ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014768
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show a certificate of achievement (COA) for meritorious performance of duty that he received for the period of 14 October 1966 to 13 October 1967. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides for the issuance of COA's. Although copies of COA or memoranda of record stating that a COA has been awarded are filed in the OMPF, there is no distinguishing device...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014772
His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not list award of the PH nor does it show he was wounded. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to show his DOB as it is listed on his driver's license. __________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 | CY2014 | 20140014774
His SLRP contract stated he would be able to add new loans any time during the contracted period up to the fifth anniversary of the current 6-year contract, not to exceed $50,000.00. The applicant provides: * two self-authored statements * U.S. Army Cadet Command Form 203-R (Guaranteed Reserve Forces Duty Scholarship Cadet Contract Endorsement) * DA Form 4836 (Oath of Extension of Enlistment or Reenlistment), dated 27 July 2010 * NGB Form 600-7-5-R-E (ELRP Addendum), dated 27 July 2010 * DA...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014779
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he elected to transfer his educational benefits to his dependents under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision. He provided email correspondence which indicates: * he attempted to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to a dependent in July/August 2014 * he was informed by an ARNG official he could not transfer benefits to a new dependent after retirement and he should petition the Army Board for Correction of Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014781
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) and his discharge orders from the United States Army Reserve (USAR) by changing his reentry code (RE) from NA to an RE code that coincides with his honorable discharge from active duty. Orders 08-129-00028, as provided by the applicant show he was discharged from the USAR with a general,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014786
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 7 July 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140014786 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states: * he was scheduled to be promoted to CPT in September 2011 * after contacting the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (HRC) to inquire about an amended DD Form 214, since his shows he was separated from active duty as a 1LT, he was told that there wasn't a record of his promotion to CPT * according to HRC, his promotion was delayed because there was no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014788
The applicant provides: a. email correspondence; b. NGB Form 600-7-3-R-E-DSIPP (Annex R to DD Form 4 or DA Form 4836 Reenlistment/Extension Decentralized State Incentive Pilot Program (DSIPP) Addendum ARNG of the United States); c. Certificate of Completion for the 31B Basic Military Police Course; d. Diploma issued to him upon graduation from the 31B Military Police ALC; e. a memorandum showing the National Guard Bureau (NGB) denial of his request for an ETP; and f. a memorandum rendered...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014795
Evidence shows the applicant served a period of qualifying service for award of the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960). The evidence shows the applicant completed a qualifying period of service for award of the National Defense Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the Vietnam Service Medal from his DD Form 214, b. adding the following awards to his DD Form 214: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014800
The applicant requests that his award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) be added to his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge). The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for relief. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the awards of the BSM and Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014804
His service record, also known as the Military Personnel Records Jacket (DA Form 201 File), does not contain orders awarding him the Army Commendation Medal. The applicant's service record is void of orders awarding him the Purple Heart or any evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action. There is insufficient evidence in the available records that shows the applicant was recommended for or awarded the Army Commendation Medal.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014807
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. The evidence of record confirms the applicant is entitled to the Bronze Star Medal based on his award of the Combat Infantryman Badge on 28 March 1945. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Bronze Star Medal based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge on 28 March 1945 * deleting from his WD AGO Form 53-55...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014827
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to change his rank to corporal (CPL). The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Item 3 (Grade-Rate-Rank and Date of Appointment) of his DD Form 214 shows his rank/grade as specialist third class (SP3) and his date of appointment as 16 February 1955.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014828
The applicant states: * the Purple Heart is not listed on his DD Form 214 * he was discharged on temporary records 3. Records show he participated in four campaigns during his assignment in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the following awards to his DD Form 214: * Purple Heart * Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014830
His DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows in: * Section 4 (Chronological Record of Military Service) he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his military service * Section 9 (Medals, Decorations, and Citations), he was awarded the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-1) * Section 10 (Remarks) the entry "ETS adjusted to March 1962 under the provisions of Public Law 87-117, dated 1 August 1961" 7. A breakdown of the DD Form 214 shows in: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014833
The applicant requests her general, under honorable conditions discharge be upgraded to honorable. The DD Form 214 she was issued shows she was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 9, by reason of drug abuse - rehabilitation failure, with an under honorable conditions characterization of service. There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of her discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014835
The applicant states: a. the narrative portion of the DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) initially recommending him for the LOM is incorrect; b. upon submitting his paperwork for retirement, his detachment commander asked for a copy of all of his officer evaluation reports in order to prepare his retirement award, to which he complied; c. after he read the award recommendation he informed his commander of the errors it contained, at which time, his commander told him it was already...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014837
She told LTC JL that COL MA had not objected and forwarded LTC JL the email she had sent. v. LTC JL was to go on mid-tour leave on 21 February 2011. Notwithstanding her contention that her raters were prejudiced against her because of the EO complaint she filed against them, the contested OER shows both her rater and senior rater commented on her excellent performance as the first Chief of Military Justice, stated she exceeded every challenge by becoming an ANP Legal mentor, she became an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014838
The applicant provides copies of the following: * DA Form 2139 (Military Pay Voucher) * DD Form 214 * Orders Number D-07-908632 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. d. A Recommended List for Promotion of Enlisted Personnel to Grade E-5 memorandum, dated 30 January 1975, wherein his name is listed as being recommended for promotion to pay grade E-5. The regulation states items 6a and 6b would list the active duty grade or rank and pay grade at time of separation and item 7 would list the effective...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014839
On 19 February 1997, he was discharged under the provisions of chapter 10, Army Regulation 635-200, with a service characterization of under other than honorable conditions. His record shows he was nearly 24 years of age at the time of his enlistment and between 24 and 25 years of age at the time of his offenses. __________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 | CY2014 | 20140014841
The applicant requests his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. The applicant states he had a good military record. ______________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 | CY2014 | 20140014843
The applicant requests correction of his records to show his authorized awards. The applicant's complete 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. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (First Award) for the period 26 February 1952 to 9 February 1954; and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the * Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) * Korean Service Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014844
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 reflect his date of birth (DOB) as 13 February XXXX. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his DOB as it is recorded on his DD Form 4 and birth certificate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014845
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the social security number (SSN) shown on the FSM's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) and Honorable Discharge Certificate. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by replacing the SSN...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014846
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his year of birth as 1930 instead of 1954. The applicant's military records are not available to the ABCMR for review.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014849
His DD Form 214 shows the first and last name as "Bennie D---" and his DOB as "5 September XXXX." His record is void of documentation showing he used another first and last name or DOB during his Army service. _______ _ 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 | CY2014 | 20140014850
His unit was awarded the MUC and it should be added to his records and his retirement orders should be corrected to show his disabilities were incurred as a result of armed conflict. Although not present in the available records and the applicant has not provided his PEB proceedings, the applicant was placed on the Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) in the pay grade of E-6 effective 21 October 1995 with a 30% disability rating. While it is true that the applicant was granted 100%...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014851
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show she completed 25 years, 5 months, and 13 days of active service. The applicant states: * she enlisted on 1 November 1960 and she was separated on 31 October 1962 * she enlisted on 18 October 1968 in the Army Student Nurse Program and on 20 November 1969 she was discharged from this enlisted status * she accepted an appointment and she was appointed on 12 November...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014854
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM), National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), and an unspecified marksmanship qualification badge with rifle bar. There is no evidence the applicant received the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014855
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show he completed Ranger training. The applicant's complete military records are not available for review. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. adding the Ranger Tab, National Defense Service Medal, and Republic of Korea War Service Medal to item 27 of his DD Form 214 and b. adding the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014856
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against and enemy or as a result of hostile action. Again, notwithstanding his sincerity, in the absence of additional documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as a result of enemy action and treated for those wounds and the treatment was made a matter of official record there is insufficient evidence upon which to base award of the Purple Heart...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014857
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 7 December 1984, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge. The applicant's record shows he was charged with being AWOL, which is punishable under the UCMJ with a punitive discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014860
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. There is no available evidence that the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of her discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations 11. The applicant's voluntary request for separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service, to avoid trial by court-martial, was administratively correct and in conformance with applicable regulations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014861
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Commendation Medal. She provided a copy of a certificate, dated 31 October 1984, showing she was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service during the period 23 February 1982 through 12 October 1984 while serving as the Company Clerk and Brigade Mail Room Orderly in HHC, 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division. However, the certificate that she...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014864
The applicant requests correction of the Social Security Number (SSN) shown on his DD Form 214 (Report of Transfer or 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. ____________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014865
The applicant was discharged from the Army on 7 February 1997. His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged in accordance with chapter 3 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) as a result of court-martial with a dishonorable discharge. The conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations and the discharge appropriately characterizes the misconduct for which he was convicted.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014870
The applicant requests that her general discharge be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge. Accordingly, she was released from active duty under honorable conditions on 25 November 1980 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-31h (1) and the Expeditious Discharge Program. 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 | 20140014871
The applicants military records are not available to the Board for review. His DD Form 214 correctly credited him with 5 years, 8 months, and 17 days of active service (the period from 19 March 1953 to 17 December 1958) as well as his prior active service of 2 years and 8 months (from 19 July 1950 to 18 March 1953) for a total of 8 years, 4 months, and 17 days of active service. His DD Form 214 correctly captured his active service and there is no need to correct it.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014872
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his rank as sergeant (SGT) vice specialist five (SP5). Army Regulation 600-200 (Enlisted Personnel Management System), in effect at the time, established the policies and provisions for lateral appointments and the appointment of acting noncommissioned officers (NCO). _______ _ _x______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014873
Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 1 July 1968 to 3 July 1970, and to correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence to award him the CIB 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 of 1 July 1968 to 3 July 1970 and the CIB for action on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014876
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His record does not contain any evidence to show he was recommended for or issued orders promoting him the rank/grade of SSG/E-6. The evidence of record shows the applicant was promoted to SP5/E-5 on 10 January 1968.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014877
The evidence of record shows the applicant was honorably discharged from the RA based on completion of required service. However, there is no evidence of record showing he received separation pay at the time of discharge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. amending Headquarters, 1st Infantry Division, Fort Riley, Orders 321-0018, dated 17 November 2009, by deleting the additional instructions: "Soldier...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014880
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he elected transfer of educational benefits to his daughter under the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. A Soldier must have at least 6 years of eligible service in order to transfer educational benefits to a spouse and at least 10 years of eligible service to transfer to eligible children. c. A Soldier may only transfer to eligible family members.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014881
The applicant provides: a. The evidence of record shows the applicant completed a period of honorable service wherein he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings with no convictions by a court-martial. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 9 July 1969 through 30 April 1971; b. deleting the Vietnam Service Medal from his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014883
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests his Army Service Number (ASN) be corrected on his Bronze Star Medal Certificate and that the Bronze Star Medal be included on his discharge certificate. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal from the applicant's 28 January 1946 WD AGO...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014884
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014887
A DA Form 638, dated 22 December 1998, shows he was awarded the ARCOM for meritorious service from 15 April 1996 to 18 January 1999. 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 the ARCOM and the AAM. _______ _ 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 | CY2014 | 20140014889
On 25 January 1989, he was discharged UOTHC under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for misconduct drug abuse. His available records are void of and he failed to provide any evidence that he was found medically unfit for retention or had a condition requiring processing through the Army Physical Disability Evaluation System (PDES). The applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge UOTHC or a medical discharge was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014891
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There is insufficient evidence in the available records that shows the applicant was awarded the Army Commendation Medal. In the absence of orders, there is insufficient evidence to correct his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014900
Prior to his injury, he was told to prepare to go before the board because he was being placed on the promotion list for pay grade E-5 based on his time, grade, and leadership ability while in Iraq as an E-4 promotable. The evidence of record shows the applicant was medically retired on 4 September 2007 and he was placed on the retired list in the rank of SPC/E-4. It does not appear that a grade determination was requested or required at the time of the applicant's medical retirement.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140014906
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 military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of an MH diagnosis or diagnoses being changed or eliminated to the applicant's possible disadvantage during the Disability Evaluation Process (DES). After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the...