ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010750
U.S. Army Reserve Components Personnel and Administration Center Letter Orders Number 03-1124747 and all of his military records with the exception of his DD Form 214 show his SSN as XXX-XX-9793. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence indicates an administrative error was made when recording the applicant's SSN on his DD Form 214. 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 to show his SSN...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010751
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his reentry eligibility (RE) code as 1. 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 codes to be entered on the DD Form 214. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record confirms the applicant was involuntarily...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010752
This reported injury is supported by later evaluations in her service medical records. Despite treatment, Soldier has not been able to perform full duty. In a time the Army is worrying about toxic officers, the applicant is the kind of officer the Army needs and wants.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010756
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-4797, the evidence of record clearly shows the SSN XXX-XX-4791 was consistently recorded throughout the entire period of his military service,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010760
He further states the recoupment of his educational assistance costs, as well as his separation, is unjustified for the following reasons: * the failed tape measurement standard was conducted on 21 September 2012 by a student and subject to error and a breach of his privacy * he passed a subsequent tape measurement standard on 31 October 2012 * his name was misspelled, his height was .5 inches shorter, and the calculations were wrong in the October 2012 tape measurement * he believes if one...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010770
The applicant provides copies of: * WD AGO Form 53-55 * Certificate for award of the Purple Heart CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing in the appropriate block of his WD AGO Form 53-55 that he was wounded in action on 1 January 1945; and b. adding the Purple Heart and the American Campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010774
On 7 September 1990, the separation authority approved the applicants request for discharge and directed that he be issued a Certificate of Discharge Under Other Than Honorable Conditions. There is no indication that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010777
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 service completed on or after 27 August 1940; for the first award only, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; and, for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010779
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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 service completed on or after 27 August 1940; for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010784
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 27 September 1966 to show award of the: * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Commemorative Medal * Republic of Vietnam Service Commemorative Medal * Cold War Victory Commemorative Medal * American Defense Commemorative Medal * Overseas Service Commemorative...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010788
The applicant requests his separation code of "JHJ" and his reentry eligibility (RE) code of 3 be changed to more favorable codes so that he may reenter the military. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the requirements and procedures for administrative discharge of enlisted personnel. Army Regulation 635-5-1 (SPD Codes) provides the specific reasons for separating Soldiers from active duty and the SPD codes to be entered on the DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010798
The applicant provides: * General Orders Number 996 * General Orders Number 3883 * AM (4th OLC) Citation * AM (10th OLC) Citation * DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Therefore, he is 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: a. deleting the VSM and AM 8th OLC from his DD Form 214 and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the following awards: * Air...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010801
He would have been eligible to transfer the benefits if he transferred before he left military service. 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 he did not do so.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010806
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests removal of a DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings Under Article Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)) from her Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR), formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File. However, removal of the UCMJ action from her restricted file, which may ultimately enable her to be appointed to the highest officer grade in the Army,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010808
The applicant requests his date of entry be corrected on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) with an effective date of 7 October 1968. This regulation stated that the date entered on active duty or the date of enlistment or reenlistment was accomplished would be entered in Item 17c of the Soldier's DD Form 214. Item 17c of his DD Form 214 with an effective date of 7 October 1968 is clearly in error.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010812
c. A WD AGO Form 106 (Request for Decoration and/or Citation), dated 20 November 1945, shows he requested award of the Purple Heart for frozen feet in combat while he was assigned to the 80th Infantry Division. The evidence shows the FSM's records contain administrative errors which do not require action by the Board. Therefore, the Board requests that ARBA CMD administratively correct the records of the individual concerned by: a. awarding the FSM the Bronze Star Medal based on award of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010813
The applicant states he was in Vietnam during the period "31 April 1971 through 19 March 1972" and was assigned to a ground surveillance unit that was involved in several ambushes and firefights. The applicant's records also do not contain evidence that he was directly involved in ground combat during his service in Vietnam. __________X________________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010821
The applicant requests award of the Air Assault Badge. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states award of the Air Assault Badge requires satisfactory completion of an air assault training course according to the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command standardized Air Assault Core Program of Instruction, or completion of the standard Air Assault Course while assigned or attached to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) after 1 April 1974. Unfortunately, there is no available...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010824
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he received an honorable or a general discharge instead of an uncharacterized discharge. Subsequent to the applicant's acknowledgement and consultation with counsel, his immediate commander initiated separation action against him in accordance with chapter 11 of Army Regulation 635-200 by reason of lack of attitude and motivation to successfully complete the Soldierization process and meet graduation requirements...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010825
A year after returning from Iraq, the applicant was separated from the Army with a general discharge due to his drug use. He also reported being in a psychiatric hospital three times since returning from Iraq. He dismounted the vehicle ready for whatever could happen while outside working on the vehicle.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010827
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 27 December 1965 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-208 and his service was characterized as under conditions other than honorable. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant contends his undesirable discharge should be upgraded because he had a prior period of honorable active duty service that included...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010829
The documents contained within his DA Form 201 (Military Personnel Records Jacket) identify his first name as "Keith," with the noted exception of his USAR discharge orders and his Honorable Discharge Certificate. It states the purpose of the separation document is to provide the individual with documentary evidence of his or her military service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. It appears his first name is incorrectly listed on his Honorable Discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010830
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show, in effect, award of the Army Commendation Medal (2nd Award) and the Valorous Unit Award. The applicant provides: * extract of Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) Number 27, dated 27 December 1994 * an unidentifiable order awarding him the Army Commendation Medal for service on 26 February 1991 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010831
The applicant provides and her records contain a DA Form 5074-1-R, dated 22 March 2012, wherein it shows she was awarded 3 years, 6 months, and 15 days of constructive service credit based on her prior commissioned active service from 30 June 2005 to 29 July 2012. b. Paragraph 1-40 (Determining active date of rank for commissioned officers) states in sub-paragraph 1-40b, the ADOR of an officer receiving an original appointment as an RA commissioned officer, other than as stated in chapter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010834
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Correction of the HOR must be based on evidence that a bona fide error was made and the HOR as corrected must have been the actual home of the individual at the time of entry into the relevant period of service. The applicant has provided insufficient evidence to show his permanent home was not Nashville, Arkansas, at the time he enlisted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010835
On 10 August 1993, the applicant's immediate commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate separation action against him for commission of a serious offense in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12c. The separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, and directed the issuance of a General Discharge Certificate. The statement provided by the applicant is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010836
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record shows he participated in three campaigns while serving in Vietnam; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show three bronze service stars affixed to his previously-awarded Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010837
Given that no error was found on his DD Form 214 in this regard, this portion of his request will not be further discussed in this record of proceedings. The DD Form 214 he was issued at the time does not show the MSM or AAM (2nd Award). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his DD Form 214 the AAM and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the MSM and AAM (2nd Award).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010845
The applicant departed Vietnam en-route to the United States on 10 June 1970. There is no evidence in the available record, nor has the applicant submitted sufficient evidence, showing he is authorized the Combat Infantryman Badge. 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 to add the following awards: * Parachutist Badge * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010847
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 25 June 2013 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130010847 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides his: * DD Form 214 * Identification and Privilege Card * Retirement Data Sheet * Retirement orders * Defense Meritorious Service Medal approval memorandum, citation, and award certificate CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010849
The applicant states: * he made his election for the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) in January 1994 * his early election should be reason for amending the original declaration as it was 18 years and 9 months before he actually retired * besides being confused and unclear about what to do based on the guidance and a short video, the time lapse between the two events created a completely different situation that has influenced his request * on or about 17 April 2012, he submitted his request to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010850
A 17 February 2010 legal review by the 10th Special Forces Group's SJA: a. noted that to be financially liable the applicant had to : * have had some responsibility * been negligent in act or omission of meeting that responsibility * caused (by said negligence) the loss b. observed that the applicant had created a fraudulent property book and that this unreasonable action had concealed the need to search for the missing property until December 2008; c. recommended the applicant be held...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010851
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her rank and grade of specialist four (SP4)/E-4 instead of private first class (PFC)/E-3. Army Regulation 635-5 prescribes the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon retirement, discharge, or release from active military service or control of the Army. She may have been promoted to SP4/E-4 in the USAR after her release from active duty which explains why the two...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010852
The applicant provided a memorandum from the CID dated 8 April 2013 that shows the CID partially granted the applicant's request for amendment of CID ROI Number 2011-CID122-xxxxx-xE. His request to remove his name from the ROI was denied. CID records are not State records;; they are Federal records.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010853
The applicant requests correction of his military records by reinstating him in the Active Army Reserve and selecting him for promotion to lieutenant colonel (LTC)/pay grade O-5. Additionally, he did not meet the MILED requirement to request a MILED waiver as outlined in HQDA, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1 policy dated 24 May 2010. c. The applicant states he was 50% ILE, MILED completed which is true; however, 50% ILE is not the required course completion to request a MILED waiver. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010854
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Ultimately, he claims he was found guilty and sentenced to two years at Fort Leavenworth, KS. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010856
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's unit detail report showed he was last paid for drill performed on 26 April 2009, and all of the documents in his records appeared to be correct. There is insufficient evidence in the applicant's records and he provides insufficient evidence to show his unit erroneously reported him present for drills he was paid.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010861
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he completed 8 years of qualifying Reserve service, that he transferred to the Retired Reserve, and he is entitled to retired pay retroactive to July 2007. Chapter 2 provides in: a. paragraph 2-1 that to be eligible for retired pay, an individual need not have a military status at the time of application, but must have attained age 60, completed a minimum of 20 years of qualifying service, and served the last 8 years of his/her...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010862
The applicant requests correction of his records to show entitlement to the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted in the USAR DEP on 21 September 2009 and subsequently enlisted in the RA on 9 February 2010 for a period of 6 years for training in MOS 15T. There is no evidence that shows he was misled/misinformed by his recruiter as to the incentives available to him at the time of his enlistment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010865
The applicant requests correction of her social security number (SSN) shown on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence indicates an administrative error was made when recording the applicant's SSN 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 amending her DD Form 214 to show her SSN as shown on her social security card.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010866
Counsel requests: a. removal of the applicant's OERs for the periods ending 17 February 2010 (hereafter referred to as contested OER 1) and 17 July 2012 (hereafter referred to as contested OER 2), b. removal of the applicant's Academic Evaluation Report (AER) dated 19 December 2008 (hereafter referred to as the contested AER), c. that the applicant be reinstated in the Army, and d. that the applicant be considered for promotion to CPT by an SSB. The memorandum shows the applicant's appeal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010867
The applicant states his dependent daughter (Megan) is 22 years old, permanently disabled, totally dependent on others for her self-care, and she will not be able to use any further educational benefits. Because it appears the applicant erroneously requested transfer of benefits to his daughter Megan, who was severely incapacitated, it would be appropriate in this case to correct the applicant's military records to show he elected to transfer a portion of his benefits to his daughter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010868
The applicant states his Army finance records and personal bank statements show that he did not receive the MASP military physician bonus during the years 2007 and 2008. There is no record of annual MASP contracts at $15,000.00 per year effective 1 July 2007 and 1 July 2008 being requested during the same period these multi-year contracts were being signed. He served for 30 years as a medical officer and during this time he would have signed numerous MASP bonuses.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010869
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show the correct year that he entered active duty and all of his authorized awards and decorations, including the Army of Occupation Medal for service in Trieste, Italy. It also shows he was born on 8 July 1931. e. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Eligibility Information, that shows: (1) the Army of Occupation Medal is authorized for 30 consecutive days of duty in Italy...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010871
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 9 March 1993, the applicant consulted with legal counsel and he was advised of the basis for the contemplated trial by court-martial for an offense punishable under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) that authorized the imposition of a bad conduct or a dishonorable discharge, the possible effects...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010876
The applicant requests correction of his social security number (SSN) shown on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). His military records show his SSN as 134-XX-XXXX with the exception of his DD Form 214. 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 | 20130010877
The applicant's military records show: a. 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. 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 exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity during the period 13 June 1968...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010880
At the time of his enlistment, he was 17 years of age. On 27 June 1972 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 Separations), chapter 10. ___________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 | 20130010887
The applicant requests a review of his records and a determination as to the grade he should have held at the time of his separation for disability. The applicant has not provided and the records do not contain any evidence to show he was eligible for promotion to pay grade E6. Therefore, the Board determined the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130010889
The TSGLI website states traumatic injury resulting in the inability to perform at least two ADLs [are required for a TSGLI claim]. Traumatic injuries covered under TSGLI may include the following types of losses: a. There is insufficient evidence in the available records and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence that shows he suffered a loss within 2 years of a traumatic event or that he required assistance and was totally dependent on someone else to perform two of the six...