ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015036
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. The SPD code of "JKQ" is the correct code for Soldiers separated under AR 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct. The evidence of record shows the applicant had committed a serious offense.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015039
The applicant requests that his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge be upgraded. In view of the foregoing, on 3 September 2014 the Secretary of Defense directed the Service Discharge Review Boards (DRBs) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs) to carefully consider the revised PTSD criteria, detailed medical considerations and mitigating factors when taking action on applications from former service members administratively discharged UOTHC...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015043
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 be corrected to show his airborne qualifications. He had served 4 years of active service and his DD Form 214 issued at the time of his REFRAD shows no evidence of his award of the Parachutist Badge or completion of the Basic Airborne Course.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015044
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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. His record does not contain documentation that shows he was recommended for or awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015046
The applicant's military records are not available for review. The evidence shows he was not inducted into the Army of the United States until 8 July 1955 and then served for more than 90 days of active service. Upon his release from active duty in 1957, he was issued a DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015047
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 30 April 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140015047 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant, the spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of her deceased husband's record to show she made a timely application for an annuity under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). In a 16 July 2014 letter, the Chief, Retired Pay Branch, HRC, denied the applicant's claim for payment of the SBP annuity citing the statute of limitations in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015048
The applicant's records do not show indiscipline or lost time, he received conduct and efficiency ratings of "excellent" throughout his military service. Therefore, the preponderance of evidence shows the applicant is entitled to the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal based on completion of qualifying service from 20 April 1966 to 13 April 1968 ending with termination of a period of Federal military service. Awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (First Award) for the period 20...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015051
On 26 March 1993, the applicant was informed of initiated separation action with a general discharge for misconduct under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12. In a memorandum for the base commander the CO noted that as of 6 May 1993 the applicant had submitted nothing in her own behalf. On 21 May 1993, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12b for a pattern of misconduct.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015052
Item 17 (Foreign Service) he began his service in Vietnam on 6 July 1968; c. Item 18 (Record of Assignments) he was assigned in Vietnam to: * 1st Battalion, 501st Infantry from 17 July 1968 through 28 October 1968 * MACV from 29 October 1968 through 9 June 1969 d. Item 21 (Awards and Decorations) he was awarded the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * Combat Infantryman Badge * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * two Overseas Bars e. Item 23...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015077
The applicant requests that her deceased husband's, a former service member's (FSM), date of birth (DOB) on his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States), dated 12 October 1954, be corrected to show XX November 1930 instead of XX June 1930. The FSM's DOB would have been verified at the time of his induction; however, those records are not available. The only justification for changing the FSM's DOB on his DD Form 214 would be if it was not consistent...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015078
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her home of record (HOR) as El Paso, Texas. Army Regulation 635-5 (Separation Documents), in effect at the time, stated to enter the street, city, state, and zip code the Soldier claims as a permanent HOR. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to base amending item 7b of her DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015079
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. While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015080
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period 8 January 2002 to 7 January 2003 to show in: a. item 4a (Grade, Rate, or Rank) that he held the rank of sergeant (SGT) rather than specialist (SPC); b. item 4b (Pay Grade) that he held the pay grade of E-5 rather than E-4; c. item 11 (Primary Specialty) that he also...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015090
The applicant requests payment of his Medical Additional Special Pay (MASP) in the amount of $15,000 for the period effective December 2012. A review of special pay and finance records indicate the applicant executed contracts and received annual MASP in the amount of $15,000 per year effective 21 December 2010, 21 December 2011, and 21 December 2013. There was no record of a prepared, executed, processed, or paid MASP contract effective 21 December 2012. b.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015096
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be corrected to show his award of the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with 1 Oak Leaf Cluster (1OLC) and that he be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The applicant states that his award of the BSM 1OLC is not reflected on his DD Form 214 and he was not awarded the CIB for the time he was attached to the 4th Battalion, 3rd Infantry. However, his records do not contain orders...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015100
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicant's submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in a diagnosis of the applicant's MH condition during processing through the military Disability Evaluation System (DES). The SRP considered the record in evidence best supported the 50 percent rating.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015102
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests the Army Commendation Medal and all his military training be reflected on his DD Form 214 for the period ending 9 July 1985. Based upon this, his DD Form 214 should be amended to show the award of the Army Commendation Medal only.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015106
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal and the Afghanistan Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. voiding and deleting from the applicant's record the 24 September 2014 DD Form 215; and b. showing that, in addition to the awards shown on the 29 March 2003 DD Form 214, the applicant's awards also include * Global War...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015108
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show his award of an Army Commendation Medal and his rank as corporal (CPL). The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not include his award of the Army Commendation Medal and lists his rank as specialist four (SP4) not as a CPL. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Army Commendation Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015109
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 June 2004 to show the: * Combat Action Badge (CAB) * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device 2. The period of service used to award the AGCM cannot be used toward of the ARCAM. 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: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015110
The applicant provides: * Certificate of Promotion, dated 3 February 1991 * Honorable Discharge Certificate, dated 12 March 1996 * Headquarters (HQ), 90th U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) Orders 159-122, dated 10 May 1991 * Annex C to HQ, 90th USARC Letter Order Number 159-122, dated 10 May 1991 * a memorandum, dated 17 January 1992, from Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment (HHD), 373rd Supply and Service Battalion CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. A memorandum, dated 19 March 1992, from...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015113
Her record contains a DA Form 4856 (General Counseling Form), dated 18 October 1988, which shows she was counseled regarding payment of an outstanding debt in the amount of $420.00 and the fact that she would not be granted stateside leave until she paid the debt. On 18 September 1989, the applicant's unit commander notified her that he was initiating action which could result in separation from the Army with a general discharge under honorable conditions under the provisions of Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015115
The GOMO document as corroborated by HRC is accepted as sufficient evidence to correct the FSM's DD Form 214 to show the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device (2nd OLC). _______ _ 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. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140015115 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015116
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, 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 (RVN) and the awards and decorations he is entitled to receive for that service. He states he was stationed in the RVN and his foreign service and awards for that service are not listed on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015118
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM). Her DD Form 214 shows on 13 March 2004, she was released from active duty, at Fort Bragg, in the rank of specialist/pay grade E-4.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015119
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) prescribes Army policy and criteria concerning individual military awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Korea Defense Service Medal to 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 | CY2014 | 20140015121
He states that references made in the subject OER to the allegations of an inappropriate relationship were the result of an Army Regulation 15-6 investigation that had not yet been processed to completion. c. He states the "No" checkmark in Part IV, Integrity, is a substantive error because: * The allegation that he failed to conduct a background check is unsubstantiated * All other allegations in the Army Regulation 15-6 investigation were found to be unsubstantiated d. He states the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015122
The applicant requests the Relief for Cause (RFC) Officer Evaluation Report (OER) covering the rating period 24 September 2009 through 29 August 2010 be removed from her official military personnel file (OMPF) or transferred from the performance to the restricted folder of her OMPF. g. in Part VIIa (Senior Rater - Evaluate the rated officer's promotion potential to the next higher grade), the Senior Rater placed an "X" in the "Do Not Promote" block, indicated he senior rated (at the time) 4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015124
There is no evidence showing the applicant was diagnosed with PTSD or any other mental condition prior to his discharge or that he has a current diagnosis of PTSD. On 3 September 2014 in view of the foregoing information, the Secretary of Defense directed the Service Discharge Review Boards (DRBs) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs) to carefully consider the revised PTSD criteria, detailed medical considerations, and mitigating factors when taking action on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015128
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show he properly completed an Officer Accession Bonus (OAB) Addendum and is authorized to retain a $10,000 OAB. The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected to show he properly completed an OAB Addendum and is authorized to retain a $10,000 OAB. The available evidence shows the applicant completed BOLC (formerly OBC) in 2011 and should have been paid his OAB had the above discussed error not occurred.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015129
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his military records to show he transferred his education benefits to his daughter under the Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill prior to being retired from the Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG). Any Service member on or after 1 August 2009, who is entitled to the Post-9/11 GI Bill at the time of the approval of his or her request for TEB under this section, may transfer that entitlement provided he or she...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015130
He provided a U.S. Army Advanced Education Financial Assistance Record which states the total Army ROTC scholarship benefits paid was $17,201.00. He also provided Headquarters, U.S. Army Cadet Command, orders to active duty for 36 months with a reporting date of 30 March 2011 to satisfy the terms of his DA Form 597-3 under the active duty provision. The evidence of record shows: * he was disenrolled from the ROTC Program for breach of contract * he was ordered to active duty for 36 months...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015134
On 30 November 1977, he was notified by his immediate commander that discharge action was being initiated against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Separations), chapter 13 for unsuitability. There is no indication he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Members separating under this provision of the regulation could receive either an honorable or a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015137
The applicant requests correction of his military service records to show his social security number (SSN) as "X68-XX-XXXX" instead of "X86-XX-XXXX." In addition, the SSN he reported as his SSN was consistently recorded in his military service records and on his DD Form 214. Considering all the evidence and information presented by the applicant, together with the evidence of record, applicable law, and regulations, it is concluded that the evidence provided by the applicant relating to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015138
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a result...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015141
The applicant's DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record), reviewed on 28 April 1986, shows in * item 5 (Oversea Service) the country where he served, period of overseas service, and if credit for NTC was granted, as follows Country Period (From Through) NTC Not Entered 15 Months Prior to 1 January 1960 No Entry Germany 17 March 1960 29 February 1964 Yes RVN 21 May 1967 13 May 1968 Yes Germany 21 June 1968 31 March 1970 No RVN 1 April 1970 29 March 1971 Yes Germany 30 March...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015145
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 2 April 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140015145 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states his SSN is incorrect on his DD Form 214; the last digit of his SSN is 5 and not 7. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows only his service number and not his SSN.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015146
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 28 April 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140015146 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. However, his record contains a DD Form 214 that shows he was discharged on 21 July 1977 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, and received an under other than honorable conditions discharge. ___________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015147
The applicant requests correction his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show two awards of the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM). His service record is void of orders which show that he was awarded a second MSM. His service record is void of orders which show he was awarded a second award of the MSM when he departed the 7th CSH.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015148
The applicant requests that he be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). Additionally, Appendix V of U.S. Army Vietnam Regulation 672-1 (Decorations and Awards) states that during the Vietnam era the CIB was awarded only to enlisted individuals who held and served in MOS 11B, 11C, 11D, 11F, 11G, or 11H. _______ _ _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 | 20140015151
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. However, according to the applicable law and regulation he is not eligible to transfer benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability program. The applicant has provided no evidence to support his contention that he was not advised regarding his education benefits or that he was improperly advised regarding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015152
The applicant states his DD Form 214 shows his rank and grade as specialist (SPC)/E-4, but his separation orders shows he was authorized severance pay in pay grade E-5. His Enlisted Record Brief (ERB) shows he was promoted to the rank/grade of SPC/E-4 effective 1 September 2009. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing he was promoted to SGT/E-5 effective 26 February 2013 and by amending his DD Form 214 to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015153
He states the DD Form 214 he currently has only shows his "second enlistment" discharge. The DD Form 214 the applicant received shows his service in the RA from the date of his initial enlistment on 14 November 1989 through 23 June 1997, the date of his BCD. The regulation stated that for Soldiers who have previously reenlisted without being issued a DD Form 214 and are separated with any characterization of service except "Honorable," enter "Continuous Honorable Active Service From"...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015154
The applicant provides: * Winnebago County Department of Veterans Services Letter, dated 20 August 2014 * Daily Staff Journal or Duty Officer's Log, dated 11 June 1970 * DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge), dated 10 December 1971 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he was wounded in action on 1 December 1969 and wounded in action again on 8 September 1970. Consequently, the applicant should be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015157
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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 398 (Statement of Personal History), dated 11 September 1962, shows his SSN as XXX-XX-XXX5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015158
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his: * service in Kuwait/Iraq * award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) * service awards and badges 2. The available evidence of record shows that the applicant served in Kuwait/Iraq from 10 August 2006 through 25 October 2007 (1 year, 2 months, and 16 days). Item 13: the Army Commendation Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars, Overseas Service Ribbon,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015160
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. Records show that the applicant participated in four campaign periods during his service 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 Army Good Conduct Medal for the period 17 August...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015161
The applicant's immediate commander notified the applicant on 19 November 1974 of his intent to initiate separation actions against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 13, by reason of unfitness. * the separation proceedings were conducted in accordance with applicable law and regulations at the time and the character of his service is commensurate with his overall record of military service * the reason for his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015162
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. His service record shows he received three Article 15s, was charged for being AWOL, and he had 77 days of lost time. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140015162 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140015162 2 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140015169
The applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: a. item 31 (Foreign Service) service in Germany from 21 March 1968 through 10 April 1970 and service in Vietnam from 20 January 1969 through 19 January 1970 [1 year]; and b. item 38 (Record of Assignments) service in Germany from 6 April 1968 through 27 November 1968, casual status from 28 November 1968 through 22 January 1969, and service in Vietnam from 23 January 1969 through 19 January 1970 (the date he was released...