ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018252
The applicant requests correction of the records of her late husband, a former service member (FSM), to show he changed his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) election from spouse to former spouse. Since there is no current spouse with a vested interest, it would be appropriate as a matter of equity to correct the FSM's records to show he requested to change his SBP election from spouse to former spouse within one year of his divorce and this election was timely received and processed by DFAS,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018256
However, combining the 1985 notification letter, the unit histories, and the applicant's award order for the Bronze Star Medal with "V" device and Purple Heart, it is reasonable to presume that the applicant was assigned to the 89th Medium Tank Battalion, 25th Infantry Division during the period it was awarded the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation. Therefore, it is appropriate to correct the applicant's records to add the Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation to his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018258
Item 3 (SSN) of the DD Form 214 issued to the applicant at the time of his separation also shows his SSN as "XXX-0X-0XXX" and bears his signature. The evidence of record shows his SSN consistently appeared as "XXX-0X-0XXX" on every document in his available service personnel and health records throughout his period of military service. Based on his Social Security Card, his SSN is currently "XXX-2X-6XXX"; however, it is not the SSN he used when he served on active duty, and this does not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018259
On 4 June 1971, the applicant's unit commander recommended his discharge from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 and the issuance of an undesirable discharge. There is no indication that the applicant petitioned the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 3-7a, provides that an honorable discharge is a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018261
Section 4 (Chronological Record of Military Service) of his DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows he received a "good" conduct and efficiency rating during the period 9 September 1960 through 18 May 1961. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, stated the AGCM was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. _______ _ X _______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018263
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 18 December 1991, he consulted with counsel who advised him of the basis for his contemplated trial by court-martial and the maximum possible punishment authorized under the UCMJ, the effects of discharge under other than honorable conditions, and the rights available to him. The applicant's records show he was charged with three specifications of being AWOL, offenses for which he could have been tried by court-martial and punished...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018264
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge to a general discharge under honorable conditions. On 6 September 1973, the applicant consulted with counsel and voluntarily requested discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel). Although an honorable or general discharge was authorized, at the time an Undesirable Discharge Certificate was normally furnished to an individual who...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018266
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded, for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. The applicant's records do not show indiscipline or lost time, and he received conduct and efficiency ratings of "excellent" throughout his military service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018271
He had served 6 years, 8 months and 16 days of active service and his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) issued at the time of his discharge shows that he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one silver and two bronze service stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Mechanic Badge. While the sincerity of the applicant's claim that he was wounded in Vietnam is not in doubt, he has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018274
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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as it is listed on his DD Form 398. __________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018280
He recommended the applicant's discharge under Army Regulation 635-206. The evidence of record shows the applicant underwent a psychiatric evaluation on 26 May 1970 for several "nervous breakdowns." At the time the applicant stated that the only solution was a discharge from Army and that he would go AWOL or insane if he was not discharged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018281
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to reflect his correct date of birth (DOB) and his effective date of release from active duty (REFRAD). The applicant enlisted using the DOB that is contained on his DD Form 214 and at the time of his discharge his DD Form 214 was properly prepared to reflect the DOB he was serving under at the time in accordance with the applicable regulation. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018284
His DD Form 214 shows in: a. item 22c (Foreign and/or Sea Service), he completed 1 year and 22 days of foreign service but does not contain the name of the major overseas theater or command, in his case, U.S. Army Pacific (USARPAC); b. item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized), the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) c. item 30 (Remarks), no entry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018287
BOARD DATE: 26 June 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130018287 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Therefore, an additional award of the Army Achievement Medal was not considered in the determination of his case. However, this is insufficient to mitigate the fact that he departed AWOL on 17 September 1986 and he was returned to military control only after being apprehended by civil authorities.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018290
Counsel states he feels the applicant's uncharacterized discharged was not fair and that she was not given a proper discharge for her time serving her country. It also shows she was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 625-200, chapter 10 for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with her service characterized as "uncharacterized." After a few days, she was asked by the CID to help in an area they needed help.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018291
The applicant requests that he be awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) and the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). 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; for first award only, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; and, for the first award only, upon termination of service on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018297
He was discharged on 24 September 1993. 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 | 20130018298
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 from active duty, retirement, or discharge. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document which confirms the date of birth shown on his amended birth certificate will be filed in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). __________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018300
The applicant requests items 4a (Grade, Rate or Rank) and 4b (Pay Grade) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show sergeant (SGT)/E-5 instead of specialist (SPC)/E-4. His Statement of Service (date of preparation illegible) shows his pay grade was E-4 on 1 February 1990. It states for items 4a and 4b, enter the active duty grade of rank and pay grade at the time of separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018301
The applicant states he is not a homosexual and never has been. On 31 May 1966, the applicant was discharged accordingly. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b states a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018303
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his active wartime overseas service and to show awards to which he is entitled for his overseas service. His DD Form 214 shows in: a. item 12f (Foreign Service) no foreign service; b. item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized (All periods of service)) no awards for service in Southwest Asia in support of Operation Desert Storm;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018304
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal evidence that he was awarded the Southwest Asia Service Medal or the Kuwait Liberation Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the entry "0000 00 00" from item 12f of his DD Form 214 and adding the entry "0000 10 26"; b. deleting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018305
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. It states for: * Item 28, enter service schools, including dates and major courses which were successfully completed; this entry includes military sponsored courses completed in civilian schools and colleges during the period by the DD Form 214 being prepared * Item 29, enter installation training courses (qualification courses), military correspondence courses, and off-duty courses the enlisted person has...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018307
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214 and Social Security Card. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018308
b. he wanted to make the Army a career, but he was told he was not fit for the Army. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552(b), provides that applications for correction of military records must be filed within 3 years after discovery of the alleged error or injustice. Evidence shows he was discharged on 20 February 1974 under the Trainee Discharge Program and he was issued a DD Form 256A, which is an Honorable Discharge Certificate, not a homosexual code.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018311
The applicant's DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record - Part II) shows in Item 5 (Overseas Service): that he served in the Republic of Korea (ROK) from 3 May 1989 to 3 February 1991 (1 year, 9 months, and 1 day) and was deployed to Southwest Asia via temporary duty orders for 8 days from 26 April to 3 May 1993. Therefore this award should be shown on his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018312
f. he has a long history of interpersonal and occupational difficulties. His narrative reason for separation was administratively correct and in conformance with applicable regulations at the time of his separation. _____________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 | 20130018314
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Army Achievement Medal (AAM), and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Medal. Item 12f documents foreign service performed during the period covered by the DD Form 214, as verified by either the Soldier's Enlisted Qualification Record or, if necessary, the Military Personnel Records Jacket. As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018315
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 3 June 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130018315 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM), Kuwait Liberation Medal (KLM), and the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states: a.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018316
The applicant requests upgrade of his general discharge (GD) to an honorable discharge. On 2 October 1975, the applicant's command initiated separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separation Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 5-37 (Expeditious Discharge Program (EDP)). __________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 | 20130018319
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) as follows: * amend item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) to add the Army Achievement Medal (AAM), a Certificate of Service in Operation Desert Storm and 4 Certificates of Achievement * amend item 14 (Military Education) to add the Food Service Specialist Course and the Defensive Driving Course II 2. The applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018324
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 9 July 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130018324 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the ARCOM, AGCM, and ASUA to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018327
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 July 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130018327 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. General Court-Martial Order Number 163, issued by Headquarters, United States Disciplinary Barracks, Fort Leavenworth, KS, dated 15 February 1973, noting that the portion of the sentence pertaining to confinement at hard labor had been served, restored the applicant to duty pending completion of appellate review. On 24 August 1973, the applicant was discharged pursuant to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018332
The evidence of record shows the applicant was promoted to the rank/grade of SGT/E-5, effective 1 June 1987. The evidence further shows he was released from active duty on 22 June 1987, only 22 days after his effective date of promotion. 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 4a of his DD Form 214 and replacing it with "SGT" * deleting the current entry in item 4b of his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018334
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 19 June 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130018334 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His DD Form 214 does not show he was authorized the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. ____________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 | 20130018335
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the spelling of his last name as "Hug" instead of "Hugg." 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 47 (Record of Induction) shows his last...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018339
The applicant states that at the time of his retirement he was not informed of the requirement to start the transfer process prior to leaving active duty. In view of the fact that transfer application procedures were not fully implemented at the time the applicant separated, it would serve the interest of equity to correct his records to show he applied to transfer his educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision upon implementation of the program while still...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018342
On 12 July 2012, the VAARNG published Orders 194-021 discharging him from the ARNG and transferring him to the Retired Reserve, effective 16 August 2012. The VAARNG approved his request and published an order transferring him to the Retired Reserve. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * rescinding Orders C-10-215297, issued by HRC on 22 October 2012, transferring him to the VAARNG * rescinding Orders...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018348
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 7 December 1944 instead of 7 September 1944. The following documents in his available service personnel records show his DOB as 7 December 1944: * DA Form 41 (Record of Emergency Data), dated 27 December 1967 * DA Form 2962 (Security Termination...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018350
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge. On 19 January 1973 after consulting with defense counsel, the applicant submitted a request for 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. c. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018363
The applicant requests, in effect: a. his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Carbine, Rifle (M-1, M-14, and M-15), Grenade Launcher, Rocket Launcher, and Pistol Bars; and b. award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) for his service in Berlin. His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-1). _______ _ _x______...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018365
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. c. Despite the absence of the unit commander's recommendation for award of the AGCM at the time of the applicant's separation processing, based on the available evidence, and notwithstanding 2 days bad time, it would be appropriate to award the applicant this medal. As a result, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018366
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: a. she served as a Regular Army (RA) officer from May 1977 November 1982, at which time she was honorably discharged in the rank of CPT; b. she served in the United States Army Reserve (USAR) with the 168th Support Group from November 1982 to November 1990, during which time she was promoted to MAJ in 1989; c. following her service with the 168th Support Group, she served in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018367
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. 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry, was cited for award of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for the period 19 December 1966 to 15 February 1968 by Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) Number 43,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018368
The separation authority directed the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 (Personnel Separations - Discharge -Misconduct (Fraudulent Entry, Conviction by Civil Court, AWOL, Desertion)), section VI with issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. Army Regulation 635-206, in effect at that time, set forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel due to misconduct (fraudulent entry, conviction by civil court, and absence without...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018370
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. The available evidence shows his chain of command recommended his discharge from the Army for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with the issuance of an under other than honorable conditions discharge. b. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018372
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show his first name as "Kermith" instead of "Kenneth." ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130018372 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130018372 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130018375
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 10 May 1932. ______________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 | 20130018378
A bronze service star is authorized, based on qualifying service, for each designated campaign listed in Appendix B of the regulation and states that authorized service stars will be worn on the appropriate campaign or service medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his DD Form 214 the Vietnam Service Medal and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the: * Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 2013001838
e. The PEB recommended the applicant's separation under the VA Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD), code 5242; a 10-percent disability rating; and separation with disability severance pay. Once a Soldier is determined to be physically unfit for further military service, a percentage rating is applied to the unfitting condition from the VASRD. Except for this rated condition, there is no evidence of record that shows any of the other medical conditions the applicant was diagnosed with...