ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019186
He completed his degree requirements before the Army Promotion List (APL) Board date and, due to an administrative error, Officer of Personnel Management did not update his civilian education records in the interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS). Officer Personnel Management failed to submit his promotion file to the APL Board per Military Personnel (MILPER) Message Number 12-222 (Fiscal Year 2013, CPT, Army Reserve Active Guard Reserve, Army Reserve Non-Active...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019189
The applicant requests award of the Purple Heart and Combat Action Badge for service during Vietnam. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. However, his service records are void of evidence and he has not provided any evidence that shows he was wounded as a result of hostile action or treated for those wounds.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019190
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 29 July 1966 to show the Air Assault Badge. The applicant provides copies of: * his DD Form 214 * 11th Air Assault Division Artillery Unit Orders Number 71 * internet printout showing the Air Assault Badge CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019192
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The available evidence shows that the applicant served in Southwest Asia in support of ODS from 1 October 1990 to 27 March 1991. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding to his DD Form 214 the: * Southwest Asia Service Medal with two bronze service stars * Kuwait Liberation Medal-Saudi-Arabia * Kuwait Liberation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019193
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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 applicant's military record contains various documents, such as his DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) and DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019195
On 8 September 1961, the applicant's chain of command considered the applicant's statement indicating he had two dependents at the time of his enlistment. On 26 September 1961, consistent with the chain of command's recommendations, the separation authority approved the discharge action and ordered the applicant discharged in accordance with paragraph 13g of Army Regulation 635-206 by reason of fraudulent enlistment with the issuance of an under honorable conditions (general) discharge. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019198
He also requests issuance of new "dog tags" based on correction of his DD Form 214. _____________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. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130019198 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130019198 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019201
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states he served in Bosnia-Herzegovina from 1 January 1996 to 28 June 1996 but was separated from active duty prior to authorization of the AFEM for service in support of Operation Joint Endeavor during the dates of his service. The evidence supports the applicant's request for correction of his DD Form 214 to show award of the AFEM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019204
The applicant's complete military records are not available for review. Based on his award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, he is authorized award of the Bronze Star Medal and correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 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 Bronze Star Medal based on the award of the Combat Infantryman Badge for service from 15 January 1945 to 7 May 1945 and adding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019209
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Bronze Star Medal. This case is being considered using a WD AGO Form 53-55 provided by the applicant and a partially reconstructed record provided by the National Personnel Records Center. Evidence clearly shows the applicant was an infantryman, assigned to a company-sized infantry unit who was awarded the Purple...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019211
The Soldier must be serving in and retiring in the grade of MSG. The applicant held the rank of MSG, not 1SG, on his last day of active duty. His DD Form 214 correctly reflects the rank and grade he held at the time of retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019212
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. In the absence of any derogatory information on file that would have disqualified him, it would be appropriate to award him the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal based on completion of a qualifying period of active Army service and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019213
The applicant states: a. The applicant provides: * NGB memorandum, Subject: Request for ETP for SLRP, dated 23 September 2013 * NGB memorandum, Subject: Clarification of Continuing SLRP Benefits upon acceptance of an AGR and/or Military Technician Position, dated 14 September 2009 * ETP request * SLRP Addendum * email between the applicant and members of the Wisconsin Army National Guard (WIARNG) * two DA Forms 2475 and allied documents CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant accepted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019216
A review of her records shows she requested to change her last name to "S___k" on 5 April 1994. The evidence of record shows the applicant's last name was "S___k" at the time she retired on 31 July 2006. Her divorce did not occur until 29 April 2013, more than 6 years after she retired and was issued her DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019219
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. In the processing of this case, an advisory opinion was obtained from the PDBR SRP and the applicant was provided a copy. The evidence of the available records shows no mental health diagnosis was rendered during the DES and there was no evidence of treatment of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019220
The applicant states the BSM is not recorded on his service records. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 18 October 1967 through 11 September 1969 and to add this award to his DD Form 214. 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 18 October 1967 through 11...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019222
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The applicant submitted an application through the DOD Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) Mental Health Special Review Panel (SRP). The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019224
The evidence of record does not show and the applicant has not provided evidence that indicates the FSM received wounds as a result of hostile action during World War II that required treatment by medical personnel and that a record was made of that treatment. The evidence shows the applicant's records contain administrative errors which do not require action by the Board. Therefore, the Board requests that ARBA CMD administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019225
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. After a comprehensive review of the applicants case, the SRP recommended his unfitting condition diagnosis be changed to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and his prior separation be modified to reflect he was placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) at 50% for PTSD (plus 10% for the back condition) for the duration of his TDRL period and then a permanent PTSD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019226
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the mental health condition during processing through the Disability...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019228
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. She goes on to discuss the timeframe and states that on the few occasions when the issue of mental health was mentioned she was informed to seek help if she needed to. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of any mental...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019229
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP determined that no MH diagnoses were changed to the applicant's possible disadvantage in the disability evaluation process.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019230
The DD Form 214 he was issued shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-31 - EDP, for failure to maintain acceptable standards for retention with an under honorable conditions (general) characterization of service. A general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions of an individual whose military record was not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. With respect to the rank shown on his DD Form 214,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019231
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM). His Interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS) record contains an ARCOM Certificate that shows the applicant was awarded the ARCOM by Permanent Order Number 194-081 issued by Headquarters, 2nd Heavy Brigade Combat Team dated 13 July 2010.for meritorious service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019232
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The applicant states, in effect, the case file should be reviewed in accordance with the Secretary of Defense directive for a comprehensive review of members who were referred for a disability evaluation between 11 September 2001 and 30 April 2012 and whose mental health diagnosis was changed during that process. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019236
Section 1 (Appointments, Promotions, and Reductions) of his DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows he was promoted to SP5/E-5 (T) on 3 April 1964 and SP5/E-5 (P) on 3 April 1965. Army Regulation 624-200, effective 1 July 1962, section III, governed the temporary appointment of enlisted personnel of the active Army to pay grades E-4 through E-9 made against periodic temporary appointment quota allocations issued by Headquarters, Department of the Army. However, all evidence in his records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019237
The applicant requests that his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to honorable. On 30 June 1980, the separation authority approved the applicants request for discharge and directed that he be issued a DD Form 794A (Certificate of Discharge Under Other Than Honorable Conditions). There is no indication that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019239
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his social security number (SSN) as "xxx-xx-26xx" instead of "xxx-xx-56xx." A review of his military personnel file shows that all the documents in his record that require an SSN entry show his SSN as "xxx-xx-56xx" to include the following: * DD Form 1966/1 (Application for Enlistment- Armed Forces of the United States) dated 10 July 1979. There is no evidence he used the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019246
The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) issued to the applicant on the date of his separation confirms he was separated under the provisions of chapter 11, Army Regulation 635-200, by reason of entry-level performance and conduct. Army Regulation 635-200 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. The evidence of record confirms that separation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019248
IN THE CASE OF BOARD DATE: 24 July 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130019248 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 25 September 2009, his commander notified him that action was being initiated to separate him under the provisions of Section III, chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), for commission of a serious offense. The commander advised the applicant of his right to: * consult with counsel * submit statements in his own behalf *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019249
The applicant requests award of the Army Good Conduct Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show this award. Army Regulation 600-65 (Service Medals), 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019251
The separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge, ordered her reduction to the rank of private/E-1, and directed characterization of her service as under other than honorable conditions. The applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows she was discharged on 15 May 1986 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019253
The applicant states that his court-martial order directed that all rights, privileges and property be restored to him after his confinement and he now desires an honorable discharge. On 22 December 1993, General Court-Martial Order Number 451 issued by the United States Disciplinary Barracks at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas set aside the finding of guilty of specification I of Charge II (failure to go to place of duty) and directed that all rights, privileges and property of which the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019255
He served in Vietnam from 2 December 1969 to 11 January 1970 (1 month and 10 days) while assigned to the 159th Aviation Battalion. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in Vietnam for 1 month and 10 days. As he had less than 6 months of service in Vietnam, he did not have sufficient qualifying service for entitlement to the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019258
The applicant requests the following corrections to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) with an effective date of 8 November 1969: * change his rank and pay grade to specialist five (SP5)/pay grade E-5 * add the Bronze Star Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal 2. The applicant states the orders for the award of the Bronze Star Medal and his promotion to SP5 are included with his request. c. Item 6 (Date of Rank) -...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019261
He was also diagnosed with the medically acceptable conditions of anxiety, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRD), headaches, erectile dysfunction, hyperlipidemia, varicose veins, and irritable bowel syndrome. On 9 April 2010, an MEB convened and after consideration of clinical records, laboratory findings, and physical examinations, the MEB found the applicant was diagnosed with the below conditions. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019262
The applicant requests a Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report (NCOER) for the period 1 March 2009 through 28 February 2010 (hereafter referred to as the contested NCOER) be removed from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR). Additionally, the contested NCOER shows in: * Part Ii (Rated Months) 12 * Part Ij (Non-Rated Codes) "I,S" * Part IIIf (Counseling Dates) initial "20090630" and later "20090928" and "20091203" * Part Ve (Senior Rater Bullet Comments) "Soldier refused to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019263
He was assigned to an infantry unit and served in MOS 11C during the period he was in the Republic of Vietnam. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 16 February 1967 through 20 September 1968 and to add this award to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 16 February 1967 through 20...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019264
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who had completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. There are no orders awarding the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal. _______ _ 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 | 20130019265
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of the general orders (GO) awarding him the Bronze Star Medal and the resulting certificate to show his social security number (SSN) as "344-XX-XXXX" instead of "544-XX-XXXX." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * amending Headquarters, Third Regional Assistance Command,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019267
On 27 August 2009, an Investigating Officer (IO) completed an Army Regulation 15-6 (Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers) investigation. The OSRB determined there was no evidence that the rating officials' comments on the report were anything other than their considered opinion of the applicant. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for removal of the contested OER from his AMHRR.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019268
The MEB recommended the applicant's referral to a physical evaluation board (PEB). The applicant retired by reason of temporary disability on 23 May 2010 and she was placed on the TDRL in the rank/grade of 1SG/E-8 on 24 May 2010 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation), paragraph 4-24b(2). The PEB recommended a 100-percent combined disability rating and the applicant's permanent retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019269
d. During routine or emergency medical treatment, a physician or health care provider may note apparent alcohol or other drug abuse wherein the individual will be referred to Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) counseling center. The ROP stated that the NJP and allied documents, dated 20 June 2013, showed the applicant had accepted NJP under the provisions of Article 15, UCMJ, for being "found drunk while on duty hours." c. Paragraph 10-12a also states protected evidence under this policy...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019270
Specifically, he states: * the evidence that led to rescinding his award of the Purple Heart and receipt of the GOMOR was manufactured and false * HRC did not have jurisdiction in the award of the Purple Heart; the jurisdiction belongs to DOD * HRC violated their own procedures because Ex-Post Factos rules are unethical; HRC revoked the award 5 years after it had been issued * he has been stabbed in the back by those who sit in air conditioned offices and do not hold to the decisions made by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019276
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests: * correction of block 25 (Separation Authority) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show a more favorable entry * correction of block 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) of his DD Form 214 to show "Convenience of the Government" instead of "Unsatisfactory Performance" * correction of the "Finding of Facts" section of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019277
The applicant states * he was not a malingerer * his command had a culture of stigmatization around mental health issues and a pattern of intimidating Soldiers into not seeking medical treatment especially for mental health issues * he preformed over 50 combat missions for which he was awarded the Cavalry Combat Spurs * after returning from a year-long tour in Iraq his health deteriorated * thinking of returning to combat made him more anxious and depressed with thoughts of suicide and he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019279
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * his deployment to Grenada from 27 October to 19 November 1983 * his award of the Air Medal * his three awards of the Army Achievement Medal (AAM) * his award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) 2. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 to show: * his deployment to Grenada from 27 October to 19 November 1983 * his award of the Air...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019281
During his service in Vietnam, the applicant completed various combat missions. Army Regulation 600-8-22 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Air Medal (38th Award) for meritorious achievement while participating in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019282
The applicant, the former spouse of a retired, and now deceased, former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's record to show he elected Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage for former spouse, and payment of the SBP annuity. On 13 December 2012, by letter, DFAS officials notified the applicant that in order for a former spouse to be eligible for an SBP the member would have to request in writing to change the SBP election from spouse to former spouse, or the divorce decree...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019285
The applicant and counsel state the applicant is entitled to award of the BSM (based upon his previous award of the CIB), the Purple Heart, the American Defense Service Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, and a bronze service star for participation in the Central Europe campaign. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Bronze Star Medal based upon award of the Combat Infantryman Badge...