ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013879
The applicant requests that the records of her deceased father, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show award of the Purple Heart. The applicant states the FSM was awarded the Purple Heart in 2006. _______ _ _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 | 20130013883
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that her discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to a more favorable discharge. Chapter 10 provides that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may submit a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial at any time after charges have been preferred.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013884
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. The evidence shows his misconduct diminished the quality of his service below that meriting a general or a fully honorable discharge. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130013884 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20130013884 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013887
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 in item 26 (Separation Code) the code "KDB" and in item 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) the reason as "Unable to Continue Service due to Death of a Child/Hardship." The facts and circumstances surrounding his discharge are not present in the available records; however, his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013888
A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any orders or other evidence that shows he was recommended for or awarded the SS or PH (3rd OLC). Copies of his awards and decorations that show, in pertinent part, he was awarded the: * Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device (4th OLC) - the BSM with "V" Device was awarded on two occasions, for heroism in the RVN on 21 August 1969 and 1 November 1969 * PH (2nd OLC) for wounds received in action in the RVN on 21 June...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013895
The applicant requests correction of his record by removing Permanent Order 181-001, issued by Headquarters, 4th Expeditionary Sustainment Command (ESC), San Antonio, TX, dated 30 June 2012, awarding him the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states only one decoration will be awarded to an individual or unit for the same act, achievement, or period of meritorious service. His record shows he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013897
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate or Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 12 August 2004 to show he entered active duty on 16 July 2001. The evidence of record clearly shows he entered active duty on 17 July 2001. Accordingly, item 12a should be corrected at this time to show he entered active duty on 17 July 2001.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013902
On 23 June 1981, his immediate commander advised him that he intended to initiate action to discharge him from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 5-31 (Expeditious Discharge Program (EDP)) by reason of poor attitude, lack of motivation, lack of self-discipline, and failure to demonstrate promotion potential. On 2 July 1981, the separation authority approved the discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013905
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Army (RA), in pay grade E-1, on 27 September 1978, for 3 years. The applicant was discharged accordingly on 5 May 1983. The applicant received counseling between February 1982 and March 1983, was barred from reenlistment, and was twice punished under Article 15.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013908
The reason for this misconduct was due to him being very young when he enlisted (17 years of age). He never received any form of punishment or counseling for his work as a Soldier, only for financial issues conducted off duty. There is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same age who successfully completed their military term of service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013909
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: * he would like his military records to reflect the awards he earned while deployed in support of Operation Joint Forge in Bosnia * his records show he earned the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Medal, but he is missing the AFSM and AFEM for his service in Bosnia * he was transferred to Hawaii after his deployment * he was not with his original unit at the time for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013914
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his middle name as "R____" and his social security number (SSN) as 466-XX-XXXX. 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 as shown on his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013915
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions. Headquarters, 3d Armored Division, Special Orders Number 327, dated 23 November 1971, discharged him under the authority of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, and separation program number (SPN) 246 (in lieu of trial by a court-martial) effective 28 November 1971 with the issuance of an Undesirable Discharge Certificate. There is no indication he applied...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013919
However, there is no evidence of record and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence showing he sustained any injuries or that he was treated for wounds sustained as a result of hostile action. In the applicant's capacity as a medical services officer performing personnel officer duties at two hospitals, he should have been fully aware of the requirements for documenting all medical treatment, particularly for wounds sustained as a result of hostile action, as well as the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013920
The applicant requests entitlement to the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) in the maximum amount of $50,000.00. His enlistment contract is missing an incentive addendum for the SLRP. Notwithstanding his sincerity that he thought he enlisted for the SLRP incentive, the evidence of record does not contain, and he has not provided, an SLRP Addendum that shows the SLRP incentive was included in his TXARNG enlistment contract on 19 November 2008.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013922
General orders, dated 31 December 1971, show he received the ARCOM for meritorious service during the period January 1971 to December 1971 in Vietnam. The applicant served in Vietnam during a qualifying period; 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 entry "1O/S BAR" from his DD Form 214; and b. adding the ARCOM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013923
He states his Army National Guard (ARNG) enlistment contract clearly shows he is eligible to participate in the SLRP while contracting with the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)/Simultaneous Membership Program (SMP). The evidence of record shows the applicant enlisted in the ARNG on 13 April 2011 and he contracted for the SLRP as an enlistment incentive. However, on 8 November 2011, he contracted into the ROTC/SMP and his SMP contract specifically states, "Upon acceptance into SMP, I...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013924
The applicant provides a copy of an envelope and his DD Form 214 for the period ending 24 August 1967. His record is void of any documents that indicate he was ever wounded in action. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013925
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. The applicant's contention that item 30 of his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show 10 years vice 10 weeks has been carefully considered. Furthermore, the entries in item 30 of the DD Form 214 pertain to courses and schools a service member has completed or attended during the period of service covered by their DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013927
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 Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. The applicant states he served in Vietnam and the company clerk made an error by omitting his award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal from his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting award of the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013928
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * Permanent Order Number 22-03, issued by Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division on 22 January 2004 * Certificate of Retirement, dated 1 July 2005 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Item 9 (Awards, Decorations and Campaigns) of his DA Form 2-1 shows he was awarded or authorized the following awards and decorations during his period of active military service: * Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013931
The advisory opinion stated a review of the applicant's case showed he was offered and contracted for the NPSEB for enlistment into critical-skill MOS 35F in the amount of $10,000.00, though a myriad of administrative errors through no fault of the applicant were found in the enlistment process. The enlisting official and service representative did not sign/date the incentive addendum until 21 April 2009, after the date of enlistment, but the applicant signed on the correct date. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013932
He would like to transfer his benefits to his spouse so she may complete her education. The evidence of record shows the applicant retired on 31 October 2009 after a period of terminal leave that began before implementation of the program authorizing transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant filed his application and the Army approved his request to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013933
The applicant requests: a. his DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Report (OER)) for the period 1 July 2011 through 15 December 2011 (hereafter referred to as the contested OER) be removed from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR); and b. the period covered by the contested OER be recorded as nonrated time in his AMHRR; or c. the rater and senior rater's (SR) block checks be masked and their comments regarding the property loss be masked with an un-prejudicial explanation inserted...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013935
Military Personnel Records and advisory opinions (if any). Based on the advisory official's recommendation, it would be appropriate at this time and serve the interest of justice and equity to correct the applicant's record and allow him to retain the MOSCB in the amount of $2,000.00. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army and State ARNG records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing the Department of the Army authorized him to receive the MOSCB...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013936
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 1 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130013936 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 award of the Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting from the applicant's DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013939
12 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 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 | 20130013941
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Once he became aware of the requirement, he submitted a DD Form 2656-1 (SBP Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage), but the change was denied because it was made outside of the 1-year period following the divorce. In light of the available evidence, it would be appropriate to correct his records to show his election for former spouse SBP coverage was received and processed in a timely manner.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013941
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Once he became aware of the requirement, he submitted a DD Form 2656-1 (SBP Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage), but the change was denied because it was made outside of the 1-year period following the divorce. In light of the available evidence, it would be appropriate to correct his records to show his election for former spouse SBP coverage was received and processed in a timely manner.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013941 (2)
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Once he became aware of the requirement, he submitted a DD Form 2656-1 (SBP Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage), but the change was denied because it was made outside of the 1-year period following the divorce. In light of the available evidence, it would be appropriate to correct his records to show his election for former spouse SBP coverage was received and processed in a timely manner.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013942
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 DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these unit awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting award of the VSM with one bronze service star...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013944
There is no authority to change a HOR as officially recorded at time of entry into the military service. Correction of the HOR must be based on evidence that a bona fide error was made and that the HOR as corrected must have been the actual home of the individual at the time of entry into the relevant period of service. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013948
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 29 August 1946 instead of 30 August 1946. His service record does not contain any documents that show his DOB as 29 August 1946. Although the applicant's birth certificate shows his DOB as 29 August 1946, all documents in his military personnel records consistently show his DOB as 30 August 1946.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013950
His service record is void of evidence which indicates he completed the Pathfinder Course or orders that show he was awarded the Pathfinder Badge. The evidence of record shows he performed duties as a Pathfinder during his assignment in Vietnam; however, his service record is void of evidence and he has not provided any evidence which shows he completed the Pathfinder Course or was awarded the Pathfinder Badge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013953
The applicant states that when he was placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) he elected full spouse and child coverage and was subsequently removed from the TDRL and was discharged with severance pay. On 23 July 2013, the applicants spouse concurred, in a notarized statement, with his request to terminate the SBP. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing that he, with his spouses...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013954
The applicant requests, in effect: a. correction of item 3 social security number (SSN) his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show "XXX-XX-4XXX"; b. correction of item 11d (Effective Date) of his DD Form 214; c. award of the Purple Heart; and d. an upgrade of his Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device. Although there are no orders for the Purple Heart in the available records, the Vietnam casualty roster and his citation for award of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013956
d. Upon his return to the unit COL AD convened an Army Regulation (AR) 15-6 (Procedures for Investigating Officers (IO) and Boards of Officers) investigation into his attendance of TLOC. COL AD, however, declined to provide funds for any of the witnesses requested by the applicant so that they could travel to attend the board proceedings. Based on the findings of the AR 15-6 investigation, the applicant's senior commander issued the applicant a GOMOR.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013969
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 22 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130013969 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states, in effect, the FSM paid back $14,161.08 of his ROTC debt while serving as an enlisted member and as a cadet at the U.S. Military Academy before the debt was suspended because he was serving on active duty. It is also apparent that the FSM took the honorable course of action by repaying what is considered a valid debt, and while he continued to serve...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013971
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Silver Star is awarded for gallantry in action against the enemy. The applicant has provided no evidence which shows he received the Silver Star.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013973
The applicant provides his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) and DD Form 214. The applicant's infantry MOS and/or his service in Vietnam are not in question. In the absence of official orders or other documentary evidence such as operation reports, after action reports, valor awards, witness statements, or any other evidence that conclusively shows he actively participated in ground combat while assigned to an infantry unit, there is insufficient evidentiary basis for granting the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013975
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) was awarded to enlisted Soldiers who had completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record confirms the applicant received "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings at all of his active duty assignments. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013979
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 rank of E-5 and his award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM). His DD Form 214 also shows that he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze service stars, National Defense Service Medal, and Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 25 July...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013981
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his last name as "Conton." 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. There is no evidence in the available records that show he performed military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013982
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he held the rank/grade of specialist four (SP4)/E-4. The available evidence does not support the applicant's request for correction of his records to show he held the rank/grade of SP4/E-4. Although the bar to reenlistment was later removed, there is no evidence showing he was properly advanced to PFC/E-3 at a later date prior to being placed on the TDRL.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013989.
BOARD DATE: 22 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20130013989 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated the AGCM 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013990
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM), Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), and foreign service credit. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his records 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: a. the Army Commendation Medal and Iraq Campaign Medal with two...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013995
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. Item 38 (Record of Assignments) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he received excellent conduct and efficiency ratings. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013997
Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army, acting through the ABCMR. (2) A reduction board, when required, will be convened within 30 days after the Soldier is notified, in writing. Although the notification of reduction package and proceedings of any reduction board held were not available for review, it is presumed that the Army's administrative processing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130013999
The applicant requests transfer of the general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR), dated 25 February 2012, and associated documents from the performance folder of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File) to the restricted folder of his AMHRR. The decision of the DASEB was unjust/unfair because there is no other derogatory information in his AMHRR; counseling and medical documents were submitted indicating his progress;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2013 | 20130014000
Item 38 (Record of Assignments) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show that he was assigned to a medical unit that was attached to an infantry unit. On 26 June 1972, he was assigned to the 95th Evacuation Hospital, in the RVN in duty MOS 91A, as a medical corpsman. The available evidence does not show, nor has he provided evidence showing, he was assigned to a medical unit organic to an infantry unit of brigade or smaller size.