ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019286
The applicant requests correction of his record to show he transferred his education benefit to his daughter under the Transfer of Educational Benefits (TEB) provision of the Post 9-11 GI Bill. The applicant was eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability program prior to retirement. The applicant was an active member or the USAR when the TEB transfer program came into existence and for about 2 years thereafter.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019288
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; for first award only, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; 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. The applicant requests his DD Form 214 be corrected to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019290
There is no evidence in the available records showing he was awarded the AGCM nor is there a commander's AGCM disqualification statement in his record. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 27 March 1970 through 27 February 1973 and a second award for the period 11 October 1973 through 10 October 1976. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019291
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The evidence of record shows the applicants year of birth was recorded on various documents as being 1960. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing in Item 5 of her DD Form 214 the same date of birth as shown on her DA Form 2A.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019295
The applicant, the former spouse of a retired former service member (FSM), requests the correction of the FSM's records to show he elected Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage for former spouse. Title 10, U.S. Code, section 1450(f)(3)(A) permits a former spouse to make a written request that an SBP election of former spouse coverage be deemed to have been made when the former spouse is awarded the SBP annuity incident to a proceeding of divorce. The evidence of record confirms the FSM...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019296
The applicant requests 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. 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; for first award only, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; and, for the first...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019298
Under the terms of the applicants ROTC scholarship contract agreement, if he failed a course of instruction, he would be required to be disenrolled from the program. Under the terms of the applicants ROTC scholarship contract agreement, if he became disenrolled from the ROTC program for breach of contractual terms, he would agree to serve on enlisted active duty for a length of period based upon the year in which the breach occurred. The Army is receiving the same military service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019299
Court-martial charges were preferred against him on 23 October 1995 for absenting himself from his unit on or about 19 September 1995 and for remaining absent as of the date the charges were preferred. Based on his record of indiscipline, including a violation of the UCMJ that resulted in court-martial charges, and in view of the fact that he voluntarily requested discharge to avoid a trial by court-martial that could have resulted in a punitive discharge, his service clearly did not meet...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019302
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) by amending the date of his release from active duty from 5 January 1968 to 5 January 1969. He was on active duty for 2 years, as reflected both in his records and on his DD Form 214. The applicant requests item 11d of his DD Form 214 be corrected to show his release from active duty date as 5 January 1969.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019308
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests the Korean Service Medal (determined to mean the Korea Defense Service Medal) be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 30 April 1997. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * a news release dated 9 February 2004 from the Department of Defense (DOD) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019311
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). It states, in pertinent part, that the SPD code of LBK is the appropriate code to assign to Soldiers involuntarily separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 4, upon completion of required active service. By regulation, SPD code LBK and RE code 3 are the proper codes to assign members involuntarily separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 4, by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019318
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 1 October 1968 to show his social security number (SSN) as "XXX-XX-X12X" instead of "XXX-XX-X21X." He was issued a DD Form 214 for this period of service that shows his SSN as "XXX-XX-X12X." The applicant's record contains a DD Form 214 for the period ending 30 January 1967 and a promotion order showing his SSN as "XXX-XX-X12X," as it is shown on...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019326
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a mental health condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of the applicant's MH condition during processing through the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019329
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Therefore, he meets the criteria for award of the Korea Defense Service Medal and is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019337
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 for changes in diagnosis of the applicant's MH condition during processing through the Disability Evaluation System (DES). The SRP also noted that the applicant's Service medical records showed that a diagnosis of PTSD was never...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019338
In accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation (Active and Reserve Components Enlistment Program), paragraph 2-18a(9), successful completion of a degree-producing college program of 4 years duration and the college or universality is listed in the Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education (AIPE) and has been awarded a bachelor degree or higher may enlist at any time at pay grade specialist. The applicant should be promoted to pay grade E-4 effective the date he enlisted onto active duty...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019340
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 the diagnosis of the applicant's MH condition during processing through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). The SRP agreed that the Physical Evaluation Board adjudication of not unfitting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019341
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 | 20140019343
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Purple Heart. A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any orders or other evidence that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart. (3) Thus, these three statements (that do not show any evidence of being eyewitness statements) provide insufficient evidence to support a claim to the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019345
The regulation governing award of the Vietnam Service Medal to members serving in Thailand during the period of eligibility states servicemembers serving in direct support of operations in Vietnam are also eligible for this award. The applicant does not provide any evidence of his direct support such as entering the designated geographic area of Vietnam or its territorial waters or airspace. This simply means he has not provided sufficient evidence to support his request for the Vietnam...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019346
The applicant's military records are not available to the ABCMR for review. Regrettably, in the absence of medical records supporting his contention, there is insufficient evidence to correct his records to show two awards of the Purple Heart in this case. His request for the ABCMR to review his unit's and medical records is noted; however, the ABCMR is not an investigative body and the burden of proof remains with the applicant.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019354
The applicant states that at the time of his separation processing he was not counseled on the procedures for obtaining post-service medical treatment at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for injuries that occurred during the period of his active duty. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 1 August 2002 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), chapter 10, for the good of the service in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019360
The applicant requests the following: * an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge * removal of his court-martial conviction * a personal appearance before the Board 2. On 16 May 1970, the applicant's unit commander advised the applicant he was initiating action to discharge the applicant under the provisions of AR 635-212, by reason of unsuitability, with an undesirable or general discharge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019367
He was discharged due to a pattern of misconduct on 24 May 1996 with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019370
The available records do not show the FSM made an election to change his RCSBP election from spouse to former spouse within 1 year after their divorce or that the former spouse requested a deemed election former spouse coverage within that same period of time. The only means by which the divorced spouse can become an SBP beneficiary is if former spouse coverage is elected by the service member or a deemed election is made on the basis of a court order. Title 10, U.S. Code, Chapter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019372
The applicant requests correction of item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) 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-XX0X" vice "XXX-XX-XX5X." His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) identifies him by his service number; his SSN does not appear on this form. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019377
BOARD DATE: 16 July 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140019377 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests a change of the reentry eligibility (RE) code on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) from "RE-4" to an RE code that will allow him to reenter military service. The evidence of record shows the applicant was found physically unfit for continued military service based on a combined disability rating of 30% that included, in pertinent...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019383
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides: * DA Form 199 (Informal Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Proceedings) * Integrated Disability Evaluation System (DES) Narrative Summary * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. However, the evidence of record confirms his RE code was assigned based on his retirement under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40, chapter 4.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019385
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. This pamphlet shows the 452nd Supply Company was cited for award of the Meritorious Unit Commendation, for the period 16 September 1968 through 31 March 1969 by DAGO Number 50, dated 1971. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019390
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 | 20140019394
Except for the DD Form 398 and his DD Form 214 where the third digit is an obvious typographical error (being shown as a 5 rather than a 6) the applicants SSN does appear in his military record. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by issuing a DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214) changing the SSN thereon to that shown on his Social Security card. _______ _ X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019398
His DA Form 20 shows * advancement to specialist four on 6 July 1970 * service in Vietnam from 12 March 1970 through 12 February 1971 * Vietnam service with Company D and E, 1st Battalion, 52nd Infantry Regiment, 198th Infantry Brigade * conduct and efficiency ratings of "excellent" * service during two campaign periods * award of the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960), and the Sharpshooter...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019400
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests the FSM's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) be reissued to show the following awards: * Presidential Unit Citation (awarded by the U.S. Navy) * Presidential Unit Citation * Meritorious Unit Commendation * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * three bronze service stars for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019401
The applicant requests, in effect, that his under other than honorable conditions discharge be upgraded. His record contains a Fort Riley (FR) Form 1806 (Training Progress Notes), completed on 7 June 1982 by the applicant's team commander, which essentially states: * the team commander was recommending the applicant for elimination under the provisions of chapter 14 (Separation for Misconduct), Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel) due to frequent acts of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019402
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 | 20140019403
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows he was inducted on 3 October 1968. The evidence of record shows the applicant correctly recorded his last name as "C-rr----" on a DD Form 398 while processing for induction into the U.S. Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019404
It states the DD Form 214 is a synopsis of the Soldiers most recent period of continuous active service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by issuing a DD Form 215 (Correction to DD Form 214) to show the SSN as it is shown on his social security card. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140019404 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019406
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show his social security number (SSN) as it appears on his social security card. The TIN was to be entered in pencil on enlistment/induction records in those items reserved for recording the SSN at the time of pre-enlistment or pre-induction processing. 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 | 20140019409
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. Item 3 (SSN) of his DD Form 214 for listed his SSN as "x89-xx-xxxx." The applicant's completed a DD Form 398 listing his SSN as "x98-xx-xxxx."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019410
The applicant states that while he was being processed for medical separation he was not informed about the transfer of education benefits (TEB) program. Evidence shows that the applicant was eligible to transfer his educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability program prior to his retirement. The evidence of record shows he had been informed by a document signed on 5 September 2008 of his eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019413
The applicant provides: * a memorandum, dated 8 July 2010, from HRC, subject: Notification of Eligibility for Retired Pay at Age 60 (20-year Letter) * emails, dated 5-20 May 2011, concerning his assignment to the 224th MP Company, Phoenix, AZ * a memorandum for record (MFR), dated 15 October 2011, from Division West, Building, McGregor Range, Fort Bliss, TX * two DA Forms 4856 (Developmental Counseling Form), dated 10 November 2011 * a DA Form 4651 (Request for Reserve Component Assignment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019414
His unit in Vietnam was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation during his period of assignment in Vietnam. The applicant served in Vietnam during a qualifying period; therefore, his DD Form 24 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: a. awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 23 August 1966 through 29 June 1969 and b. adding the following...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019415
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show in: * item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) his SSN as "5XX-6X-9XXX" instead of "9XX-00-2XXX" * item 11d (Effective Date) the separation date of "23 March 1972" instead of "23 March 1973" 2. As a result, upon his discharge, his TIN was recorded in item 3 of his DD Form 214 as "9XX-00-2XXX"; however, his SSN was not recorded on the DD Form 214. Based on the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019417
The applicant, the former spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests in effect correction of her former husband's record to show he elected Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage for former spouse, and payment of the SBP annuity based on his death. On 25 March 1987, the FSM and applicant were divorced. Public Law 99-661, dated 14 November 1986, permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the member's agreement) in those cases where the retiree had elected spouse...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019419
On 6 May 1996, his commander notified him that he was initiating action to discharge him under the provisions of paragraph 14-12b of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) for his pattern of misconduct. On 24 May 1996, the applicant was discharged under the provisions of paragraph 14-12b of Army Regulation 635-200 due to misconduct with a general discharge under honorable conditions. The 24 counseling statements and three occasions of NJP support the reason for his discharge due...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019420
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 | 20140019421
Special Court-Martial Order Number 28, dated 11 February 1983, issued by the U.S. Army Training Center and Fort Dix, shows the applicant's conviction and sentence were affirmed and the convening authority ordered his bad conduct discharge executed. There is no evidence he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. His conviction, confinement, and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019423
The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge and correction of his records to show all authorized awards. The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 15 June 1990 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, based on commission of a serious offense, with service characterized as under honorable conditions (general). A review of the U.S. Army Human Resources Command, Awards and Decorations Branch, "Approved Unit Awards" listing shows the 5th...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019424
His record is void of evidence showing that he requested an upgrade of his discharge from the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140019425
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...