ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017251
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his date of rank (DOR) to second lieutenant (2LT) from 9 May 2011 to 7 January 2011. The applicant requested adjustment of his DOR to 2LT to 7 January 2011 and he provided a DA Form 71 which shows he was appointed as a 2LT in the USAR on 7 January 2011.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017253
The applicant requests his records go before a Special Selection Board (SSB) for promotion consideration to captain (CPT). He was not promoted to CPT due to an administrative error; his rater did not complete his Officer Evaluation Report (OER) until after the promotion board. The applicant contends his records should go before an SSB for promotion consideration to CPT because an OER he received for the rating period 9 February 2013 through 8 February 2014 was not available for the board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017254
PO Number 115-0025, dated 25 April 2006, is the correct order he received for the Army Good Conduct Medal. In view of the foregoing, he is entitled to correction of his records located on iPERMS by the revocation and removal of PO Numbers 218-008 and 008-003 awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the same period. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * revoking PO Numbers 218-008 and 008-003,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017258
On 16 November 1982, the applicant's immediate commander initiated discharge action against him for misconduct under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14. Although the applicant disputes the details surrounding his acceptance of NJP for being absent without leave in June 1982 during a field training exercise with an Army National Guard unit, there is no evidence of record corroborating his contention. c. Army Regulation 635-200,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017259
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. However, despite the absence of his exact dates of service in Korea, given his last unit of assignment and the photographs he submitted, it is reasonable to presume he completed at least 30 days of foreign service in Korea which would qualify him for award of the Korea Defense Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017261
In view of the foregoing, on 3 September 2014 the Secretary of Defense directed the Service Discharge Review Boards 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 and who have been diagnosed with PTSD by a competent mental health professional representing a civilian...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017262
The applicant requests the military records of a deceased former service member (FSM), who was killed in action in 1969, be corrected to show her brother, Leonard Jr., as the FSM's son. 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 only document that could be corrected is the DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017263
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his date of birth as shown on his birth certificate. The applicant's military service records are not available for review. There are no available military documents showing that he used a date of birth different from what is shown on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017264
There is no evidence in the available records that shows he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. The applicant contends he went on leave to resolve family problems. There is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same age who successfully completed their terms of military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017265
The applicant requests, in effect, that his undesirable discharge (UD) be upgraded and that his records be corrected to show he had only 1 1/2 days of lost time due to being absent without leave (AWOL). He was issued an honorable discharge for this period of service showing he completed 5 months and 26 days of active service. The applicants contention that the Board cannot rely on the presumption of regularity in his case also appears to lack merit because the applicant has submitted no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017266
The applicant states, in effect: * the FSM was wounded in his left knee by shrapnel during an ambush while serving in Vietnam * the ambush occurred outside Landing Zone (LZ) West near Hiep Duc, Vietnam * the FSM was serving in Company A, 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 196th Infantry Brigade, 23rd Infantry Division * the day he was wounded was very chaotic; he was told by a medic he would be receiving a Purple Heart for his wound * the medic never submitted the FSM for the Purple...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017268
The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 11 May 1972 be corrected to show that the last three digits of his service number are 879 and a second award of the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017269
p. She should never have been charged with a crime. 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. There is no evidence showing she applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgraded of her discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017270
The applicant requests, through his Member of Congress, correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) as follows: * Item 9c (Authority and Reason) to reflect the authority and reason for his separation * Item 9e (Character of Service) from under other than honorable conditions discharge * Item 26 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations, and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) to show letters of recommendation from the company commander, boot camp at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017271
On 2 February 1999, the applicant's company commander notified him that she was recommending that the applicant be separated from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11 due to his lack of motivation and diagnosis of adjustment disorder. It states that the SPD code JGA is the appropriate code to assign to Soldiers separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11, by reason of entry level performance and conduct. Army Regulation 635-200...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017272
The applicant's record does not contain evidence he was awarded the CIB. His infantry MOS and assignment to an infantry unit during his service in Vietnam are not in question; however, his record is void of documentation that substantiates his engagement in active ground combat while serving in Vietnam. ___________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 | 20140017278
There is no available evidence that indicates the FSM's death resulted from hostile actions perpetrated by an enemy of the United States. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded to any member who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the armed services, has been wounded or killed or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded: a. in any action against an enemy of the United States; b. in any action with an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017283
The applicant states his award of the ARCOM should be recorded as the ARCOM with V Device based on the supporting statement from the brigade commander who "downgraded" it. On 22 September 2004, the applicant's company commander (CO) submitted a DA Form 638 to the battalion commander recommending the applicant for award of the ARCOM with V Device for his actions on 18 September 2004. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017291
Transferring of GI Bill benefits is only allowed while serving on active duty, but he did not receive notification of his eligibility for GI Bill benefits until after being discharged and did not have the opportunity to transfer his benefits. The evidence indicates the applicant was not authorized to transfer his Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, in part, because he did not have at least 6 years of service in the Armed Forces. Additionally, he provided no evidence showing he was eligible to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017295
Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Overseas Service Ribbon was established by the Secretary of the Army on 10 April 1981. The document states, "Question: How long do I have to serve in Iraq or Afghanistan to be awarded the Overseas Service Ribbon? Provided is a clarification statement the proponent to Army Regulation 614-30 has provided our office: Soldiers who serve a minimum of 11 cumulative months or 9 continuous months in Iraq in a temporary change of station/tour of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017300
The applicant requests an adjustment of his Federal Recognition order for promotion to chief warrant officer three (CW3) from 19 August 2014 to 18 July 2014. Officials at the NGB opined, in effect, that the delay in the applicants Federal Recognition was due to a change in the law that required warrant officers (WO's) to be approved at a higher level and it took a period of time to refine the process; however, the delay was not the result of an error or injustice specifically related to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017303
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 foreign service, all awards, and his correct military occupational specialty (MOS). The evidence provided by DFAS shows the applicant was deployed to Kuwait during the period 14 February 2003 through 20 May 2003, a period of 3 months and 6 days.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017306
Today, he is a mature man, a licensed registered nurse, and a graduate from nursing school with a passion to care for the critically ill and dying patients in the ICU, but he is struggling and unable to do so because of the implications of his discharge and his RE Code. The applicant provides: * General Court-Martial Order Number 45, dated 15 October 2008 * General Court-Martial Order Number 121, dated 23 July 2009 * Petition for Grant of Review in the U.S. Court of Appeal of the Armed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017310
c. Criterion C, avoidance: Persistent effortful avoidance of distressing trauma-related stimuli after the event: (one required) (1) Trauma-related thoughts or feelings. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017311
The applicant, the former spouse of a former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's records to show he enrolled in the Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) and changed his election from spouse to former spouse so that she may be entitled to an annuity. She provides: * Applicant's self-authored statement * Divorce Decree * State of Ohio Certificate of Death * Memorandum, Subject: Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-year letter),...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017312
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 and who have been diagnosed with PTSD by a competent mental health professional representing a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017316
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) discharge to a general discharge (GD). The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. On 31 December 1969, he received an UOTHC discharge under the authority of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017317
The applicant requests, in effect, that her military records be corrected to show her current name. The applicant states, in effect, that she desires correction of her military records to reflect her current married name. Her name was legally changed when she married just prior to her discharge from the Army National Guard; however, there is no evidence to show that she submitted a request for a legal name change of her military records after her fourth marriage.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017318
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) and all other records to show his first and middle names as "R-----N A-I" instead of "D----E B-----D." 2. 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 evidence of record shows that upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017319
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of: * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) * Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) 2. The applicant contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award of the NDSM and VSM. The available evidence shows that the applicant served as a member of a unit that fulfilled direct or indirect support functions related to the Vietnam conflict from 7 February to 21...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017322
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. In his request for discharge, he acknowledged he understood if the discharge request were approved, he might be discharged under other than honorable conditions and be furnished an Under Other Than Honorable Conditions Discharge Certificate. There is no evidence 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 | 20140017323
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 X1X-X0-8XXX vice X3X-XX-9XXX. His record contains a: * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History), dated 6 December 1966, which shows his SSN as X1X-X0-8XXX * DA Form 3027 (U.S. Army Request for National Agency Check), dated 2 February 1967, which shows his SSN as X1X-X0-8XXX? Item 3 (SSN) of his DD Form 214 shows his SSN as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017324
On 11 July 2002, for pain in his right foot for the past 7 days. He and the applicant were advised by the applicant's home unit that the applicant was going to be medically discharged. His record is void of the complete facts and circumstances surrounding his discharge; however, the available evidence shows while on active duty for BCT he sustained a bilateral metatarsal stress fracture during a road march and received medical treatment.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017325
A review of the FSM's available military service records failed to show any evidence that he was found to have any unfitting medical condition(s). There is no evidence of record that shows the FSM was diagnosed with any unfitting medical condition(s) during the period of service under review. The evidence of record shows that less than 6 months after he enlisted in the Army the FSM committed offenses for which he was convicted by a general court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017327
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 9 July 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140017327 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states, in effect, that he contracted to serve in the United States Army Reserve (USAR) for a period of 3 years in return for a $20,000 SRIP bonus incentive in military specialty 24A. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing that the applicant has been granted an exception to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017328
When he elected to transfer the Post-9/11 GI Bill to his eligible dependents, he was assigned a service obligation date of 7 September 2011; however, he retired on 31 December 2010, which was prior to fulfilling the entire obligation. e. The Post-9/11 GI Bill is still his to use; however, his dependents are not eligible to use the benefits since the service obligation was not fulfilled. The evidence shows the applicant's request to transfer educational benefits to his dependents in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017331
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge to an honorable discharge (HD) or a general discharge (GD). Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. In the absence of evidence showing error or injustice in the separation authority's decision, there is an insufficient basis upon which to upgrade his discharge to an HD or a GD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017336
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge to honorable. Therefore, the applicant's record of service is insufficiently meritorious to warrant an honorable or a general discharge. As a result, clemency is not warranted in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017337
These orders cite Army Regulation 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions), paragraph 1-20, as the authority for this promotion. His DD Form 214 shows in: * item 4a (Grade, Rate or Rank), "CPL" * item 4b (Pay Grade), "E04" * item 12i (Effective Date of Pay Grade), "2006 09 01" * item 18 (Remarks), "Retired List Grade SGT" 6. The evidence of record shows the applicant was retired by reason of permanent disability on 31 August 2014.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017338
The applicant requests correction of the DA Form 632 (Enlisted Reserve Corps and Availability Questionnaire) to show the: * Army Good Conduct Medal * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar * Presidential Unit Citation awarded by France 2. The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017339
d. When he asked why his paperwork had been taken from him, he was told that his unit felt that he was a flight risk and that he would attempt to leave for Korea and use the paperwork to report for duty there while on leave. On 7 March 2003, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge for the good of the service in accordance with chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200 and directed the issuance of an under other than honorable conditions discharge. Discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017340
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The evidence of record shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for exemplary behavior, efficiency, and fidelity during the period 29 June 1967 to 16 July 1969 * adding to his DD Form 214 the: * Army Good Conduct Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017341
The applicant contends the FSM's WD AGO Form 53-55 should be corrected to show the Ranger Tab and one overseas service bar, because the FSM served with the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional) and the 475th Infantry Regiment (Merrill's Marauders), the FSM was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge, and the FSM completed 8 months and 2 days of foreign service. The evidence of record shows the FSM was assigned to both the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional) and the 475th Infantry Regiment. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017345
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017346
The applicant requests removal of two DA Forms 4187 (Personnel Action), dated 6 April 2012 and 9 April 2012, from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). A DA Form 4187, dated 19 August 2013, shows an erroneous duty status was recorded on the applicant's DA Form 4187, dated 6 April 2012. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by removing the DA Forms 4187, dated 6 April 2012, 9 April 2012, and 19 August 2013...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017347
The applicant requests that his undesirable discharge be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge. A condition of submitting such a request is that the individual concerned must admit guilt to the charges against him or her or of a lesser-included offense which authorizes the imposition of a bad conduct or dishonorable discharge and he or she must indicate he or she has been briefed and understands the consequences of such a request as well as the discharge he or she might receive. When...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017349
Orders 053-402, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Training Center, Fort Dix, on 22 February 1983, ordering his discharge from the Army effective 22 February 1983. c. A DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged on 22 February 1983 under the under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service - in lieu of court-martial, with a character of service of under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017350
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his Certification of Military Service to show his rank as "first sergeant" instead of "sergeant." There is no available evidence and he provided none showing he was promoted to first sergeant prior to his discharge on 4 December 1945.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017353
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests that her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show: * That she enlisted in the pay grade of E-3 based on 60 college credit hours * That she was promoted to the pay grade of E-7 based on 120 college credit hours from 1990 to 1994 * Credit for 14 additional active duty days based on her extended basic training * Credit for all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140017354
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provided evidence from the State of Georgia that shows his year of birth is 1945. Although the applicant states that the year of birth 1946 as shown on his DD Form 214 is wrong, that is the only year of birth recorded throughout his military personnel record.