ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015102
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The evidence of record shows he served in Southwest Asia from 4 December 1990 to 23 April 1991. 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) for the period 8 November 1989 to 7 November 1992 * adding to item 13 of his DD Form 214 the: * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015104
The applicant requests correction of his address after separation and the address of his nearest relative on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). The applicant requests the addresses shown in items 19a and 19b of his DD Form 214 be corrected. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the current entry in item 19a of his DD Form 214 and replacing it with the address he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015106
Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness) memorandum, dated 20 September 2011, subject: Correction of Military Records Following Repeal of Section 654 of Title 10, United States Code, provides policy guidance for Service Discharge Review Boards (DRBs) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs) to follow when taking action on applications from former service members discharged under DADT or prior policies. The evidence of record confirms the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015107
The applicant states, in effect, he was not informed nor afforded the opportunity to transfer his Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to his dependents because the new program was being implemented by the Department of Defense (DOD) around the time he was separating. His permissive temporary duty and retirement leave were from 26 June 2009 to 30 September 2009. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015109
His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged as a result of court-martial in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel) with a bad conduct discharge. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. Therefore, clemency in the form of an honorable or general discharge is not warranted in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015110
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states in effect that he was requesting information on retirement, not actually requesting to retire when the Assignments Officer at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (HRC) erroneously forwarded his request to the Retirements Branch, who quickly cut his retirement order. The applicant provides copies of his retirement orders, a request for retirement, a leave request, request for revocation of his retirement orders, and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015111
IN THE CASE OF BOARD DATE: 10 June 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015111 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his date of rank (DOR) to captain (CPT) in the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG) from 28 March 2013 to 1 September 2010. Having had prior enlisted service, the applicant was appointed as a Regular Army Medical Services (MS) officer and executed an Oath of Office on 2 August 2007.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015114
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal and correct his DD Form 214 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 him the Army Good Conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015122
On 15 May 2007, the applicant enlisted in the Maryland ARNG (MDARNG) for a period of 6 years. Orders 186-014, dated 5 July 2011, releasing him from the ING and transferring him to a unit effective 11 June 2011 for the purpose of discharge; c. Orders 186-015, dated 5 July 2011, discharging him from the ARNG with a general discharge under the provisions of National Guard Regulation 600-200, paragraph 6-36l, effective 12 June 2011; and d. Orders 206-077, dated 24 July 2012, amending Orders...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015127
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his deployment to Afghanistan. Therefore, item 18 of his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show he served in Afghanistan from 28 February 2007 to 10 May 2007. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015129
His DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows in: * Section 4 (Chronological Record of Military Service) he received "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his period of service, there is no evidence of a commander's disqualification for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal during his period of service * Section 10 he was fully qualified for reenlistment 5. Therefore, it appears he is entitled to award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for his period of service from 30...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015145
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the last three digits of his social security number (SSN) as "274" instead of "086." His service record contains Letter Orders Number 11-1258271, dated 3 November 1971, which lists the last three digits of his SSN as "274." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015149
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 24 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015149 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant, the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's records to show her mother elected transfer of her educational benefits to her daughter under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision. The policy states an eligible individual is any member of the Armed Forces on or after 1 August 2009 who, at the time of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015150
There is no evidence that the applicant completed a request to transfer educational benefits to any of his family members before leaving military service. The evidence of record shows the applicant was fully eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability program prior to retirement. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting his military record to show he filed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015153
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of the documents below to show his Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) was a combat-related disability: * DA Form 3947 (Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) Proceedings), dated 24 July 2001 * DA Form 199 (Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Proceedings), dated 17 October 2001 * Record of Proceedings (ROP) Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR), dated 1 November 2012 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015155
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her deployment to Iraq and the correct amount of her disability severance pay was $19,359.00 vice $9,094.80. The applicant provided a DD Form 214 WS that shows she received disability severance pay in the amount of $19,359.00.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015156
The applicant states he was wounded in action in Vietnam on 2 October 1969. This pamphlet shows the 6th Battalion, 29th Artillery Regiment, was cited for award of the: * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for the period 1 October 1966 to 31 October 1969 in Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) Number 3, dated 1970 * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for the period 29 July 1969 to 17 November 1970 in DAGO Number 52, dated 1971 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015163
IN THE CASE OF BOARD DATE: 29 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015163 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The record of trial was forwarded to The Judge Advocate General of the Army for appellate review and the applicant was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015164
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) (2nd Award) * Army Achievement Medal (AAM) (3rd Award) 2. Permanent Orders 158-07, dated 6 June 2012, contained in his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) show he was awarded the ARCOM for the period 18 April 2012 to 3 May 2012. His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the ARCOM and the AAM (2nd Award).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015165
BOARD DATE: 22 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015165 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 27 December 2012, he was discharged for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 10. Army Regulation 635-200 states individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge prior to discharge or release from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015166
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 Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation. The applicant's military records are not available for review. His DD Form 214 does not list the dates of his Vietnam service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015168
On 23 April 1991, he consulted with legal counsel and voluntarily requested 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 due to charges preferred against him under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) that authorized the imposition of a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge. The applicant's request for an upgrade of his under other than honorable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015172
On 26 March 1987, he voluntarily requested discharge for the good of the service in accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10 (For the Good of the Service - in Lieu of Court-Martial). On 26 March 1987, the court-martial convening 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015173
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. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. The applicant demonstrated a capacity for honorable service by completion of training,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015174
The applicant, the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) be corrected to show he was awarded the Korean Service Medal. The FSM's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. The only available record is the FSM's DD Form 214 provided by the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015179
The JFTR states that when Reserve Component (RC) Soldiers are ordered to active duty and a PCS order is not issued, BAH rate is based on the primary residence location at the time the Soldier was ordered to active duty. However, if the member is called or ordered to active duty and a PCS order is not issued, BAH/OHA rate is based (paid) on the primary residence location at the time called/ordered to active duty"; and c. there is no distinction made in the PPG or JFTR for AGR BAH when the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015183
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of item 30 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his through date in the Republic of Vietnam as 14 April 1971 instead of 14 April 1970. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this date.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015185
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was retired in the rank of captain (CPT). He completed 3 years, 8 months, and 4 days of active service as a commissioned officer during this period. While there is no doubt that the applicant was selected for promotion to the rank of CPT, he had already retired on 22 July 2013 before the list was approved for release on 8 August 2013.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015189
The applicant provides: * a letter, dated 10 July 2013, from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center, Battle Creek, MI * Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Record of Proceedings, dated 6 June 2013, with cover letter * five memoranda, dated between 2 March 2005 and 1 October 2007 * DA Form 7574 (Military Physician's Statement of Soldier's Incapacitation/Fitness for Duty), dated 17 November 2006 * DA Form 2173 (Statement of Medical Examination and Duty...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015193
The applicant requests correction of his military service records to show he was medically retired. The applicants request for correction of his military service records to show he was medically retired was carefully considered and it was determined there is insufficient evidence to support his request. There is no evidence contained in his service medical records that shows any of the physicians referred him to an MEB or that his commander referred him for evaluation for being medically...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015194
The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * General Orders (GO) Number 1533, dated 5 April 1967 (DFC) * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to enlisted Soldiers who had completed a qualified 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015197
The applicant requests, in effect correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show all of his awards, decorations, and badges, to include: * Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) * Overseas Service Medal (Interpreted to mean the Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR)) * Campaign Medal * Berlin Medal (Interpreted to mean the Army of Occupation Medal (AOM with Germany Clasp) for occupation of Berlin 2. The applicant provides copies of: * DD Form 214 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015202
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Although she reported the rape to the police and military, the military did not take action against her rapist. However, discharge orders show she was discharged with a general discharge on 8 September 2005 under the provisions of Army Regulation 135-178 (Separation of Enlisted Personnel).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015211
The applicant states that he believes his ROTC Scholarship debt should be remitted/cancelled because he served on active duty more than 3 years. Had the applicant chosen active duty or been involuntarily ordered to active duty as a result of his disenrollment, he would have been assigned against the needs of the Army, in pay grade E-1, and not allowed any monetary enlistment options. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015219
The applicant requests correction of her records to show entitlement to a $15,000 enlistment bonus and eligibility for the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP). The applicant provides: * memorandum from Headquarters, CAARNG, Sacramento, CA, subject: Notification of Termination/Recoupment of Incentives, dated 13 April 2012 * 2 memoranda from National Guard Bureau (NGB), U.S. Property and Fiscal Office for California, Mather, CA, subject: Incentive Notice of Indebtedness, dated 27 June 2012...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015226
Item 12f (Foreign Service) of the applicant's DD Form 214 shows she served 1 year, 8 months, and 8 days of foreign service; however, it does not show award of the Overseas Service Ribbon. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Overseas Service Ribbon is awarded for successful completion of overseas tours. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Overseas Service Ribbon with numeral "2" to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015228
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 24 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015228 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the "Manchu Belt Buckle." Army Regulation 600-8-22 lists awards for inclusion on the DD Form 214 and the "Manchu Belt Buckle" is not listed therein.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015230
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in Vietnam from 22 June 1967 to 23 July 1968. His DD Form 214 shows he earned the: * National Defense Service Medal * VSM * Army Good Conduct Medal * RVN Vietnam Campaign Medal * 1st Year Driver's Badge * Marksmanship Qualification Badge with M-14 Rifle Bar * 2 Overseas Bars 7.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015232
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 Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM). Accordingly, he should be awarded the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 11 June 1965 to 9 June 1967 and his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015234
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states it appears that his period of service in MOS 11B was overlooked at the time of his return from Vietnam. _______ _ _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 | CY2013 | 20130015236
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. His DD Form 214 shows the following awards: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Campaign Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge * One Overseas Service Bar 7. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015239
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records by changing dates to show he is entitled to the $2,500.00 reenlistment bonus (REB) and $20,000.00 Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) incentive written in his enlistment contract. To receive the incentive, the applicant should have contracted for a term of service other than 3x5, 6x2, or 8x0 and have at least one qualifying loan. f. To be eligible for the $2,500.00, a properly-executed REB addendum is required at the time of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 2013001524
His WD AGO Form 53-55 shows: * he had prior service in the Army of the United States from 12 March 1945 to 15 January 1946 the available records do not contain a discharge document for this period of service * he enlisted in the Regular Army on 16 January 1946 * he served in the Asiatic-Pacific theater of operations (inclusive dates unknown) * no battles or campaigns * no marksmanship badges * he was honorably discharged on 23 July 1947 * he was awarded the World War II Victory Medal 4. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015241
She recommended the applicant's separation from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 5-17. It further states that the character of service for members separated under the provisions of paragraph 5-11 will be uncharacterized if in an entry-level status. Although the applicant contends the Army didn't know what was medically wrong with her in 2009, medical evidence shows she was diagnosed with an adjustment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015247
His WD AGO Form 53-55 shows: * he had prior service in the Army of the United States from 12 March 1945 to 15 January 1946 the available records do not contain a discharge document for this period of service * he enlisted in the Regular Army on 16 January 1946 * he served in the Asiatic-Pacific theater of operations (inclusive dates unknown) * no battles or campaigns * no marksmanship badges * he was honorably discharged on 23 July 1947 * he was awarded the World War II Victory Medal 4. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015248
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that his general discharge be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015251
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The separation authority approved his request and directed the issuance of an undesirable discharge. The applicant had almost twice as much lost time due to AWOL as he had of creditable service and his records contain no evidence of any service that would mitigate the extensive periods of his AWOL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015252
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 24 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130015252 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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. His DD Form 4 (Enlistment Contract) shows the same SSN as shown on his DD Form 398.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015256
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. This case is being considered using the DD Form 214 provided by the applicant. It states the purpose of the separation document is to provide the individual with documentary evidence of his or her military service at the time of release...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130015257
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states the SSN shown on his DD Form 214 is incorrect. All other documents in his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File) requiring an SSN shows his SSN as xxx-xx-xxx2.