ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001214
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001217
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his service in the Republic of Vietnam. The applicant provides: * 2 DD Forms 214 * 2 pages of DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The available evidence shows the applicant completed a qualifying period of service for award of the National Defense Service Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001219
Item 3 (SSN) of the DD Form 214 that he was issued at the time shows his SSN as XXX-X6-XXXX. However, at the time he was being processed for induction, he indicated that his SSN was XXX-X4-XXXX and this SSN is recorded in his military records. The available evidence shows the applicant's correct SSN was entered in his military records during the period of his active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001229
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 qualified period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record confirms the FSM was twice awarded the Bronze Star Medal with V Device; however, his DD Form 214 shows only one award of the Bronze Star Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001230
There is no evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. However, there is no evidence of record which shows he was diagnosed with PTSD or any mental condition or alcohol abuse or dependency prior to his discharge, and he provides no evidence to show he has been diagnosed with a service-connected PTSD or other mental condition. _______ _ __X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001231
The PEB found the applicant's conditions prevented her from performing the duties required of her grade and military specialty and determined that the applicant was physically unfit due to degenerative arthritis. The applicant is entitled to correction of her records to show PTSD, chronic, as a disabling condition that did not meet retention standards, effective 20 February 2008, the date of her original discharge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001234
He provides his Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Rating Decisions and his service medical records. He further noted that the applicant had been screened for PTSD and TBI and these conditions were either not present or, if present, did not meet Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation) criteria for a medical evaluation board (MEB). To ensure all Soldiers are physically qualified to perform their duties in a reasonable manner, medical retention...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001237
The IPEB determined the applicants LBP alone made him medically unfit to perform the duties of his grade and primary specialty and recommended his separation with entitlement to severance pay. The Army rates only conditions determined to be physically unfitting at the time of discharge which disqualify the Soldier from further military service. However, the VA may rate all service-connected conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001238
The applicant requests an upgrade of her general, under honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. The evidence of record shows that as part of her separation processing, she was seen by both a mental health provider and a medical doctor, her medical conditions were reviewed, and she was found fit for retention in the Army. Moreover, the appeal authority considered her explanation of the possible reason she tested positive for THC and he denied her appeal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001240
On 15 April 1985, the applicant's unit commander notified her of his intent to recommend she be separated from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 11 (Trainee Discharge Program). c. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. When authorized, it is issued to a Soldier whose military record is satisfactory but not sufficiently meritorious to warrant an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001242
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * his foreign service in Iraq * all awards he is entitled to including the Amy Achievement Medal * his correct total time in the service 2. In item 12c of the DD Form 214 enter the net active service completed by the service member during the period covered by the DD Form 214. However, item 18 does not show the dates of his service in the DEP.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001244
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant's record contains the following documents which show his rank as SGT: a. The contested NCOER that lists his date of rank (DOR) as 3 October 1997. c. An Enlisted Record Brief that shows his date of rank to SGT as 1 February 1999.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001249
The applicant requests correction of his final DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) (3rd Award). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the AGCM is awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted (emphasis added) 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001249
The applicant requests correction of his final DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) (3rd Award). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the AGCM is awarded for each 3 years of continuous enlisted (emphasis added) 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001252
However, there is no evidence in the applicant's record that shows he ever accepted NJP. The governing regulation also provides for immediate reenlistment entries in Item 18 of the DD Form 214 for Soldiers who have previously reenlisted without being issued a DD Form 214, and who are separated with any characterization of service except "Honorable." As a result, the Board recommends denial of so much of the application that pertains to granting a complete and unconditional discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001255
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 18 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 does not include foreign service entries. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) is awarded for qualifying service after 1 July 1958 in U.S. military operations, U.S. operations in direct support of the United Nations, and U.S. operations of assistance for friendly foreign nations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001256
The applicant provides no additional documents with his application. The applicants records contain Orders D-06-033624, dated 13 June 2000, showing he was discharged from the USAR effective 13 June 2000. 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 | CY2014 | 20140001256
The applicant provides no additional documents with his application. The applicants records contain Orders D-06-033624, dated 13 June 2000, showing he was discharged from the USAR effective 13 June 2000. 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 | CY2014 | 20140001257
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge (BCD) to an honorable discharge (HD). This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicants 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. On 15 January 2014, the applicants appealed to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for an upgrade of his discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001258
The applicant requests removal of the DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Report (OER)) for the period 16 June 2007 through 15 June 2008 from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File). A review of the applicant's AMHRR maintained in the Interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System (iPERMS) revealed, in pertinent part, three DA Forms 67-9 (OERs) documenting his duty performance as Commander, 19th Replacement Company...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001259
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP concluded that there was insufficient cause to recommend a change in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001260
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show the entry Wound GSW left arm (forearm) and chest Vietnam. 2. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting from item 30 of his DD Form 214 the entry Wound Fragment wound left...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001264
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the MH condition during processing through the Disability Evaluation System (DES). The SRP indicated that regardless of the final physical evaluation board (PEB) diagnosis, Section 4.129 did not specify a diagnosis of PTSD, rather it stated "mental disorder due to a highly stressful event" and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001265
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. After a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no change to the applicant's disability...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001266
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a MH condition during processing through the Disability Evaluation System (DES). The DOD memorandum, dated 27 February 2013, directed the Service Secretaries to conduct a review of MH diagnoses for service members completing a disability evaluation process between 11 September 2001 and 30 April 2012 in order to determine if service members were...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001267
The applicant requests award of the Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR). Paragraph 5-4 provides guidance on the OSR and it states this award became effective 1 August 1981, and that there were no retroactive provisions that allowed its award to members who were not in an active Army status on or after the 1 August 1981 effective date. __________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 | CY2014 | 20140001268
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The DOD memorandum, dated 27 February 2013, directed the Service Secretaries to conduct a review of MH diagnoses for service members completing a disability evaluation process between 11 September 2001 and 30 April 2012 in order to determine if service members were disadvantaged by a changed diagnosis over the course of their physical disability process. The SRP reviewed the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001269
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. After a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by majority vote that there should be no change to the applicant's disability and retirement determination. The majority of the SRP concluded that there was not sufficient evidence in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001271
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001273
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The SRP adjudged that there was not a preponderance of the evidence to support a change of diagnosis to PTSD at TDRL entry. As a result, the Board recommends denial of the application that pertains to any change in the applicant's MH diagnoses and change in the applicant's MH permanent disability rating.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001276
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP determined that the preponderance of the evidence did not support a change of diagnosis to PTSD. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP determined that there was not sufficient evidence to show that any MH...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001277
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP concluded that no MH diagnoses were changed to the applicant's possible disadvantage in the disability evaluation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001278
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The CG stated that before making a final decision, he intended to conduct an informal investigation under Army Regulation 15-6 (Procedures for Investigating Officers and Boards of Officers) concerning his conduct as commander of the 1st Training Brigade. He was told by the CG that the basis for the proposed relief was his failure to comply with the tasker from headquarters to provide up to 13 instructors to support SWCS training and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001282
A medical proceeding, regardless of the date completed, must establish that a medical condition was identified by appropriate medical authority within six months of the Soldier's initial entrance on active duty, that the condition would have permanently or temporarily disqualified the Soldier for entry into the military service had it been detected at the time, and the medical condition does not disqualify the Soldier from retention in the service under the provisions of Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 201400012826
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his discharge from under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) to a general discharge (GD) or an honorable discharge (HD). After consulting with counsel, the applicant voluntarily requested a discharge for the good of the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10. a. However, there is no evidence that indicates the applicant was any less mature than other Soldiers of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001284
There is no evidence of record and the applicant has not provided any evidence that shows he was entitled to the Purple Heart at any time during his active duty service. His record contains Headquarters, Americal Division, General Orders Number 14617, dated 9 November 1970, showing he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device for action on 8 September 1970 while at Landing Zone Stinson. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001286
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A counseling statement, dated 2 December 1991, for failing to pay her rent and utilities for the months of October and November 1991. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140001286 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140001286 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001287
Therefore, the evidence is sufficient to show the FSM was eligible for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) based on completion of qualifying service from 5 November 1968 to 10 June 1970 ending with the termination of a period of active Federal 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 (First Award) for the period of service from 5 November 1968 to 10...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001289
These thoughts and events kept him leaving the Army AWOL. Although an honorable or general discharge was authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions was normally issued to an individual who was discharged for the good of the service. c. A general discharge was a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001293
The applicant provides: * Self-authored statement * DD Forms 214 issued on 27 July 1966 and 12 December 1969 * NGB Form 22 (National Guard Bureau Report of Separation and Record of Service in the Army National Guard (ARNG) of Hawaii) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant contends his record should be corrected to show he held the rank and grade of SGT/E-5 at the time of his release from active duty and the HIARNG. In the absence of an official promotion order or any document showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001293
The applicant provides: * Self-authored statement * DD Forms 214 issued on 27 July 1966 and 12 December 1969 * NGB Form 22 (National Guard Bureau Report of Separation and Record of Service in the Army National Guard (ARNG) of Hawaii) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant contends his record should be corrected to show he held the rank and grade of SGT/E-5 at the time of his release from active duty and the HIARNG. In the absence of an official promotion order or any document showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001295
e. 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. Therefore, he is entitled award of the Vietnam Service Medal with 3 bronze service stars and correction of his DD Form 214 to show this service 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001304
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the: * Army Achievement Medal (AAM) with 2nd Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC) * Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal * President's Volunteer Service Award (Gold Level) 2. The applicant provides copies of the following: * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) for AAM with 2nd OLC * AAM certificate * DA Form 638 for Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal * President's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001307
The applicant requests removal of his DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Report (OER)), for the rating period 1 July 2007 through 31 May 2008, from his official military personnel file (OMPF). (b) In the contested OER, his rater stated that he was counseled in writing due to his sub-standard performance. (Evaluate the Rated Officer's Performance During the Rating Period and His/Her Potential for Promotion), the rater placed a checkmark in the "Unsatisfactory Performance, Do Not Promote" block.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001309
The following documents in his Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) show his SSN with the last four numerals "0882" and his DOB with the year 1950: * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) * DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request) * DA Form 41 (Record of Emergency Data) 4. The DD Form 398 was completed by the applicant and he entered his DOB with the year 1950. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001313
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 14 March 1973 and DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 3 April 1979 to show his date of birth (DOB) as 20 April XXXX instead of 21 April XXXX. His DD Form 1966 (Application for Enlistment Armed Forces of the United States) shows his DOB as 21 April XXXX. The applicant provided a certified abstract of birth, filed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001317
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 18 February 1957 and to reflect that his spouse is the beneficiary of his Life Insurance or any other benefits that he has obtained. 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 this date of birth as stated on his birth certificate. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001322
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to an honorable or a general discharge. 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. A discharge under other than honorable conditions would normally be furnished to an individual who was discharged for the good of the service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001324
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in * item 31 (Foreign Service), he served in Vietnam from 17 March 1966 through 7 March 1967 * item 38 (Record of Assignments), he was assigned to Special Detachment 5891, MACV, from 20 March 1966 through 6 March 1967 * item 41 (Awards and Decorations), he was awarded or authorized the * Bronze Star Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) * RVN Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * CIB * Marksman Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001324
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in * item 31 (Foreign Service), he served in Vietnam from 17 March 1966 through 7 March 1967 * item 38 (Record of Assignments), he was assigned to Special Detachment 5891, MACV, from 20 March 1966 through 6 March 1967 * item 41 (Awards and Decorations), he was awarded or authorized the * Bronze Star Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) * RVN Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * CIB * Marksman Marksmanship...