ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011429
The regulation states in: a. Paragraph 5-11 - Soldiers who were not medically qualified under procurement medical fitness standards when accepted for enlistment or who became medically disqualified under these standards prior to entry on active duty or active duty for training for initial entry training, may be separated. Therefore, he is not entitled to a medical discharge. However, by regulation, an applicant is not entitled to a hearing before the Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011431
His records are void of any evidence that shows he served in active ground combat during his service in Vietnam. Regrettably, in the absence of evidence that conclusively shows he actively participated in ground combat, there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Combat Infantryman Badge. In the absence of conclusive evidence that shows he was wounded as a result of hostile action and treated for those wounds, regrettably, there is an insufficient evidentiary basis upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011434
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show the Purple Heart. Therefore, he is authorized one bronze service star for wear on the Asiatic - Pacific Campaign Medal and correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 to show this bronze service star. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011437
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record also shows: a. the applicant served during four campaign periods and is entitled to four bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal; and b. general orders awarded the applicant's unit the RVN Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011438
The applicant states he: * came home wounded from Vietnam on 11 July 1970 (a punji stick went through his right foot in Vietnam) * has been trying to get his foreign service shown on his DD Form 214 * went absent without leave (AWOL) * served 6 months and 5 days * spent less than 2 weeks in Vietnam * believes his foreign service is not shown on his DD Form 214 because of his AWOL period 3. The summary court-martial order provided by the applicant does not show he served in Vietnam or that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011440
A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal evidence of a commander's disqualification that would have precluded him from being recommended for or awarded the AGCM (1st Award). The evidence of record shows the applicant performed duty in MOS 12B and he was assigned to the 26th Engineer Battalion while serving in the RVN. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011445
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 Purple Heart. The applicant provides copies of: * National Personnel Records Center (NPRC) letter dated 20 June 2011 * DD Form 214 * DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Standard Form (SF) 88 (Report of Medical Examination) * SF 89 (Report of Medical History) * Newspaper article * Certificate...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011462
She provides orders, dated 30 June 2003, which show she received the ARCOM for meritorious service for the period 9 February 2003 to 1 September 2003. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the GWOTSM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have participated in Global War on Terrorism operations outside of the areas of eligibility (AOE) designated for award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, or Iraq Campaign...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011463
Counsel requests correction of the applicant's Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) as follows: a. Vacate and remove the General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR), dated 12 October 2011; b. On 30 April 2012, the Army Review Boards Agency (ARBA) notified the applicant that his request for retirement, Official Military Personnel File (which included a GOMOR dated 12 October 2011), and Officer Record Brief would be forwarded to the Army Grade Determination Board (AGDRB) for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011464
The CIG, 79th SSC testified that the email sent by the complainant detailed systemic issues between USARC and the JAG officer. The allegation that the applicant improperly denied the complainant's request for extension of IG duty and deployment, in reprisal for making a protected communication, in violation of DOD Directive 7050.06 was substantiated. The allegation that the applicant had improperly denied the complainant's request for extension of IG duty and deployment, in reprisal for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011465
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The FSM reported pain in his tailbone. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army and Army National Guard records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * revoking Orders 129-1154, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Garrison, Fort McCoy, WI, on 9 May 2011, releasing the FSM from active duty and voiding his DD Form 214 ending on 2 June 2011 * publishing orders showing the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011466
On 10 July 1981, the applicant 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. On 27 July 1981, the appropriate authority approved the applicant's request for discharge for the good of the service, directed the applicant be reduced to private (PV1)/E-1, and directed the applicant be furnished an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011467
The applicant requests the removal from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR), or the transfer to the restricted portion of his AMHRR, of the following: * a general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR), dated 27 August 2010 * a referred Officer Evaluation Report (OER), for the rating period 1 June 2009 through 31 May 2010 2. During the month of July 2010, the applicant received the contested OER, an annual OER, which covered 12 months of rated time from 1 June 2009 through 31...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011468
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. The Purple Heart requires evidence to verify: * a wound the result of hostile action * treatment of the wound by military medical personnel * documentation of the wound in official records 2.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011471
On 15 March 2010, the applicant's company commander notified the Womack Army Medical Center, Physical Examination Section, Fort Bragg, that the applicant was being processed for separation in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c. If the MEB determines the Soldier does not meet retention standards, the board will recommend referral of the Soldier to a Physical Evaluation Board. The applicant provides insufficient evidence to show his misconduct was the result of any...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011474
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 8 August 1968 to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-58-XXXX and award of the Purple Heart and Silver Star. The evidence of record does not show the applicant was wounded during his service in Vietnam and he has not provided documentary evidence substantiating his claim that he received wounds as a result of hostile action that warranted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011475
On 22 October 1982, the applicant's company commander notified him that he was initiating action to discharge him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 13, for unsatisfactory performance as demonstrated by the applicant's inability to adapt to the military lifestyle. A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011478
The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. Although the applicant contends he left active duty on 24 December 1955 as an SP5, his separation orders (dated 22 December 1955) and DD Form 214 show his rank as SP2. The DD Form 214 is a "snapshot in time" and is a reflection of the applicant's record of active Army service at the time of his REFRAD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011479
Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the ACGM (1st Award) for the period 27 February 1967 through 26 February 1969 and to add this award to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 27 February 1967 through 26 February 1969; b. deleting the ARCOM and VSM from his DD Form 214; c. adding to his DD Form 214 the following awards: * AGCM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011481
The applicant also requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 to show he served three tours of duty in the RVN. The applicant contends, in effect, that his DD Form 214 for the period ending 1 February 1984 should be corrected by removing the following awards: * RVN Ranger Tab * DFC * AM with "V" Device * CMB * BSM * PH * RVN Parachutist Badge 2. The applicant also contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show he served three tours of duty in the RVN.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011482
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His available personnel record does not contain orders for the Purple Heart, nor does it contain any documentation indicating he was treated for wounds or injuries he sustained during his service in the Republic of Vietnam. The applicant contends he should be awarded the Purple Heart; however, neither his available record, nor the Vietnam casualty roster, nor ADCARS provide any evidence that shows...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011483
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There are no orders in the available records which show the applicant was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device. The applicant's request to have the certificate and citation for award of the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device amended to show his SSN was carefully considered and determined to lack sufficient evidence to support this request.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011484
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) for his service in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN). 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. However, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011485
Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 20 April 1966 through 19 April 1968 and to correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. The evidence shows he participated in two campaigns during his service in Vietnam which entitles him to two bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011486
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM). He states as he was leaving Vietnam, the unit clerk handed him his BSM and said that the paperwork would catch up with him.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011487
There is no evidence of record and he provides no evidence which shows he served in El Salvador. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Since there is no evidence of record and the applicant provides no evidence which shows he served in El Salvador during the qualifying period, there is insufficient evidence on which to base awarding the AFEM at this time. _______ _ __X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011489
The applicant requests items 19a (Mailing Address After Separation) and 19b (Nearest Relative) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 18 September 1997 be corrected to show his current address and spouse. The DD Form 214 is a snapshot in time and is a reflection of the applicant's record of active Army service at the time of his REFRAD. However, it appears his address and nearest relative changed after he was REFRAD; therefore, there...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011492
The applicant contends, in effect, that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award of the KDSM and the SWASM because he served in the ROK and because he served in the Regular Army during the period of ODS. The available evidence of record clearly shows the applicant served a qualifying period of duty in the ROK that authorizes him the KDSM. However, his records show that while he did serve on active duty during the period of ODS, all of his foreign service was in the ROK.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011493
Three options are available: (A) elect to decline enrollment and choose at age 60 whether to start SBP participation, (B) elect that a beneficiary receive an annuity if they die before age 60 but delay payment of it until the date of the member's 60th birthday, and (C) elect that a beneficiary receive an annuity immediately upon their death if before age 60. A member must make the election within 90 days of receiving the notification of eligibility to receive retired pay at age 60 or else...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011494
The Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. Based on his service in Korea, he is authorized the Korea Defense Service Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award. 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 214 the following: * National...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011496
The applicant requests an exception to policy to transfer educational benefits under the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill to his son. 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 | 20130011500
The applicant requests active duty service credit for the 5 years he spent completing his civilian residency. 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. The evidence of record shows the applicant signed an HPSP contract on 27 July 1994 that clearly stated if he elected to complete a civilian residency his active duty commitment would be deferred.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011502
He was told at the time that he had rheumatic fever and he was hospitalized for 2 weeks. On 22 August 1967, a medical evaluation board (MEB) convened at Fort Bragg, NC, and after consideration of clinical records, laboratory findings, and physical examinations, the MEB determined the applicant had the medical conditions of Valvulitis, rheumatic, inactive with deformity of the aortic valve; and Valvulitis, rheumatic, inactive with deformity of the mitral valve, both existed prior to service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011504
The applicant requests adjustment of his date of rank (DOR) for promotion to Chief Warrant Officer Three (CW3) from 5 June 2013 to 1 November 2010. The applicant is currently serving in the AZARNG in the rank of CW3. It's unfair to see his peers be promoted while he had to wait an additional two years just to attend a promotion course.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011505
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 26 April 2013 by: a. amending item 12d (Total Prior Active Service) to show all her prior active service; b. amending item 12f (Foreign Service) to show all her foreign service; and c. adding the Driver and Mechanic Badge with Driver Wheeled Vehicle, three additional awards of the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with "M" Device, a third award of the Army Commendation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011506
The applicant states, in effect: * he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1997 * he was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Navy in 2006 * he was promoted to the Naval rank/grade of lieutenant (LT)/O-3E in 2010 and served in the rank for over a year * he transferred from the U.S. Navy to the U.S. Army under the provisions of the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) * per regulation for Army Medical Department (AMEDD) accessions, he was subject to a constructive credit grade...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011507
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show his deployment to Kosovo. The applicant states he deployed to Kosovo; however, it is not reflected on his DD Form 214. It states for: a. item 12f, enter the total amount of foreign service completed during the period covered by the DD Form 214. b. item 18, for an active duty Soldier deployed to a foreign country with his or her unit during their continuous period of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011509
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have participated in GWOT operations outside of the areas of eligibility designated for award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, ACM, or ICM. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to base adding a third award...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011510
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he served in Iraq from January 2009 to December 2009. However, the applicants records clearly show he served in Iraq. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting form his DD Form 214 in item 13 the Iraq Campaign Medal with campaign star (2nd Award) * adding to item 13 of his DD Form 214 the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011511
The applicant requests, in effect, cancellation of any recoupment actions for the first installment payment of $10,000 minus taxes of a $20,000 Non-Prior Service Enlistment Bonus (NPSEB) he already received. His Annex E to DD Form 4 (Enlistment Bonus Addendum Army National Guard of the United States) confirms: * he enlisted for a critical skill MOS (15T) with authorization for a $20,000.00 bonus * he would receive the first bonus payment of 50 percent of the total authorized amount...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011512
The applicant provides: * DD Form 214, effective 7 March 2003 * DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214), dated 19 March 2004 * Memorandum, dated 22 September 2004 * Army Commendation Medal Certificate and orders CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The available evidence supports the applicant's request for correction of his DD Form 214 to show the ICM and his foreign service in Iraq. Based on his active duty service after 11 September 2001, he is entitled to the GWOTSM and correction of his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011514
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to reflect his awards of the Parachutist Badge and Australian Parachute Badge and his completion of the S-V80A and S-V90-A courses. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Overseas Service Ribbon is awarded for successful completion of overseas tours. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011515
BOARD DATE: 27 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130011515 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Vietnam Service Medal. 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 214 the: * Bronze Star Medal * Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011516
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards): a. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to enlisted Soldiers who had completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. 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 for the period 11 August 1970 to 14 February 1972; b. deleting from his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011517
The applicant requests the date of entry on his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show 8 June 1968 as the date he entered military service. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The applicant's DD Form 4 (Enlistment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011518
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. Lacking any other derogatory information on file that would have disqualified him, it would be appropriate to award him the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal based on completion of qualifying service ending with the termination of a period of Federal military service and correct his records to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011520
The applicant requests that his discharge be upgraded to a general or an honorable discharge. 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. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, defines a general discharge as a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011521
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). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence indicates an administrative error was made when recording the applicant's SSN on his DD Form 214. ____________X_____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130011523
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 military records show his SSN as XXX-74-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 | 20130011525
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 3 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130011525 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant was commissioned as a Reserve officer on 31 May 1987. b.