ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019287
The applicant states he retired from active duty (AD) on 31 May 2008. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 May 2008 * DD Form 214 for the period ending 31 July 2013 * Certificate of Marriage * DD Form 2656-6 (SBP Election Change Certificate), dated 25 June 2013 * Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) memorandum denying his application to add his spouse to his SBP * Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019288
The applicant requests, in effect, retroactive payment of Medical Officer Special Pay (MOSP) at the rate of $450 per month for his active duty periods from 14 September 1988 to 6 August 2005. He originally submitted an application to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) on 24 September 2012; however, it was returned because he had not exhausted all administrative remedies through his state and finance offices. Other than clarifying when special pays are authorized the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019291
He provided series of medical records dated between10 January 2009 and 13 September 2011. a. Additionally, medical authorities never recommended he go before a medical evaluation board (MEB) or physical evaluation board (PEB). Based on his medical records, the medical authorities recommended that he return to duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019296
The applicant, the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show that he participated in the Philippine Campaign during World War II and award of the Philippine Liberation Medal and any other awards and decorations to which he is entitled. The FSM's available record is void of evidence and the applicant has not provided evidence showing specific geographic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019297
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 17 June 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130019297 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show any awards he is authorized for his service in Korea. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Korea Defense Service Medal to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019299
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). However, his medical records will definitely document his 4-day stay at the 24th Evacuation Hospital. His medical documents indicate he was diagnosed with staph cellulitis to his right upper lip.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019300
He did have orders. On 16 December 2010, the applicant cleared the school awaiting orders to Germany. r. The applicant's orders to Fort Leonard Wood expired on 10 December 2010 and these orders were superseded on 9 November 2010 by his assignment to Germany with a tentative report date of 19 January 2011. s. The applicant was subject to orders at all times.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019301
The applicant requests reconsideration of correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: a. his service in Vietnam and Korea; and b. award of the Vietnam Service Medal. The applicant states: * his Congressman helped him obtain additional documents from his medical records which show he served more than 5 months in Vietnam * he obtained notarized eyewitness statements from former fellow unit members who confirm his service in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019302
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous request for retroactive promotion to command sergeant major (CSM)/E-9 in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). The applicant provides: * Self-authored statement and 4 self-authored notes * List of qualifications and accomplishments * Two letters from the Sergeants Major Academy, dated 11 October 1991 and 17 October 1991 * Memorandum of request for promotion consideration to sergeant major (SGM), undated * Order Number 296-00053, dated 23...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019304
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (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. The evidence of record shows he served on active duty in Korea from 27 December 1962 to 15 July 1965, a period of over 1 year. 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 | CY2013 | 20130019306
On 8 November 1973, the applicants immediate commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate action to eliminate him from the Army under the provisions of chapter 13 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) by reason of unsuitability. The DD Form 214 he was issued shows he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 13 of Army Regulation 635-200 with a character of service as under honorable conditions (general). The discharge proceedings were...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019307
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show two awards of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) and completion of 23 months and 11 days of foreign service. The applicant actually completed 1 year, 11 months, and 13 days of foreign service and his DD Form 214 should be corrected accordingly. The Board further determined the evidence presented is insufficient to warrant a portion of the requested relief.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019310
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-65 (Service 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. The available records indicate the applicant served honorably throughout his active duty service from 15 May 1951 through 27 May 1953.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019313
The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted and served under the SSN shown on his DD Form 214. The Army has an interest in maintaining the accuracy of its records and the evidence of record clearly shows the applicant served his entire period of service under the SSN that is currently reflected on his DD Form 214. Accordingly, there is no basis to grant the applicant's request to change his SSN in his official military records.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019314
c. The applicant states that since his discharge, he has gotten on with his life. He stated he would like to discuss his personal problems with the commander and felt the reason he was AWOL was justified. On 2 January 1975, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, and directed the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019315
While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file. The evidence of record shows he received one bronze service star. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019319
On 6 August 1970, the applicant's company commander recommended the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-206 for a civil conviction with an undesirable discharge. The regulation stated in: a. Paragraph 3-7a - an honorable discharge was a separation with honor. The applicant's record shows he was discharged in accordance with Army Regulation 635-206 for misconduct-conviction by civil authorities.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019326
The applicant requests that his rank on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be changed. _____________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) AR20130019326 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019329
For item 28e (Education) the recruiter indicated he reviewed the applicant's GED (general education development) and a high school letter. The entry in item 18i and the recruiter's verification of the applicant's education on his DD Form 1966 indicate that it was known at the time of his enlistment he had his GED. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the "X" in the NO block of item 15b of his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019330
The applicant provides a copy of the last page of her Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) Record of Proceedings. While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file. Pertinent Army regulations provide that individuals will be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019337
c. according to Army Regulation 735-5, the Active Army has from FLIPL initiation to approving authority approval, 75 days to complete processing of the FLIPL. In the instant matter: * Loss deemed to occur on 25 January 2011 * An Army Regulation 15-6 (Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers Investigation) findings and recommendations decided on 27 January 2011 * FLIPL initiated on 2 February 2011 * Notification to the applicant holding him responsible on 17 February 2011...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019340
A review of the applicant's military personnel records shows evidence that he was awarded or authorized additional awards and decorations. The applicant contends his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his service in the RVN and his authorized awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the Vietnam Service Medal from item 13 of his DD Form 214; b. adding the following awards to item 24 of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019342
In a VA Form 21-4138 (VA Statement in Support of Claim), dated 16 September 2013, he states: a. he reenlisted in Germany and found out his wife was pregnant by another man. On 2 December 1971, he was discharged for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, and issued an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. ___________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019344
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge (UD) to honorable. On 20 November 1972, the applicant signed 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. Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) provides that the Board begins its consideration of each case with the presumption of administrative regularity.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019347
The applicant requests correction of his date of rank (DOR) to chief warrant officer two (CW2) in the New York Army National Guard (NYARNG) from 29 January 2013 to 20 August 2012. He further contends his DOR should be adjusted in accordance with (lAW) the NGB PPOM Number 13-006, dated 6 February 2013, which states in part, "Implement the 2013 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for WO promotions to CW2 which removed the requirement for a Federal Recognition Board (FRB) for promotion...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019349
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his record to show a request for an exception to policy (ETP) was approved, allowing him to receive a $10,000.00 Reenlistment/Extension Bonus (REB). On 5 March 2013, the Deputy G-1, ARNG, NGB, signed a memorandum denying a request for an ETP allowing the applicant to retain the $10,000.00 REB and directing the State Incentive Manager to terminate the REB with recoupment. The applicant provides: a. a sworn statement, dated 18 October 2013, in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019350
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states the legal name change should be documented in the military records. The fact that subsequent to service, the applicant underwent a name change does not provide a sufficiently mitigating basis for changing the information recorded in the military records, which were correct at the time the applicant performed military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019355
The applicant requests correction of item 14 (Military Education) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 10 March 1990 to show he completed the Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC). It states that for item 14, list formal in-service (full-time attendance) training courses successfully completed during the period of service covered by the DD Form 214. The certificate of graduation provided by the applicant which shows he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019359
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. c. A Statement to the Board for Alternate Service, wherein he submitted matters to the Alternate Service Board for consideration in their determination of the number of months of alternate service that he must serve. d. A Joint Alternative Service Board Agreement that shows the Joint Alternative Service Board that was established by Presidential Proclamation Number 4313 reviewed his official records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019360
The applicant states: * he wants item 23 of his DD Form 214 changed to "Relief from Active Duty" * he wants item 28 changed to "Physical Disability" * he is not nor has he ever received retired pay from the Army * he is off the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) * he needs these items corrected on his DD Form 214 because the U.S. Army Regulation 635-5 (Personnel Separations - Separation Documents), in effect at the time, prescribed the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019363
The applicant requests the transfer of a DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)) and general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR) to the restricted folder of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File). On 29 June 2012, the GOMOR imposing authority directed filing the GOMOR in the applicant's AMHRR. The applicant had nearly 10 years of military service at the time of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019365
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 21 November 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130019365 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests removal of a memorandum disqualifying her for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) from her Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019367
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. It appears his service from the date of enlistment (5 June 2006) to the date of his flag (14 February 2010), a period of more than 3 years, should have qualified him for award of the Army Good Conduct 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 Medal (1st Award) for service from 5 June 2006 through 4 June 2009 * adding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019368
CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The SRP agreed with the NARSUM conclusions that there was insufficient evidence of symptoms to qualify for a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and that anxiety disorder not otherwise specified was therefore a better fit. The SRP considered the entirety of the record and deliberated if the rating at the time of separation was more consistent with the awarded 30% rating or if the record supported a higher rating of 50% or 70%, when the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019369
(2) The 8 May 2013, Headquarters, 2d Squadron, 3d Cavalry Regiment memorandum Subject: Administrative Reduction Board Proceedings announces the results of the board and provides the names of the board members. This is a Change of Rater NCOER and shows the rater checked several "NO" blocks in Part IV(Army Values/Attributes/Skills/Actions). The available evidence shows the applicant was reduced to SPC by an administrative reduction board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019371
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Separation or Discharge) be corrected to show award of the Vietnam Service Medal, Air Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Pistol and Rifle Bars, Presidential Unit Citation (PUC), and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. He had served 2 years, 9 months, and 15 days of active service and his DD Form 214 issued at the time of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019372
In a letter, dated 13 October 1903, the Chief, Record and Pension Office informed Senator Burrows that the President, concurring in an opinion of the Attorney General, had decided the MOH could not be awarded to a person not in the military service of the United States unless the application or recommendation for the award of the medal was made to him while he was in the military service. On 23 May 2013, the Chief, Awards and Decorations Branch, HRC, replied to Senator Nelson stating the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019376
The applicant requests correction of the type of separation shown on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 25 September 1992 to show release from active duty (REFRAD) instead of release from active duty for training (ADT). Chapter 2 states item 23 shows the type of separation for enlisted personnel, such as REFRAD, discharge, retirement, release from ADT, or release from custody and control of the Army. Upon his REFRAD, his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019381
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show award of the Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp. The applicant's military record is not available to the Board for review. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence to show he is eligible for the Army of Occupation Medal with Japan Clasp.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019384
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to an entry-level or uncharacterized discharge. On 18 May 2007, the separation authority approved his voluntary request for discharge in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, and directed the issuance of a discharge under other than honorable conditions. The evidence of record shows he was AWOL from on or about 5 January 2007 through on or about 5...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019385
Army Regulation 635-5 (Personnel Separations Separation Documents) prescribes the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon retirement, discharge, or release from active military service or control of the Army. It states the DD Form 214 provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. a. Paragraph 2-1b(2) states that a DD Form 214 will not be prepared for enlisted Soldiers discharged for immediate...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019387
CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army acting through the ABCMR. As a result, clemency is not warranted in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019390
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to change the date he entered active duty from 2 September 1981 to 28 July 1979. The applicant contends his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show he entered military service on 28 July 1979, not 2 September 1981. Therefore, the Board determined the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019392
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. There is also no evidence of record and the applicant did not provide any evidence that shows he was told he had to wait 7 years before he could apply for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019394
On 25 January 1994, he was notified of his pending separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct for serious acts of misconduct. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel from active duty. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019396
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Korean Service Medal (KSM); however, it appears he intended to request award of the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM), which is commonly confused with the KSM. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for award of the KSM; however, it does support award of the KDSM. His record shows he completed a period of service in Korea qualifying for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019398
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 18 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130019398 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Title 37, U.S. Code, section 308i (Special pay: PSEB) provides, in pertinent part, that a person who is a former enlisted member of an Armed Force who enlists in the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve of an Armed Force for a period of 3 or 6 years in a critical military skill...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019400
He also requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show in: * item 34 (Wounds Received in Action) he received wounds in action * item 36 (Service Outside Continental United States and Return) the correct date of his arrival in the United States * item 37 (Total Length of Service) he had 13 months of foreign service 2. The form further shows in: * item 6 (Organization) he was assigned to Company A, 363rd Infantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130019402
On 4 May 1989, the applicant's immediate commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate separation action against him in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12a, for misconduct - commission of a serious offense, wrongful possession of marijuana. On 18 May 1989, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, by reason of misconduct - commission...