ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005609
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge to honorable. c. Paragraph 3-11 provides that a Soldier will be given a bad conduct discharge pursuant only to an approved sentence of a general or special court-martial. The evidence of record does not support the applicant's request for an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005610
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show three bronze service stars on his Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) for service in support of Operations Desert Shield/Desert Storm (ODS). The available evidence shows that the applicant did indeed serve during the first two campaign periods in support of ODS.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005611
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. _______ _ 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 | 20130005612
The applicant requests correction of item 18 (Remarks) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her service in Honduras from 29 July 2003 through 16 August 2004. The applicant provides copies of her DD Form 214 and her DA Form 4037 (Officer Record Brief). Her DD Form 214 shows her service in Honduras from 29 July 2003 through 16 July 2994.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005613
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was honorably retired from the RA on 31 August 2002 and transferred to the USAR Control Group (Retired) under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation), paragraph 4-24b(2), based on disability, temporary. Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator (SPD)) Codes) provides the specific authorities (regulatory or directive), reasons for separating Soldiers from active duty, and the SPD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005616
Public Law 106-398, dated 30 October 2000, requires that upon receipt of the 20-year letter, a qualified Reserve Component member who is married will automatically be enrolled in the RCSBP under option C (spouse and children coverage) based on the full amount unless the spouse's concurrence is provided to allow one of the following elections: Once a member elects either option B or option C in any category of coverage, that election is irrevocable. When the applicant received his 20-year...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005630
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show his last name B----ick instead of B----chik. The applicant's reconstructed record contains a copy of his WD AGO Form 53-55 that documented his military service from 8 January 1941 through 26 November 1945.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005634
Evidence of record shows that prior to his deployment to Iraq he relocated to New York. The applicant has not provided evidence that shows he requested transfer to the IRR due to his relocation to Georgia. There is no evidence of error in his record of unexcused absences.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005639
Item 38 (Record of Assignments) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his military service. 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. In view of the foregoing, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005640
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 7 August 2004 to show his foreign service in Iraq. His record is void of any deployment orders and he did not provide any evidence showing he deployed to Iraq. It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005641
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Based on the foregoing, it would be appropriate to correct item 6 of his DD Form 214 to show his DOB as 30 January 1944. __________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 | 20130005642
This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by changing his DD Form 214 to show his date of rank as an SP4 as 23 May 1967 and his date of birth as 4 January 1947. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005643
Neither of these forms show any evidence indicating he had been wounded while serving in Vietnam. His Army Military Human Resources Record (AMHRR), formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF), does not contain any documentation indicating he was wounded in action or that he was awarded the Purple Heart. He provides a USARV Form 130-R that shows: * the report was submitted by a chief warrant officer two at 1930 hours on 24 October 1968 * on 24 October 1968, the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005644
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his first name as "ARNDREA" vice "ANDRE." The applicant's DD Forms 4 and all other documents throughout his service, including all of the documents that he signed, reflect the spelling of his first name as "ANDRE."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005645
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM) for his service in Saudi Arabia in support of Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm (ODS). The applicant contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award of the SWASM for his service in support of ODS. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005646
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's military record contains a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) which was completed during his enlistment processing. The majority of the documents contained in the applicants Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (previously known as the official military personnel file) lists SSN "XXX-XX-XXX0" which he now claims is incorrect.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005649
The evidence of record shows he was wounded on 10 May 1967 as a result of hostile action. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in the RVN and therefore his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. Adding the following awards to his DD Form 214: * PH * AGCM * Two bronze service stars to be affixed to his VSM * PUC * RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation _______ _ _X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005657
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) ending on 28 June 1971 to show in Item 9 (Date of Birth (DOB)) his year of birth as 1947 vice 1946. The applicant states upon entry into the Army, the recruiting official placed his year of birth as 1946 so he could join the Army. His year of birth is consistent with the year of birth on all official military records throughout his entire military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005665
On 20 May 1970, the applicant's immediate commander recommended the applicant's separation from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 by reason of unsuitability. The applicant was accordingly discharged on 25 May 1970. The evidence of record shows the applicant's quality of service did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005666
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There are no medical records in his official military personnel file that show he was wounded as a result of hostile action in Vietnam. The applicant's request for awarded the Purple Heart has been carefully considered and it was determined that there is insufficient evidence to support his request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005674
He was honorably released from active duty in pay grade E-2 on 10 February 1958. He was honorably discharged from active duty on 26 February 1962 for the purpose of immediate reenlistment. On 29 April 1964, the applicant's unit commander requested the applicant be barred from reenlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005677
d. He noted that Personality Disorders are disqualifying in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Separations), chapter 5 (Separation for the Convenience of the Government), paragraph 5-13 (Personality Disorder). The applicant contends that the separation authority, narrative reason for her separation, and SPD and RE codes should be corrected to show she was medically discharged or retired because the VA ganted her a 100% disability rating based on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005678
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show his correct month of birth and his award of the Purple Heart. His DD Form 214 issued at the time correctly reflects his month of birth as being in March. On 27 August 1965, he reenlisted for a period of 3 years and assignment to Vietnam. The applicant served in two campaigns in Vietnam and thus is entitled to wear two bronze service stars on his Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005681
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 9 (Date of Birth) of his DD Form 214 shows his DOB as 25 May 1947. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting his DD Form 214 to show the DOB listed on his birth certificate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005683
His DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 11 August 2009 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 11, by reason of entry-level performance and conduct. Pertinent Army regulations provide 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. However, the evidence of record confirms his RE code was assigned based on his discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005684
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) created upon his entry on active duty shows his DOB as XX May 1951. The evidence of records confirms that upon the applicant's enlistment in the Army, he listed his DOB as XX May 1951. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document, which confirms his correct DOB, will be filed in his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF)).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005685
The applicant states she is not claiming any error exists in the FSM's record. On 23 June 1993, DFAS communicated with the applicant regarding the annuity and arrears of pay. There was no SBP annuity at the time of his death because he elected not to participate in the SBP.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005687
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 AR20090012810 on 12 January 2010. The applicant provides the general orders, certificate, and citation showing he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal which were not previously considered. _______ _ X ______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005688
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 27 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130005688 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant, the former spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's records to show she is the beneficiary of his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing the former spouse's deemed election was received and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005689
The applicant entered active duty on 15 January 1985. The advisory official recommends disapproval of his request because the applicant has submitted no evidence to show he attempted to transfer his educational benefits to his family members (other than son Jack) prior to leaving active duty or that he was given false information by a reliable source about the rules for TEB. The evidence of record shows the applicant retired 3 years after the implementation of the program.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005690
The applicant states, in effect, all the men in his family who served in the military received an honorable characterization of service. The complete separation packet is not available for review in this case; however, his record does show that: a. Based on his overall record, his service does not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005692
There is no evidence in the applicant's available records that show he was awarded an infantry MOS or that he was assigned or attached to Company C, 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment during his service in Vietnam. This pamphlet does not show his units of assignment while in Vietnam were awarded the PUC. There is also no official evidence indicating his units of assignment while in Vietnam were awarded the PUC or any official evidence indicating he was assigned or attached to Company C,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005696
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Discharge or Release from Active Duty) shows he was discharged on 29 November 1994 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Enlisted Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, in lieu of trial by court-martial with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. The evidence of record shows the applicant was AWOL from 12 November 1991 to 7...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005697
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states his DD Form 214 shows he was ordered to active duty for training (ACDUTRA) on 4 September 1968. The applicant contends that item 17 of his DD Form 214 should be corrected because he was ordered to active duty and not "Ordered to ACDUTRA."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005701
The applicant's WD AGO Form 53-55 does not indicate he received a combat-related wound and he has not provided any evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action. Notwithstanding his sincerity that his hearing loss was incurred while on active duty and he received a shrapnel wound to his thigh, in the absence of documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded as a result of enemy action and that he was treated for those wounds, there is an insufficient...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005703
The applicant requests correction of his officer evaluation report (OER) for the period ending 14 April 2008 to show a senior rater (SR) rating of "Best Qualified" and addition of the statement: "Promote ahead of peers." There is no evidence that the applicant appealed to the Officer Special Review Board to have his OER corrected. While the applicant comes to the Board with an unsigned memorandum from his SR stating that he should have given the applicant a higher rating 5 years after the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005704
A Soldier must also have at least 6 years of eligible service in order to transfer education benefits to a spouse and at least 10 years of eligible service to transfer to eligible children. On 22 June 2009, the DOD established the criteria for eligibility and transfer of unused education benefits to eligible family members. There is insufficient evidence that shows the applicant submitted a request to transfer his education benefits to his family member(s) while on active duty or in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005705
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). On 7 September 1971, he consulted with legal counsel and voluntarily requested discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial due to charges being preferred against him under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) which authorized the imposition of a bad conduct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005706
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows: a. he served in Vietnam from 7 July 1969 to on or about 1 July 1970; b. he was assigned to Company A, 1st Battalion, 46th Infantry Regiment, 198th Infantry Brigade, in Vietnam; and c. he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his active duty service. Therefore, he is entitled to four bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 to show the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005707
The applicant requests award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant states he was assigned to an infantry company in Vietnam. The evidence shows he was awarded an infantry MOS and served with an infantry unit in Vietnam.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005708
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his undesirable discharge to an honorable or a general discharge. There is no evidence in the available record, nor has the applicant submitted any evidence showing that he had a contract with Army officials to be promoted to sergeant (E-5) after he completed training.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005711
The applicant states she took an oath of office for appointment in the Oregon Army National Guard (ORARNG) on 29 July 2010 and the Federal recognition packet was turned in within the allowed time. Likewise, her service records do not contain the below documents related to her appointment: * NGB Form 62 (Application for Federal Recognition as an ARNG Officer) * Federal Recognition Board Proceedings * State appointment orders * Reserve or ARNG oath of office 6. Had her packet been processed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005712
The applicant states his SSN is incorrectly listed on his DD Form 214 as "xx3-4x-2xx9." However, the applicant provided a copy of his DD Form 214 which is sufficient evidence for the Board to conduct a fair and impartial review of this case. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence to show an error exists or as a basis for changing the SSN shown on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005714
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant did not provide any medical documentation for surgery in May 2008. ADL loss must be certified by a healthcare provider in Part B of the claim form and ADL loss must be substantiated by appropriate documentation such as occupational/physical therapy reports, patient discharge summaries, or other pertinent medical documents demonstrating the injury type and duration of ADL loss.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005715
The applicant requests: * award of the Vietnam Wound Medal (the South Vietnamese equivalent of the U.S. military Purple Heart) and Cold War Victory Commemorative Medal and their addition to his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 31 December 1974 * correction to his 1974 DD Form 214 to show his award of the Presidential Unit Citation for Korea from 1950 to 1951 2. His DD Form 214 lists in: * item 11 (Last Duty Assignment and Major Command) U.S. Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005718
Because of his injuries, he was considered medically unfit and was discharged from the SDARNG without an LOD investigation. The available records do not contain an LOD investigation. d. Currently, if an LOD investigation is initiated, a Soldier is entitled to medical care during the investigation and possibly medical care after separation in accordance with Army Regulation 135-381 (Incapacitation on Reserve Component Soldiers), paragraph 1-6i, which states members are authorized...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005720
The applicant requests correction of his social security number (SSN) as shown on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). To clarify any questions or confusion regarding to the difference in the TIN recorded in his military records and his SSN, it would be appropriate to add an entry to item 30 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 showing his SSN as indicated on his USAR discharge orders. _______ _ x_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005723
The applicant requests, in effect, transfer of educational benefits under the Transfer of Educational Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill to his family members. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005724
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) created upon his entry on active duty shows his SSN with the last three digits as 779. His record contains several orders, personnel, and legal documents, to include a DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request), dated 15 January 1968, that all show his SSN with the last three digits as 779. _______ _ x_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130005729
It also shows he was discharged 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, with his service characterized as under other than honorable conditions. The ADRB indicated the upgrade was based on the fact that the applicant had excellent service with no other record of indiscipline up until he committed the offense for which he requested discharge in lieu of trial by...