ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020241
The evidence of record confirms that in conjunction with her disability retirement the applicant completed a DD Form 2656 on 30 July 2013 and elected not to participate in the SBP. However, although her spouse signed the DD Form 2656 on 5 August 2013 indicating he concurred with her election, the notary public dated the form 5 July 2013 as the date she witnessed his signature. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020242
On 4 August 1975, 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 was discharged for the good of the service. After consulting with counsel, he requested discharge for the good of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020244
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he retired in the rank of first sergeant (1SG). Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations), chapter 12, states that NCOs holding the grade of MSG at retirement, whose records show successful service as a 1SG, will be placed on the Retired List in the grade title 1SG. The applicant's DD Form 214 is correct as prepared in accordance with Army Regulation 635-5 in that he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020247
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the Unites States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he completed mechanic training and that he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal, Driver and Mechanic Badge, and Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Carbine and (M-1 and M-14) Rifle Bars. There is no evidence of record that shows the applicant completed mechanic training. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020248
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of item 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show something other than pregnancy. Her commander stated she had the option to elect to remain on active duty or she could elect to be separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separations), chapter 8, by reason of pregnancy. The evidence of record confirms the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020249
The applicant, the widow of a former service member (FSM), requests correction of his: * DD Form 1300 (Report of Casualty), Item 9g (Religious Preference) to show his religion as "Correllian Wicca First Degree" instead of "Methodist Churches" * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge) for the period ending 27 June 2013 to show award of the Legion of Merit 2. The applicant provides a DA Form 638, dated 16 September 2013, that shows Permanent Order Number 2013-296-003, issued by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020250
The respective dependent must then submit an application for VA educational benefits, VA Form 22-1990e, to request to use the benefits. On 22 June 2009, DOD established the criteria for eligibility and transfer of unused educational benefits to eligible family members. The applicant was eligible to transfer his education benefits under the TEB prior to retirement, but there is no evidence he did so.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020253
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows his SSN as "570-XX-XXXX." No documents in his records show he used the requested SSN during his military service. ___________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 | 20130020254
The applicant provides a statement of support, dated 28 March 2013, wherein a judge advocate with Legal Assistance, CAARNG, recommended approval of the applicant's request and stated the applicant's NPSEB Addendum should be changed to show he enlisted for the critical MOS 92A and critical UIC WV59A0 so he may keep the bonus of $20,000 he already received. The evidence of record confirms the applicant initially enlisted in the CAARNG on 4 March 2008 for an NPSEB of $20,000 in the critical...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020261
The applicant submitted a request to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for correction of the narrative reason for separation recorded on her DD Form 214 from personality disorder to physical disability (PTSD) because she was sexually assaulted by a noncommissioned officer (NCO). She also wrote, "I had to get back to work, he grabbed me and tried to pull me close. Records show the applicant's separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, by reason of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020262
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 7 May1924 instead of 5 August 1924. 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 Board determined that the evidence...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020263
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Evidence shows his primary MOS was 71B2O at time of his REFRAD which is properly shown in item 23a 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020264
A review of his official records failed to show any evidence that the applicant was considered by the DA Decorations Board for an increase in his retired pay for extraordinary heroism. On 20 February 2007, the applicant submitted an application to the ABCMR requesting to be granted a 10-percent increase in retired pay based on his award of the Soldier's Medal. HRC stated that a review of his DA Form 2339 and DA Form 3713 did not indicate he was eligible for an increase in retired pay and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020266
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: a. item 31 (Foreign Service), he served in Vietnam from 29 November 1967 to 26 November 1968; b. item 38 (Record of Assignments), he was assigned to Company B, 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 196th Infantry, from 9 December 1967 to 21 November 1968; c. item 38, no entry indicating he was in a patient status; d. item 38, he received all "excellent" ratings for conduct and efficiency; e. item 40 (Wounds), he received a fragment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020267
The applicant provides: * self-authored statement * Congressional correspondence * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Enlisted Record Brief * Army Discharge Review Board decisional documents * Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Record of Proceedings, Docket Number AR20120013632, dated 7 February 2013 * extracts of his discharge packet CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. On 28 July 2010, he received counseling of possible separation in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020269
After consulting with 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. On 8 January 1971, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. The applicant contends he was on drugs and went AWOL after coming home from Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020271
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. The letter of support provided by the applicant is not sufficient evidence by itself to correct his records because the author does not state nor does he provide orders announcing the applicant was awarded the medals. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020272
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. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020273
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) with three oak leaf clusters (3OLC). The applicant provides a copy of orders amending his last award of the Army Commendation Medal to show the 3d Oak Leaf Cluster. CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020274
On 12 March 1985, he was notified of his pending separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct (commission of a serious offense). There is no evidence in the available record that shows the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. _________X____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020275
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 8 July 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130020275 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. He acknowledged that he was guilty of the charges or lesser included charges and that, if the request was accepted, he could receive a discharge under other than honorable conditions and be furnished a UOTHC Discharge Certificate. It was these charges and his request for discharge that resulted in the UOTHC characterization of his discharge and narrative reason for separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020276
On 6 February 1998, his battery commander notified him that he was initiating action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for a pattern of misconduct and commission of a serious offense. The DA Form 2627 documenting the NJP shows his use of marijuana had been detected by testing a urine sample he provided on 20 January 1998. a. A discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally appropriate for a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020276
On 6 February 1998, his battery commander notified him that he was initiating action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for a pattern of misconduct and commission of a serious offense. The DA Form 2627 documenting the NJP shows his use of marijuana had been detected by testing a urine sample he provided on 20 January 1998. a. A discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally appropriate for a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020280
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he is a high school graduate. This information indicates the applicant completed at least 3- 4 years of high school education but he was not a high school graduate. The applicant provided an unofficial copy of his high school diploma but there is no corroborating evidence of record to show he completed the 12th grade during his period of active duty service or that he updated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020281
There is no indication he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. The evidence of record confirms the applicant demonstrated he could not or would not meet acceptable standards required of enlisted personnel as evidenced by the numerous adverse counselings he received, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020292
There is no evidence the applicant was awarded the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). The entry in item 40 of the applicant's DA Form 20 that shows he was wounded in action on 15 May 1969 and the DA Form 8-275-3 that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart on 17 May 1969 are accepted as sufficient evidence on which to base adding award of the Purple Heart to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020293
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge (GD) to an honorable discharge (HD). On 18 May 1994, his commander submitted a recommendation that the applicant be discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c. There is no evidence showing the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020295
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending on 14 December 1973 to show award of the: * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Air Medal * Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device * Purple Heart 2. In addition to the awards listed on both of his DD Forms 214, Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows his award as the: * Presidential Unit...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020296
Although he provides a copy of his Medicare card that shows the SSN he claims is correct, this document alone is insufficient evidence to conclude that an error occurred during the preparation 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) AR20130020296 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020297
On 6 October 2013, the Board denied his request for CRSC because he failed to show his physical conditions were combat-related and without evidence to establish a direct causal relationship of his VA rated disabilities to war or the simulation to war, there was insufficient basis for granting relief in his case. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1413a (CRSC) provides that eligible members are those retirees who have 20 years of service for retired pay computation or are medical retirees and who...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020298
Counsel requests, in effect, that the records of the deceased FSM be corrected to show he changed his SBP coverage to former spouse coverage or as an alternative, that his records be corrected to show the applicant made a timely former spouse election. Title 10, U. S. Code, section 1450(f)(3)(A) permits a former spouse to make a written request that an SBP election of former spouse coverage be deemed to have been made when the former spouse is awarded the SBP annuity incident to a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020309
The doctors were not helpful in providing him with the medications that he needed for his injuries and pain because they thought he was making up the pain in order to receive drugs. Therefore, as a result of his request for correction of your records to show award of the Purple Heart will not be further discussed in this Record of Proceedings. The applicant had been on multiple pain medication regimes to include narcotic medications without relief of pain in his back.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020312
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's military service records show he enlisted in the Regular Army on 19 January 1971 for 2 years. However, the evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted for the 55B, Ammunition Specialty course.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020313
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 Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant's records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States (AUS) on 18 October 1966. _______ _ _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 | 20130020324
The applicant provides: * Letter from the Assistant Division Commander * General Orders (GO) Number 5425, Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His award of the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device clearly shows he was personally present and an active participant when his infantry unit actively engaged the enemy. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Combat Infantryman...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020326
The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not list his completion of 21 weeks of the Wire Electronic Repairman Course and does not show his temporary appointment to the rank of CPL. He has no evidence and the Army has all the records. The applicants complete military records are not available to the Board for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020327
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 14 January 1947 * his rank at the time of discharge as specialist four (SP4) * award of the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16) 2. The evidence of record shows the applicant listed his DOB as 4 January 1947 upon his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020332
However, his record contains a duly-constituted DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged on 21 January 1980 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with a UOTHC characterization of service. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge UOTHC is normally considered appropriate. During the period of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020333
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of the characterization of service on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 1 May 1991 to show "honorable" or "general, under honorable conditions" instead of "uncharacterized." Army Regulation 635-5 (Separation Documents), in effect at the time, stated a DD Form 214 was a synopsis of the Soldier's most recent period of continuous active duty service. Though evidence shows she was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020335
The applicant requests upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable or general, under honorable conditions discharge. In his request for discharge, he indicated he understood that by requesting discharge, he was admitting guilt to the charge against him or of a lesser included offense that also authorized the imposition of a discharge under other than honorable conditions. On 10 March 1989, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020336
His entire military record shows his name as Clark J----- J------. It stated the DD Form 214 is a synopsis of the Soldier's most recent period of continuous active service. Evidence shows he served under the name of Clark J-----J------ throughout his entire period of active service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020338
The applicant requests award of the Army Good Conduct Medal, U.S. Army Commemorative Medal and Cold War Victory Commemorative Medal. The applicant states he believes he is entitled to award of the Army Good Conduct Medal, U.S. Army Commemorative Medal and Cold War Victory Commemorative Medal for his honorable service. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020343
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in Vietnam from 9 April 1970 to 5 March 1971. There is no evidence in his military records that indicates he was awarded the Purple Heart or that he was treated for a combat-related wound. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020346
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his first, middle, and last names as H.M.C-A. Army Regulation 635-5 (Separations Documents), in effect at the time of the applicant's active duty service, prescribed the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon retirement, discharge, or release from active military service or control of the Army. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020347
Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this unit award. All units in Vietnam were awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation during his service in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 20 August 1969 through 25 March 1971; b. deleting from his DD Form 214 the BSM and Vietnam Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020352
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Army Commendation Medal * Bronze Star Medal 6. The applicant served in Vietnam during a qualifying period; therefore, he is also entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this unit award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020358
BOARD DATE: 12 August 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130020358 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant, the mother of a former service member (FSM), requests change of the FSM's uncharacterized discharge to honorable. Chapter 3 (Character of Service/Description of Service), paragraph 3-7a, states, in part, the honorable characterization may be awarded to a Soldier upon completion of his/her period of enlistment or period for which called or ordered to active duty or ADT, or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020361
The applicant requests correction of his military records by showing he changed his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) election from former spouse coverage to spouse coverage. The applicant provides copies of: * Orders S95-11, U.S. Total Army Personnel Command, dated 15 May 1992 * Orders 121-41, U.S. Army Support Command, dated 26 May 1992 * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Certificate of Marriage between the applicant and his first wife, dated 23 July 1971 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020365
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show an additional award of the Army Commendation Medal. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence clearly shows a fourth Army Commendation Medal was awarded to the applicant after her discharge; therefore, it was not included on her DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130020367
He requested his military records and after receiving them he realized that he had his training certificates and medical profile which prove that he was injured during training which prevented him from participating in physical activities and continuing his military service. The separation authority approved the request and directed the applicant's discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11, for entry-level performance and conduct with uncharacterized service; as...