ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017086
The applicant presents a new argument, in effect, that although his record shows he served 5 years, 11 months, and 19 days of active duty service, he should have received an additional credit of 15 active duty days during the periods 12 January to 31 May 2007 (6 days) and 1 June to 10 July 2007 (9 days). During this period he completed 1 year of active service. The evidence of record shows he has 5 years, 11 months, and 19 days of active service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017087
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 his social security number (SSN) as XXX-3X-XXXX. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017088
The applicant states * there is additional information available in his Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical records that is available for the Board to obtain * he basically hid his illness until he started his office job to avoid the stigma of seeking help while in a combat unit * his primary care provider did not pursue processing him for a medical retirement because he (the doctor) didn't think about it * he was already in the process of out-processing due to the expiration of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017092
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides: * his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation, Honorable Discharge) * two self-authored statements * a letter * a witness statement CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The sincerity of his contention is not in question; however, there is no evidence in the available record, and the applicant has not provided sufficient evidence, which shows he sustained...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017101
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests: a. correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his service in Iraq for 451 days with the 501st Military Intelligence (MI) Battalion; and b. award of the Combat Action Badge, Iraq Campaign Medal with three campaign stars, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and Army Achievement Medal. The applicant provides: * DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017102
The applicant requests the following: * an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge * award of the Army Good Conduct Medal * correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show all awards he is entitled to for his overseas service 2. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Award) states: a. As a result, the Board recommends denial of so much of the application that pertains to: * upgrading his general discharge to an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017103
She formally requested an ETP from the State Incentive Manager on 1 October 2012, wherein she requested relief from, and termination of, the levied recoupment action in the amount of $20,428.45 that resulted from the termination of her incentive entitlements. (8) Furthermore, had she executed a written agreement the bonus would have been terminated in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1205.21 (Reserve Component Incentive Programs Procedures), paragraph E3.l.8.2,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017104
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 601-10 (Management and Recall to Active Duty of Retired Soldiers of the Army in Support of Mobilization and Peacetime Operations) provides in paragraph 2-4d (Active Duty Grade and Promotion) that retired military personnel recalled to active duty in a retired status are not eligible for promotion. The applicants contentions and supporting documents have been carefully considered;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017106
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-8682. This provision of law also allows the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) to excuse an applicant's failure to timely file within the 3-year statute of limitations if the ABCMR determines it would be in the interest of justice to do so. The applicant's DD Form 4 (Enlistment Contract Armed Forces...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017114
The applicant's records contain the following: a. On 21 April 1998, the applicant's commander initiated action to separate the applicant for fraudulent entry under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Separation), paragraph 7-17a, due to the applicant's deliberate material misrepresentation, omission, or concealment of information, which included concealment of arrests and convictions by civil courts. Her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017115
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 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 to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) at this time and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017117
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his correct social security number (SSN) as "367-XX-XXXX" instead of "925-XX-XXXX." This TIN was used throughout his military service. In this case, based on the evidence of record, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to show his SSN.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017118
The applicant states: * the record is not in error * he was told his discharge would be upgraded to honorable after a period of time * he was experiencing marital problems when he entered the Army in 1974 and he could not concentrate on his duties * he went to his company commander and was given two choices stay in the military or leave with a discharge under honorable conditions 3. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017120
The applicant requests correction of her records to show award of the Armed Forces Service Medal (AFSM). A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal evidence that she was awarded the AFSM. Thus, the evidence of record shows she qualified for the AFSM based on her service in support of Operation Provide Comfort.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017126
His CRSC award letter and SBP election are in error as they reflect his rank/grade as SP4/E-4. His disability retirement orders retired him in the rank of SP4. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * amending Letter Orders Number D 6-75, issued by Department of the Army, Office of the Adjutant General on 3 June 1971 to show he was placed on the Retired List in the rank of SGT/pay grade E-5 effective 10 June...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017128
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge (BCD) to an honorable discharge. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 14 October 1980 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 11-2, by reason of court-martial. His service record shows he was convicted by an SPCM.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017130
The applicant states his service record shows he had a duty military occupational specialty (MOS) 11B as of 8 November 1966 after completing Infantry advanced individual training (AIT) at Fort Ord, CA. The applicant provides: * a list of units participating in defense of Tan Son Nhut Airbase during the 1968 Tet Offensive * Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Docket AR20130012238, dated 13 March 2014 * an excerpt from Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) CONSIDERATION...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017131
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017133
The applicant requests reconsideration of her earlier request for promotion consideration by a special selection board (SSB) for promotion to colonel (COL) by the fiscal year 2013 (FY13) Colonel Army, Maneuver, Fires and Effects (MFE), Operational Support (OS), and Forces Sustainment (FS) Promotion Selection Boards (PSBs). The original ROP shows that: a. the Board had reviewed the evidence to include an advisory opinion from HRC recommending denial of the applicant's request for an SSB; b....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017135
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states * the Vietnam Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by changing his 21 May 1970 DD Form 214 by: a. deleting the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017136
The applicant requests, in effect, that his undesirable discharge be upgraded. The applicant was again directed to report for transfer to Vietnam on 25 September 1970 and again he went AWOL until he was returned to military control at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri on 4 January 1971. There is no evidence in the available records to show he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017138
It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge. The evidence of record shows the applicant held the rank of CW3 at the time he was retired from active duty on 30 November 1971 and he was properly placed on the Retired List in the rank of CW3, the highest rank he held during his active duty service. There are no provisions for correcting the DD Form 214 or the retired rank to show a rank higher than the Soldier...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017147
With respect to adding the applicants jumps with the 82nd Airborne Division to his DD Form 214, there is no regulatory provision to add his jumps to his DD Form 214; however, his DD Form 214 does show that he was awarded the Parachutist Badge. In light of the fact that the majority of his records were destroyed, his birth certificate is accepted as sufficient evidence upon which to base correction of his DD Form 214 to show his date of birth as 4 February 1932. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017151
Requests for promotion orders for ADOS Soldiers recommended for promotion by a TPU promotion selection board must be submitted to the appropriate RSC." The selection board convened on or about 7 August 2012 and considered Soldiers for promotion as shown below: * non-mobilized IRR, IMA, and Standby Reserve (Active List) Soldiers * mobilized IRR, IMA, and Standby Reserve (Active List) Soldiers to the ranks of SFC through SGM * ADOS Soldiers to the ranks of SSG through SGM that entered ADOS...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017157
The FSM's records contain a DD Form 1883 (SBP Election Certificate), dated 1 November 1992, wherein he indicated he was married to the applicant and they had dependent children. The FSM's records show his 20-year letter was issued on 15 July 1992 and he completed a DD Form 1883 on 1 November 1992 wherein he elected spouse-only coverage under Option B (Age 60). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017158
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the first three digits of his social security number (SSN) as 391. 2. The applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214 and military records. 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 first three digits of his SSN as 391. _______ _ _x______...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017167
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant contends his DD Form 214 should be changed to reflect his DOB as XX October 1937. While it is understood that the applicant desires to have his DD Form 214 corrected to show the DOB that he now claims is correct, his record does not show that he served using that DOB.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017169
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to correct the order of his first and middle names. Item 1 (Last Name First Name Middle Name) of his DD Form 214 shows his name as C_____, H_____ L____. _______ _ 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 | 20140017170
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: * in item 10c (Date Inducted) 27 February 1969 * in item 22c (Foreign and/or Sea Service) his service in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) * award of the Vietnam Service Medal 2. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him this medal for this period of service and correct his DD Form 214 to show the medal. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017172
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge for his service during World War II. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge for his service during World War II because he was assigned to an infantry company as a squad leader.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017173
The applicant states, in effect: * while assigned in a Field Artillery unit at Fort Riley, KS he was sexually assaulted by two other members of his unit * these two members also forced him to take cocaine at the time of the assault * he was threatened with physical harm if he reported what had happened * as a result of taking the cocaine, he became addicted and, subsequently, came up positive on a unit urinalysis test * when he came up positive, he was given the choice of either facing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017177
He provides a DD Form 214 and all that could be located after an exhaustive search was: * Special Orders Number 230, dated 22 October 1954, issued by Headquarters, Transfer Station, 2053rd SU Personnel Center, which released the applicant from active duty to U.S. Army Reserve Control Group (Reinforcement) * a DD Form 214 * an Honorable Discharge Certificate 3. c. Item 27 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized), shows: * Army Good...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017178
Specifically, he requests: * award of the Purple Heart for wounds received during his service in the Republic of Vietnam * correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he was awarded the Purple Heart * correction of his DD Form 214 to show he was separated in the rank/grade of sergeant (SGT)/E-5, vice specialist four (SP4)/E-4 2. The applicant states: * in March 1970, he was setting up Landing Zone (LZ) Caroline when the unit came...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017179
The applicant requests correction of item 18 (Remarks) of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her correct dates of service in Iraq. The applicant provides copies of the following: * Enlisted Record Brief (ERB) * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) * DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Therefore, item 18 of her DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017183
The DD Form 214 he was issued for this period of service, in part, shows award of the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with campaign star (i.e. one bronze service star). The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in Afghanistan during a qualifying period for award of two bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Afghanistan Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017191
The applicant states: * he went to Kuwait in 2003 and then to Iraq * his last DD Form 214 does not show his service in Iraq * he retired from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) in 2013 and he needs this correction for employment purposes * he served in Iraq from March 2003 to June 2003 * he received the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) for his service in Iraq 3. The Iraq Campaign Medal (ICM) is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in direct support of Operation Iraqi...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017192
The applicant provides his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Report of Separation and Record of Service), Honorable Discharge Certificate, and a letter of commendation. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. His reconstructed records do not contain any service medical record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017196
The FSM's military service records for the period of service under review are not available to the Board for review. However, the DD Form 214 and award orders provided by the applicant offer sufficient evidence for the Board to conduct a fair and impartial review of this case. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct the FSM's DD Form 214 to show his correct unit of assignment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017198
On 26 January 1983, the applicant's immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him in accordance with chapter 9 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) for rehabilitative failure of the ADAPCP due to drug abuse. The commander stated that it was determined further rehabilitative efforts were not practical and rendered the applicant a rehabilitative failure. His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017216
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show he was awarded or authorized the Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Grenade Bar and the Army of Occupation Medal with Germany Clasp. The evidence of record contains two letters of appreciation confirming that the applicant participated in the REFORGER 1977 and WINTEX/CIMEX 79 exercises. As such, there is insufficient evidence to add this marksmanship badge to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017218
Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness) memorandum, dated 20 September 2011, subject: Correction of Military Records Following Repeal of Section 654 of Title 10, U.S. Code, provides policy guidance for Service Discharge Review Boards (DRB's) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NR's) to follow when taking action on applications from former service members discharged under "Don't Ask Don't Tell (DADT)" or prior policies. Her record is void of any...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017220
The applicant states he does not have a mental condition, i.e., physical disability. The PEB rated his schizophrenic reaction, paranoid type, and recommended a 0 percent disability rating. After a review of the evidence of record, the evidence shows his physical disability evaluation was conducted in accordance with law and regulations and the applicant exercised his rights and options with respect to demanding a formal hearing of his case, representation by counsel, and the submission of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017230
The applicant requests correction of the military records to show entitlement to separation pay. An advisory opinion received from the Department of the Army, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-1, recommends the records be corrected to show the applicant signed a valid service agreement prior to separating from active duty and approval of entitlement to separation pay. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017234
Additionally, there is no evidence in the available record that shows the ARNG notified the applicant that the FSM either declined coverage or did not make an election, as it was not required by law. If the election was not made within 90 calendar days, he would not be entitled to SBP coverage until he applied for retired pay at age 60. b. HRC has no record of the FSM making an election and according to his death certificate, the FSM died before the 90 calendar days. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017240
There is no evidence the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. In view of the foregoing, on 3 September 2014, the Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017245
His records also contain a copy of a request for information regarding the circumstances surrounding his discharge under other than honorable conditions from the Division of Corrections, Wisconsin State Reformatory in 1971. There is no evidence in the available records to show he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. b. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017246
The applicant states his SSN is incorrectly reflected on his DD Form 214. 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. Although the applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 to show the SSN as shown on his social security card, the documents in his military service records show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017248
The applicant requests correction military record to show his correct social security number (SSN). The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. His WD AGO Form 100 is the only document that includes a SSN and it lists the number that he claims is incorrect and he authenticated this document with his signature, thereby verifying the information contained thereon.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017249
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was retired by reason of disability caused by an instrumentality of war. On 30 April 1982, a medical evaluation board (MEB) convened and after consideration of clinical records, laboratory findings, and physical examinations, the MEB found that the applicant had the medically unacceptable condition of chronic pain syndrome from L1 compression fracture. The informal PEB determined he was physically unfit for further military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017250
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his record to show he submitted a timely application to transfer his Post 9/11 GI Bill education benefits to his spouse. On 1 May 2013, after his retirement, the applicant states he found out through other retired service members that he should have been grandfathered into the Post 9/11 GI Bill since there was a period from approximately May 2009 to late 2010 that retired Soldiers were able to receive the Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for their...