ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018551
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of item 6 (Reserve Obligation Termination Date) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 September 2014 to show "20151118" instead of "00000000." The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * Enlisted Record Brief CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. _______ _ __X_____ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018561
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 the cases and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file. The applicant was convicted by a general court-martial and was sentenced to a BCD. His discharge was affirmed and he was discharged accordingly on 27 November 2001.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018564
On 6 December 1982, applicant's company commander initiated action to separate the applicant under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separations), paragraph 7-17, for fraudulent entry, because of the applicant's failure to reveal his civil conviction. Army Regulation 635-200, in effect at the time, set forth the basic authority for separation of enlisted personnel. There is also no evidence and he provided none showing he was medically unfit (in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018568
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to award him the VSM or the AFEM. _______ _ 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 | 20140018569
The applicant states his records do not show the correct spelling of his last name, his assignment to a headquarters while in the RVN, or his training as a diesel mechanic and a projectionist. His DD Form 214, as subsequently corrected by DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214), shows: * His last name spelled with two "Ls" * His training in code of conduct, military justice, and as a light vehicle driver 6. The evidence of record shows that a DD Form 215 was issued to correct the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018571
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he was placed on the Retired List in the rank of first sergeant (1SG)/pay grade E-8; not master sergeant (MSG)/E-8 as indicated in his retirement orders. The applicant provides copies of his DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record, three certificates, military occupational specialty (MOS) orders, award of the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), retirement orders, DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018572
The applicant provides copies of: * memorandum from the California Army National Guard (CAARNG), dated 25 July 2014 * CAARNG Orders 287-1041, dated 16 October 2014 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. d. On 22 May 2014, the applicant received a favorable response from the CAARNG IG concerning her selection for promotion to SFC within the 2012 EPS Cycle. On 19 February 2015, CAARNG Order 50-1049, revoked CAARNG Orders 287-1041. k. Personnel Policy Memorandum (PPOM) number 06-61, dated 12 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018573
If the Soldier does not meet all the criteria follow instructions in Section 3 for requesting an exception to policy (ETP)" (1) Section 1 (OAB Eligibility Requirements) shows the applicant('s): * AOC was on the SRIP list effective at the time of application * OAB Written agreement was signed by Soldier, Service Representative, and witnessing Officer on the same day * Direct Commissions would complete the bonus agreement prior to the dated of the DA Form 71(Oath of Office Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018578
The applicant requests his undesirable discharge (UD) be upgraded to an honorable discharge (HD) or a medical discharge under honorable conditions. On 24 November 1980, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's request to upgrade his discharge and did not deem it appropriate to change his narrative reason for discharge. ___________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018580
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 16 June 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140018580 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12b, for misconduct. Army Regulation 635-200 states individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge prior to discharge or release from active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018581
The applicant requests correction of his military records by upgrading his undesirable discharge to honorable due to his having a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). At about the 4th week of training, three drill sergeants came into the barracks. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018583
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM) is awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in Korea and adjacent waters between 25 June 1950 and 27 July 1953. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the PH for wounds he received in action on 5 February 1953;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018593
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 15 September 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140018593 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) he was issued shows he completed 1 year, 8 months, and 20 days of active service during this period. c. The evidence of record shows the applicant's case was referred to a general court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018596
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was medically discharged with a reason for separation of "medical issue". On 10 June 2011, the applicant was discharged under Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 13 for unsatisfactory performance with a general discharge. The applicant has not provided any evidence that at the time of separation he was unfit for duty due to a medical condition.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018598
The applicant requests retroactive payment of Board Certification Pay (BCP) from 1 January 2009 to 30 September 2014. The applicant states his board certification does not have an expiration date and he was entitled to payment without interruption. _______ _ _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 | 20140018603
The DA Form 199 (Informal PEB Proceedings) considered him unfit for continued military service and determined a disability rating of 20% and compensation with severance pay. f. Due to no fault of his own and as a wounded veteran medically separated from active duty service, he requests a change to his DD Form 214 NARRATIVE REASON FOR SEPARATION to accurately reflect this medical separation/discharge with severance pay. The applicant provides copies of * DD Form 2808, dated 31 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018605
On 23 November 1992, the applicant's commander notified him that he was recommending him for separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14 (Separation for Misconduct), paragraph 14-12b, based on a pattern of misconduct. c. The applicant also acknowledged he understood that if he received a discharge/character of service that is less than honorable conditions he may apply to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) or ABCMR...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018606
The applicant requests, in effect, termination of recoupment of his non-prior service enlistment bonus (NPSEB) and payment of the second half of his NPSEB. He completed Annex E to DD Form 4 (NPSEB Addendum Army National Guard of the United States) wherein he indicated: * he was non-prior service * he enlisted in the 863rd Military Police (MP) Company * training in the critical skill/MOS of 25U * NPSEB of $20,000 less taxes (50/50 payment) * first payment (50 percent) paid upon completion...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018609
* there are orders showing he was reassigned from Korea to the U.S. Army Transfer Point at Oakland Army Base, reporting not later than 11 October 1986 * his DD Form 214 shows his date of release from active duty as 9 October 1986 * item 12f shows his foreign service as being 1 year and 28 days * using his release date and the length of his foreign service, it appears he served in Korea from on or about 12 September 1985 to on or about 9 October 1986 2. The evidence clearly shows he served...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018611
He was issued an RE code of "3" with a separation code of "JFL" when he was separated, which precludes him from reentering military service. It shows the SPD code of "JFL" is the appropriate code to assign Soldiers separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40, paragraph 4-24b(3), based on separation for physical disability with severance pay. The evidence of record shows the applicant was found physically unfit for continued military service based on a disability that was rated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018613
The applicant states the state dismissed the charges of driving under the influence (DUI). Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR)), states the ABCMR begins its consideration of each case with the presumption of administrative regularity. In order to justify correction of a military record the applicant must show to the satisfaction of the Board, or it must otherwise satisfactorily appear, that the record is in error or unjust.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018616
The applicant requests: * correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show 3 additional bronze service stars for wear on his already-awarded Korean Service Medal * award of the Army Good Conduct Medal 2. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) based on completion of a qualifying period of Federal military service and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018622
Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) based on completion of a qualifying period of Federal military service and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show this unit award. 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 the period 18 March 1971 through 13...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018624
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. He accepted nonjudicial punishment (NJP) under the provisions of Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) on: a. There is no evidence and he has not provided evidence to show his reductions in rank occurred as a result of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018630
The examiner and the reviewer, a clinical psychologist, agreed on a diagnosis of adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood. The mental health evaluation dated 24 February 2012 relates that the applicant reported a diagnosis of anxiety and depression about 3 years ago when he was in the military. SPD code "JFV" is the correct code for RA Soldiers discharged service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-17.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018631
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the correct place that he entered into active duty and that he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. A DD Form 1966 (Record of Military Processing Armed Forces of the United States), prepared and certified by the applicant and military recruiter on 23 March 2002, in pertinent part, shows the applicant's (then) current address and home of record were recorded as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018633
The applicant states Permanent Order (PO) 129-01 revoked PO 024-001 [awarding him the Meritorious Service Medal] as his chain of command requested the Meritorious Service Medal be upgraded to a Legion of Merit for his retirement award. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record confirms PO awarded the applicant the Legion of Merit and the Meritorious Service Medal (6th Award) while his DD Form 214 only shows the Meritorious Service Medal (5th Award). As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018636
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show the "Korea Campaign Medal." The applicant states he served in Korea for 17 months and his service records unit assignments should reflect his time in Korea during war time. Because the applicant was awarded a silver service star with his Korean Service Medal, it is reasonable to presume he met the criteria for this award and should have his DD Form 214 corrected to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018652
He elected SBP coverage for spouse based on the full gross pay. In connection with his disability retirement, at a combined rating of 50 percent, the applicant completed a DD Form 2656 and elected participation in the SBP program for spouse coverage based on the full amount. The applicant retired on 27 August 2009.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018656
On 30 April 1981, the applicant was discharged accordingly under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. On 24 March 1993, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge. An UOTHC discharge would normally be furnished to an individual who was discharged for the good of the service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018662
He states, in effect, that the Board should not have denied his previous request on the basis that his unit did not have the word "infantry" in its title or that he failed to provide evidence that he was in direct combat with the enemy while in Vietnam. f. The 765th Security Platoon was the only such unit in Vietnam. He has not provided evidence showing that this Soldier was awarded the CIB for his service with the platoon.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018670
On 22 November 1983, court-martial charges were preferred against the applicant for one specification of missing movement and one specification of disobeying a lawful order to draw his weapon (for movement). The DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) the applicant was issued shows he was discharged for the good of the service - in lieu of trial by court-martial with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. Although an honorable or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018673
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he had 9 months versus 13 months of lost time due to being in confinement. The applicant submitted his request to the Board for Correction of Naval Records and that agency forwarded his application to this Board. The applicant's military records do not show that he was confined for 13 months.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018684
The applicant placed her initials at the highlighted areas on the addendum acknowledging her contract included the following conditions: a. she was duty MOS qualified for the position and held the rank and grade commensurate with the vacancy she was reenlisting for; b. she was not reenlisting or extending for an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) tour or for a technician position; c. she was not serving in an AGR position; d. she would serve satisfactorily for the entire period of her enlistment to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018686
The applicant requests correction of his military records by removing from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) the DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Report (OER)), for the rated period 28 March 2011 through 15 August 2011, and replacing it with a corrected OER for the same rated period. The applicant contends his military records should be corrected by removing from his OMPF the OER for the rated period 28 March 2011 through 15 August 2011 and replacing it with a corrected OER for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018687
The applicant truly believes that, after his acceptance of appointment to the rank/pay grade of chief warrant officer two (CW2)/W-2 and the pattern of his speedy advancement to the rank/pay grade of CW4/W-4, had he been retained on active duty as an RA officer in the rank/pay grade of MAJ/O-4, he would have advanced to at least the rank/pay grade of LTC/O-5 in a relatively short time and been able to retire in that grade. The applicant's requests for correction of his record to show that he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018690
DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: According to the applicable regulation, he is authorized the Basic Aviation Badge based on successful completion of AIT and award of MOS 93D. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Basic Aviation Badge; and b. adding the Basic Aviation Badge to his DD Form 214 for the period ending 5 May 1997. _______ _ x_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018698
He was awarded the EAME Campaign Medal and his WD AGO Form 53-55 shows he participated in three campaigns during his service in World War II (Rome-Arno, Rhineland, and Central Europe). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the BSM based on award of the CIB; b. amending his WD AGO Form 53-55 by deleting the EAME Campaign Medal and adding the following awards: * Bronze Star Medal *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018700
The applicant states his DD Form 214 contains an error in his SSN. It stated the DD Form 214 would be prepared for all personnel at the time of their retirement, discharge, or release from active duty. Therefore, the evidence of record is sufficient to warrant correction of item 3 on his DD Form 214 to list his SSN as "X22-XX-XXXX" as shown on these documents.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018705
His personnel and medical records show two SSN's and he needs all his records to be corrected to show the SSN listed on his DD Form 214. The applicant provides a DA Form 4187 (Personnel Action), showing his request to change his SSN from XXX-XX-4960 to SSN XXX-XX-1631 was approved on 20 March 1978. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018712
He was 20 years and 6 months of age at the time. d. The applicant was 18 years of age at the time of his first enlistment and 20 years of age at the time of his reenlistment. He was 21 years of age when he was convicted by a court-martial the first time and 23 years of age when he was convicted by a court-martial the second time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018715
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, stated 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. There is no available evidence showing he is authorized any awards for his period of service in Germany. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018719
The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * DA Form 1270 (Transfer or Release to Reserve Component of the Army) * Letter orders from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) * Email to the National Archives * Criteria for award of the Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and Korea Defense Service Medal CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Qualifying service for this award includes participation in Korea from 1 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018729
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. After a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no change to the applicant's disability and retirement determination. The SRP determined that based on the record in evidence there was insufficient reasonable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018730
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 considered that the preponderance of evidence in the service treatment record did not support a diagnosis of PTSD. The SRP next addressed the application of VASRD section 4.129 in its recommendations, noting that VASRD section 4.129 does not specify a diagnosis of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018732
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The applicant states, in effect, the case file should be reviewed in accordance with the Secretary of Defense directive for a comprehensive review of members who were referred for a disability evaluation between 11 September 2001 and 30 April 2012, and whose MH diagnosis was changed during that process. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicant's...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018733
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The evidence of the available records showed the diagnosis of anxiety disorder, not otherwise specified (NOS) and adjustment disorders were rendered during processing through the IDES. The SRP noted the diagnosis of anxiety disorder, NOS was not recorded in the Medical Evaluation Board and not adjudicated by the Physical Evaluation Board (PEB).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018734
CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. 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. After a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no change to the applicant's disability and retirement determination.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018740
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Combat Infantryman Badge and two awards of the Bronze Star Medal. d. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence to add the Combat Infantryman Badge to his DD Form 214 or establish his eligibility for this badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140018746
The applicant requests, in effect, the following: * correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he served in Vietnam from "1 November 1969 through 30 June 1971" instead of "2 December 1969 through 9 November 1970" * correction of item 38 (Record of Assignments) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) by removing the entry, "MOS [military occupational specialty] 91B (medical specialist)" * award of: * three bronze service...