the convening of the February...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004496
The applicant provides: * DA Form 2792 (Demographics/Certification) pertaining to his daughter * MPCCC-RC (Military Police Captains Career Course-Reserve Components) Phase I Fiscal Year (FY) 11 and MPCCC-RC-Phase III FY11 completion certificates * Request for Waiver of Military Education Requirements to the 2011 MAJ RC Army Promotion List (APL) memorandum * email from the Commander, Headquarters (HQ), USSOCOM (United States Special Operations Command) * Military Personnel (MILPER) Message...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004497
The applicant requests correction of her military service records to reflect all her disabilities and by correcting the disability rating assigned by the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB). There is no evidence in the applicant's military medical records that show she was unfit for duty due to left knee strain or right foot pain. Evidence shows that the MEB and PEB properly considered the applicant's medical condition.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004501
The J1 noted that both officers had been selected for promotion by the State Federal Recognition Board and the error in not processing their promotions to the NGB in a timely manner lay solely with the G1 section, not the officers. In view of the foregoing, especially considering the NGB advisory opinion's recommendation, it would be appropriate at this time to correct the applicant's records to show his State promotion packet was submitted in a timely manner and the applicant was extended...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004502
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the dates of his second deployment in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom as "20080627-20080906" (27 June 2008 to 6 September 2009) instead of "20080927-20090906" (27 September 2008 to 6 September 2009). Chapter 2 contains guidance on the preparation of the DD Form 214 and states for an active duty Soldier deployed with his or her unit during their continuous period of active...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004503
The 2010 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), section 604 provided special authority to monetarily compensate Soldiers who were REFRAD and not able to use PDMRA during the period between PDMRA authorization by the Secretary of Defense on 19 January 2007, and publication of the Armys PDMRA implementation guidance on 18 August 2007. Authorization for payment of PDMRA for Soldiers REFRAD between 19 January and 18 August 2007 expired on 28 October 2010, and there have never been any...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004505
On 8 June 1987, following counseling, the applicant submitted a voluntary written request for discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations). On 6 July 1987, the separation authority approved the applicant's request and directed he be given an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Further, it appears the applicant's discharge reflects his overall record of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004506
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show this award. The available evidence shows the applicant attended AIT in duty MOS 11B; however, there is no record he was ever awarded or served in an infantry MOS while assigned to an infantry unit engaged in active ground combat. ____________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004508
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). * item 40 (Wounds) of the applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not list a wound or an injury * item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of his DA Form 20 does not list the Purple Heart or the Silver Star * his name is not listed on the Vietnam casualty roster * his medical records are not available for review with this case * there are no official orders in his records that show he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004510
The applicant states he completed airborne training and was awarded the Parachutist Badge and neither are reflected on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. Therefore, in the interest of justice, this error should be corrected by awarding the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004514
He was unable to obtain the 20 years necessary for a normal pension because he became disabled while on active duty in 2003. d. the service year 1997/1998 indicates he did not have enough points for a creditable year. After reviewing his records he found out on 8 April 1998 he volunteered to help, along with his unit, in tornado relief for 20 days. At the time of the applicant's discharge he had completed 14 years, 6 months, and 25 days of creditable service for retired pay.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004515
Counsel requests the record of the FSM be corrected by overturning the Line of Duty (LOD)/misconduct determination of the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (AHRC) and to comply with the original LOD/accidental finding. The medical examiner opinion indicated the FSM died of complications of chronic intravenous drug abuse. However, there is insufficient evidence to support changing the LOD determination.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2012 | 20120004517
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's military records to show she applied for the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity in a timely manner. The applicant provides: * FSM's DD Form 1883 (SBP Election Certificate) * FSM's notification of eligibility for retired pay at age 60 * FSM's Army National Guard (ARNG) Retirement Points History Statement * document pertaining to the FSM's rank as captain * FSM's death...