ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021752
NDAA 2008, section 1646 (Enhancement of Disability Severance Pay), provides that no deductions may be made from severance pay of service members rated less than 30-percent disabled with less than 20 years of active duty if the disability severance pay is for a disability incurred in the line of duty in a combat zone or incurred during performance of duty in combat-related operations as designated by the Secretary of Defense. The applicant contends items 26 and 28 of his DD Form 214 should...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021753
The applicant requests that her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to reflect her new name and Social Security Number (SSN). Her DD Form 214 issued at the time of her REFRAD reflects the name and SSN under which she was serving at the time of her REFRAD. The evidence of record shows the name and SSN depicted on the applicants DD Form 214 is the SSN that she enlisted and served under during all of her service and the last name she served under.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021754
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) as follows: * item 19a (Mailing Address After Separation), change from "1XX1 Semxxxxx Blvd, Apartment 2XX, Largo, Florida 33770" to 52XX Deexxxxx Avenue, Spring Hill, Florida, 34608" * item 19b (Nearest relative), change the name from "Carrie L. Bxxxx" to "Brenda K. Bxxxx" and the new address indicated above 2. The applicant provides his marriage record and divorce document. He...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021757
Court-martial charges were preferred against him for being AWOL from on or about 3 January 1982 through on or about 2 February 1982. The separation authority approved his request for discharge. The applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge under conditions other than honorable was carefully considered; however, there is insufficient evidence to support his request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021759
Following consultation with legal counsel, he provided statements in his own behalf and requested a general discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial in accordance with chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel). There is no indication 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 Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021759
Following consultation with legal counsel, he provided statements in his own behalf and requested a general discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial in accordance with chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel). There is no indication 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 Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021760
Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge UOTHC is normally considered appropriate. _______ _ _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) AR20130021760 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130021760 4 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021761
The applicant requests that he be awarded additional awards of the Air Medal. However, others he served with were awarded at least nine awards of the Air Medal and he believes he is deserving of more awards of the Air Medal, also. His DD Form 214 covering the period 15 December 1960 to 14 December 1966 shows that he was awarded the Air Medal and Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Vietnam).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021762
The applicant requests an upgrade of his undesirable discharge (UD) to an honorable discharge. On 4 February 1975, after consulting with counsel, the applicant requested discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separations), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial for charges being preferred against him. There is no evidence he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board within its 15-year statute of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021763
Military Personnel Records and advisory opinions (if any). The applicant requests that his record be corrected to show he was selected for promotion to sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7 in fiscal year (FY) 1991 (FY91) and received the appropriate date of rank (DOR) and effective date. His records were not submitted for consideration for promotion for the FY91 SFC Promotion Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021764
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A DD Form 458 (Charge Sheet) initiated by his chain of command in or about February 1982 shows he was being charged with one specification of AWOL beginning on or about 17 January 1982. b. U.S. Army Training Center and Fort Dix, Fort Dix, NJ, Orders 088-77, dated 29 March 1982, reduced him in rank to private/E-1 effective 19 March 1982 and ordered his discharge effective 8 April 1982. c. A DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021767
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. After a comprehensive review of the applicants case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there be no change in the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) adjudication for the applicant's mental health (MH) conditions at the time of Temporary Disability Retired...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021768
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The Vietnam Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States serving in Vietnam and contiguous waters or airspace thereover, after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. c. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021769
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 changes in diagnosis of the mental health (MH) condition, which may have been to the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021770
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending on 26 September 1997 to show his social security number (SSN) as "XXX-XX-XXX5" instead of "XXX-XX-XXX6." Additionally, he provided a DD Form 214 for the period ending on 20 July 2011, from the Air National Guard, that also shows his SSN as "XXX-XX-XXX5." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021771
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his records to show his final rank as sergeant (SGT)/pay grade E-5. The DA Form 137 (Installation Clearance Record) completed in connection with his release from active duty shows his grade as "SGT E5."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021773
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 Bronze Star Medal (BSM). Department of the Army Pamphlet 672-3 (Unit Citation and Campaign Participation Credit Register) shows the 2nd Battalion, 320th Artillery in Vietnam was awarded the: * RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation based on Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) Number 8, dated 1974 * RVN Civil Actions Honor Medal First...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021782
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). There are no orders or any other evidence in the applicant's available records that show he was awarded an infantry MOS. It is also noted he served in an infantry unit during his period of service in Vietnam; however, the evidence of record shows he completed training and he was awarded MOS 12B.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021785
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 16 February 2014 to show his home of record (HOR) as Holbrook, Massachusetts instead of Cardiff, California. By regulation, the HOR is the place recorded as the home of the individual at the time of enlistment, or induction, and there is no authority to change the HOR officially recorded at the time of entry into military service unless it is based on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021791
The applicant requests the WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Service) of his deceased uncle, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show: * A bronze arrowhead and three additional bronze service stars to be affixed to his European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal * Presidential Unit Citation 2. Based on award of this badge, he is entitled to award of the Bronze Star Medal and correction of his records to show it. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021792
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). While it is conceivable that the applicant's subsequently diagnosed conditions may have had an effect on him while he was in the military, he has failed to show through the evidence submitted with his application and the evidence of record that such was the case. His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations and the BCD appropriately characterizes the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021792
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). While it is conceivable that the applicant's subsequently diagnosed conditions may have had an effect on him while he was in the military, he has failed to show through the evidence submitted with his application and the evidence of record that such was the case. His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable law and regulations and the BCD appropriately characterizes the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021793
Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's case by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) in Docket Number AR20120010069, on 3 January 2013. The applicant provides a memorandum from the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1 which states, in effect, that he (the deputy G-1) was the Deputy Commanding General of the U.S. Army Human Resources Command when the transfer of Post 9-11 GI Bill benefits was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021794
The applicant, the father of the deceased former service member (FSM), requests reconsideration of his earlier request for correction of the FSM's military records to show his date of release from active duty as 12 February 2012. The applicant requests reconsideration of his earlier request for correction of the FSM's military records to show he died while still on active duty. The available evidence further shows that the NGB has reviewed the LOD issue and determined the FSM was not in a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021799
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. After a comprehensive review of the applicants case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there be no change of the applicants disability and separation determination. The SRP determined that no mental health (MH) diagnoses were changed to the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021800
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 MH condition during processing through the Disability Evaluation System (DES). The evidence of the available records shows a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021801
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 considered if there was a change in the MH diagnosis during the disability evaluation system (DES) process which adversely affected the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021802
The applicant submitted an application through the Department of Defense (DOD) Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) MH Special Review Panel (SRP). The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicant's submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. After a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021811
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) listed his Service Number. _______ _ _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 | 20130021817
The applicant provides his DD Form 214. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in Vietnam from 19 January 1966 to 11 June 1966. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting from item 26 of his DD Form 214 the Vietnam Service Medal * adding to item 26 of his DD Form 214 the: * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) * Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze service star * Expert Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021828
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to reflect his foreign service, his deployment and awards of the Army Achievement Medal (AAM), Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM), and Kuwait Liberation Medal. The applicant states he deployed to the Gulf War during 19900819 19910426 and his DD Form 214 does not reflect his foreign service, deployment, or awards of the AAM, SWASM, and Kuwait Liberation Medal. His DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021830
The applicant requests award of the Army Service Ribbon and the Overseas Service Ribbon. His records are void of and he does not provide any evidence of active service after 11 June 1981. Although the Army Service Ribbon and the Overseas Service Ribbon were established on 10 April 1981 prior to the applicant's discharge, the individual concerned had to have an active Army status on or after 1 August 1981 to be eligible for this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021831
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 13 February 1967 to show awards for his service in Vietnam, including "combat ribbons," the Vietnam Service Medal, and the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Campaign Medal with Device (1960). The applicant had prior enlisted service in the Army National Guard, Army of the United States, and U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). He did serve in Vietnam as a WO during the period of service ending 20 July 1968, and the DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021838
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests the removal of documents from the performance folder of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR), formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File, pertaining to disqualification for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). The documents in question are undated and indicate the unit commander disqualified him for the 2nd award of the AGCM for the period...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021842
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Purple Heart (PH) and Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show these awards. The applicant contends that he should be awarded the PH and CIB for his service in Vietnam and his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these awards. The evidence of record clearly shows the applicant was assigned as an infantryman with an infantry company.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021844
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 17 November 1966 to show he was assigned to the Special Operations Group and correction of his DD Form 214N for the period ending 19 September 1969 to reflect 1 month and 18 days of foreign service. The applicant states he was assigned to the Special Operations Group from Company "G," 577th Engineer Battalion (Construction), U.S. Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021845
His record includes a DA Form 664 (Serviceman's Statement Concerning Application for Compensation from the Veterans Administration), prepared and authenticated by the applicant on 5 March 1970, which shows he listed his first and last names as the names he claims were changed in October 1969. A review of his available military records show he served under the first and last names he claims were changed in October 1969 throughout his entire military service. Evidence shows he served under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021852
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A member must make the election within 90 days of receiving the notification of eligibility to receive retired pay at age 60 or else wait until he/she applies for retired pay and elect to participate in the standard SBP. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021858
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) created upon his entry on active duty shows he was a citizen of Ireland. The DD Form 214 he was issued contains an "X" in the no block of item 8 to indicate he was not a U.S. citizen. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to reflect his U.S. citizenship status.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021862
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show his service in Vietnam. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) was awarded by the Government of Vietnam to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam during the period 1 March 1961 through 28 March 1973. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021863
The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for award of the Korean Service Medal; however, it does support award of the Korea Defense Service Medal. However, his record shows he completed a period of service in Korea qualifying for the award of the Korea Defense Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding the Korea Defense Service Medal to his DD Form 214 with an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021864
The applicant states the SSN entered on his DD Form 214 is wrong. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence to correct his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as it is shown on these documents. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by changing his SSN in item 3 of his DD Form 214 with an effective date of 15 September 1967 to show the date listed on his social security card.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021868
The applicant was promoted to SSG in the USAR on 1 October 2005. In April 2009, the official enlisted promotion list was activated and the MTARNG held a promotion board. The applicant was neither eligible for nor recommended for promotion to SFC/E-7.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021868
The applicant was promoted to SSG in the USAR on 1 October 2005. In April 2009, the official enlisted promotion list was activated and the MTARNG held a promotion board. The applicant was neither eligible for nor recommended for promotion to SFC/E-7.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021869
On 27 May 1982, NJP was imposed against him for being AWOL from 2 - 6 May 1982. There is no evidence in the available records to show that he ever applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Therefore, in the absence of evidence showing an error or injustice occurred in his case, there appears to be no basis for granting an honorable or a general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021870
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her: * middle name as LaShon vice Lashown * date of birth (DOB) as 24 February 1972 vice 14 January 1970 2. This form does not show her DOB. These orders show her middle name as Lashown; they do not show her DOB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021884
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 6 October 2010 to show the Legion of Merit. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record confirms PO awarded the applicant the Legion of Merit which is not shown on his DD Form 214 for the period ending 6 October 2010. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding to his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021885
The applicant requests his undesirable discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. In that statement he indicated: * he had been working to help support his mother and two little brothers prior to his being drafted in May 1971 * his mother passed away from cancer and he went into the Army * he went to Fort Ord for advanced individual training and got married in July 1971 * he then went to the Oakland Replacement Station where he went AWOL on 22 October 1971 * he was returned to Fort...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021887
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his military occupational specialty (MOS) in item 11 (Primary Specialty) as 11B (Infantryman), and to show numerous courses he completed in item 14 (Military Education). The applicant provides his DD Form 214, DD Form 2586 (Verification of Military Experience and Training), one page titled Summary, two pages titled Army Training Transcript, and 18 separate training...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130021888
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). ___________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) AR20130021888 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1