ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010606
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show his awards of the Army Commendation Medal (4th Award), Iraq Campaign Medal with three bronze service stars, Meritorious Unit Commendation 1OLC, and the Army Lapel Button. His DD Form 214 issued at the time of his discharge shows that he was awarded the Iraq Campaign Medal with two campaign stars, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (3rd Award), Army Superior...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010613
The applicant requests correction of his military record to show his correct first name. The applicant provides: * Birth Certificate * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Social Security Card CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) prepared on him upon his entry on active duty lists the first name as Benj----.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010620
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his foreign service and award of the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the ICM is awarded to members who served in direct support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. _____________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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010623
On 19 June 1986, he was discharged under honorable conditions (general) under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct (drug abuse). His record of service included one summary court-martial for using marijuana. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010624
A duly-constituted DD Form 214 that shows he was discharged under other than honorable conditions for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial on 2 October 1972, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, and issued a DD Form 258A (Undesirable Discharge Certificate). Chapter 10 of the version in effect at the time provided that a member who committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010634
The applicant requests: a. an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions; and b. correction of his social security number (SSN) and date of birth (DOB) on his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty). When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory, but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable discharge. Although he contends his SSN and DOB are incorrect on his DD Form 214, there is no evidence of record and he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010635
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Evidence of record shows the applicant served a qualifying period of service for award the following medals and is entitled to have his record corrected to show these awards and decorations: * American Campaign Medal * World War II Victory Medal BOARD VOTE: __X___ ___X_____ ____X____ GRANT FULL RELIEF ________ ________ ________ GRANT PARTIAL RELIEF ________ ________ ________ GRANT FORMAL HEARING ________ ________ ________ DENY APPLICATION BOARD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010637
In his statement, the applicant stated he should receive an honorable discharge. On 18 October 1974, subsequent to a legal review for sufficiency and consistent with the chain of command's recommendations, the separation authority approved the discharge action and ordered the applicant discharged in accordance with paragraph 14-5c of Army Regulation 635-200 by reason of fraudulent enlistment with the issuance of an under honorable conditions (general) discharge. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010645
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his social security number (SSN) as "XXX-XX-XX29" instead of "XXX-XX-XX90." The majority of the documents contained in his records during his induction show his assigned military service number; however, his records contain a DA Form 41 (Record of Emergency Data), witnessed on 21 November 1966, showing an SSN of "XXX-XX-XX29." As a result, the Board recommends...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010646
The applicant provides no additional documents with his application. There is no evidence in the available records to show that he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that boards 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant's contentions and supporting documents have been noted; however, he did not provide sufficient evidence to warrant an upgrade of his discharge when considering the serious nature of his offenses during such a short period...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010655
The applicant requests correction of his military service records to show his Social Security Number (SSN) as xx2-xx-xxxx instead of xx7-xx-xxxx. However, at the time of his enlistment processing, an SSN was recorded in his military records as xx7-xx-xxxx. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant's military service records to show the SSN as it is shown on his Social Security card.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010656
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. His service personnel records mostly contain a service number, but several documents show his SSN as XXX-XX-5442. The evidence of record shows he recorded his SSN as XXX-XX-5442 on his DA Form 41 and this SSN was used exclusively during his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010658
Item 29 (Foreign Service) of the applicant's DA Form 20 shows he served in USARPAC from 23 June to 3 October 1965. His record shows he participated in one campaign 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 amending his DD Form 214 by: a. adding to Item 32 "Vietnam, 23 June to 3 October 1965"; and b. adding the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010661
However, his records do contain a duly-authenticated DD Form 214 which shows the applicant was discharged under other than honorable conditions in lieu of trial by court-martial on 12 April 1977 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10. There is no evidence in the available records to show that he 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 | 20130010676
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 20 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130010676 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). However, for reasons not explained in the available records, the applicant was discharged under honorable conditions on 9 August 1988 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, due to misconduct abuse of illegal drugs.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010681
Although there are no orders in the available records showing he was promoted to the rank of SP5, documents in his records dated 19 August 1969 and later show that his rank and grade is SP5/E-5. Accordingly, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show that his rank was SP5, his pay grade was E-5 and his Date of rank was 19 August 1969. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting the entries SP4 (P) E-4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010684
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 6 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130010684 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that the records of his uncle, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show his date of birth (DOB) as "16 September 1924" vice "16 September 1925." The available record is void of documentation showing the DOB he provided at the time of his induction.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010686
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. There is no evidence in the available records to show he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. b. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010687
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to add the Bronze Star Medal and any campaign medals or other awards to which he is entitled. The evidence of record shows he participated in four campaigns while serving in Vietnam; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show four bronze service stars affixed to his previously-awarded Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010690
The applicant's military records are not available for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the KDSM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding award of the KDSM to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010692
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The FSM served two separate periods of service, first in an enlisted status and then as a warrant officer. The applicant has provided no evidence of any error in the FSM's rank or pay grade at any point in his career or in the documentation provided and no relief is warranted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010694
The applicant requests correction of his records to show his education benefits were transferred to his eligible dependent in accordance with the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The available evidence shows the applicant was eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the TEB provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill prior to his retirement. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010696
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Meritorious Unit Commendation. The applicant provides copies of: * memorandum showing approval of the Meritorious Unit Commendation for the 502d Transportation Detachment * Meritorious Unit Commendation Certificate * orders assigning him to the "502d TC CO", effective 6 February 2003 * his DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His records show he was awarded an Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010697
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Civil Action Medal (properly known as the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation) and the Vietnamese Parachutist Badge. His DD Form 214 does not show award of the RVN Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation or the Vietnamese Parachutist Badge. Evidence of record shows he successfully completed his GED...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010698
The applicant provides * Memorandum from the MIARNG G-1 * Email exchange * Contested DD Form 214 * Active Duty for Training (ADT) orders * NGB Form 22 * Appointment orders * NGB Form 337 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The Separation Authority on the DD Form 214, block 25, was incorrect in that it stated he was returning to Active Duty (AD); however, the applicant was not serving in any active status. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010702
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Vietnam Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. Therefore, he should be awarded the first 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: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 12...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010704
Department of the Army Pamphlet 672-3 (Unit Citation and Campaign Participation Credit Register) shows during his service with the 2d Battalion, 40th Artillery Regiment, in Vietnam from 12 June to 5 October 1970, this unit was cited for award of the: * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for service from 19 June 1968 to 31 July 1970 based on DAGO 51, dated 1971 * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for service from 12 December 1966...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010706
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show his eligible family members were listed in the official Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) online database and approval to transfer his Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) educational benefits to his eligible family members under the provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The applicant contends his records should be corrected to show his eligible family members were listed in the official TEB online database, they were approved for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010709
The applicant requests addition of the Germany Clasp to the Army of Occupation Medal shown on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). 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. ___________X____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010712
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. Although the applicant provided a copy of his social security card which shows his SSN as 061-XX-XXXX, the evidence of record clearly shows the SSN 064-XX-XXXX was consistently recorded throughout the entire period of his military service,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010716
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. His leave and earnings statements for 7 November 2007 and 15 November 2007 also show he had a leave balance of 47 days. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010718
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * Army Commendation Medal with 1 oak leaf cluster * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze service stars * National Defense Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal with First Class Unit Citation * Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar 6. The evidence of record shows the applicant...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010719
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he was awarded the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14) versus the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14) that is currently shown. The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14); however, he was later awarded the Sharpshooter Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010720
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, that he be assigned a reentry eligibility (RE) code for his period of active service from 19 August 2009 to 1 February 2010 and for his period of U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) service. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 1 February 2010 * Headquarters, 81st Regional Support Command, Fort...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010722
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). He further stated that in accordance with Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards), section 2-17, "Service members qualified for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal by reason of service between 19 March 2003 and 28 February 2005, in an area for which the Iraq Campaign Medal was subsequently authorized, will remain qualified for that medal." As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010725
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Do not promote.) However, at the time of her evaluation he did not indicate she should be considered for promotion, and he does not now say that the referred OER was in error, only that her performance improved after the period in question.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010726
The governing regulation for award of the CMB states the CMB may be awarded to medical department personnel who are assigned or attached to a medical unit of company or smaller size that is organic to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental or smaller size which is engaged in active ground combat. Unfortunately, the applicant has not provided any corroborating evidence showing he participated in ground combat with an infantry unit. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence on which to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010729
On 26 October 1973 after consulting with counsel, the applicant requested 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 November 1973, 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. The applicant argues,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010731
The applicant requests award of the Aviation Badge and correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation. He also would like to know if qualifies for the Army Basic Aviation Badge for his service with the 371st Radio Research Company. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010732
HRC, Officer Promotions Branch has stated that the applicant's separation on 22 July 2012 was after the approval date of her respective board and there was no proof she was in a non-promotable status on the effective date of her separation; therefore, the active duty promotion orders should stand and her DD Form 214 should be corrected to show her rank as CPT. Based on this correction, Orders Number C-02-302825, dated 15 February 2013, issued by HRC, should be amended to list her rank as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010733
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. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the AGCM (1st Award) based on completion of a qualifying period of active Federal service and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010734
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his deployment to Iraq for the period 19 November 2004 through 18 November 2005. The applicant provides: * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) * Orders 268-716 * Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) Certificate * DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The DFAS information is accepted as sufficient evidence with which to amend item 18 of the applicant's DD Form 214 to show he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010736
His record contains a DD Form 1966 dated 12 January 1985 which shows in: * Item 13 (Education-Highest Grade Completed) he completed 12th Grade via a GED * item 22 (a, b, and c) that he attended Marion City Schools, Marion OH from September 1972 to June 1979 but did not graduate from high school * item 22d shows that although he did not graduate from high school, he was awarded a GED * item 40d (Education) shows that his recruiter verified he had a GED 5. Army Regulation 601-210 (Regular...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010738
There is no evidence in his records to show the SSN XXX-XX-5477 was ever used during his military career. The applicant subsequently enlisted in the Regular Army on 1 March 1977 and was honorably discharged on 21 February 1978. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form 214 and DD Form 215 for the period ending 16 May 1971 to show his SSN as shown on his social security card and subsequent DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010739
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 "Vietnam Combat Medal" (interpreted to mean the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960)) * all awards and decorations to which he is entitled * his Vietnam service and service dates 2. The evidence of record shows he participated in one campaign while serving in Vietnam. The evidence of record shows he served in Vietnam from 20...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010740
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-6855. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows his SSN as XXX-XX-6855. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence indicates an administrative error was made when recording the applicant's SSN on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010741
A DD Form 214 shows the applicant entered active duty this period on 13 November 1992, was honorably separated from active duty on 28 February 2003 based on sufficient service for retirement, and transferred to the USAR Control Group (Retired). The evidence of record shows the applicant had prior active duty enlisted service in the RA from 29 December 1980 through 11 June 1990 and ADSW from 4 May 1992 through 28 August 1992. a. A calculation of these two periods of active service shows the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010742
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. Although the applicant provided a copy of his social security card which shows his SSN as XXX-XX-8090, the evidence of record clearly shows the SSN XXX-XX-8241 was consistently recorded throughout the entire period of his military service,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010743
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides his DD Form 214. His DD Form 214 shows in: * Item 5, his DOB as XX July 1960 * Item 12f, no foreign service 6.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010748
Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1552(b), provides that applications for correction of military records must be filed within 3 years after discovery of the alleged error or injustice. In support of his application the applicant provides the following documents: a. a DA Form 2627-2, dated 8 February 2010, that shows the Commander, 43d Sustainment Brigade, Fort Carson, CO, set aside the punishment(s) of NJP imposed against the applicant on 8 August 2008 on the basis that "it is unclear if the...