ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001981
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Bronze Star Medal with "V" Device (2nd Award) and Air Medal. This pamphlet shows the: * 97th Transportation Company was awarded the Meritorious Unit Commendation for the period 6 December 1967 to 30 June 1968 by Department of the Army General Orders Number 11, dated 1973 * 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry, was awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001982
The applicant states the SSN shown on his DD Form 214 is incorrect; the last two digits are reversed. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction), dated 8 February 1968, shows his SSN with the last two digits as 43. It would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as it is shown on his DD Form 47.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001986
The applicant provides a Department of Defense (DOD) Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB) document, dated 14 September 2009, which shows he listed his wife and two dependents under the Educational Benefit Program and this request was approved. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct his military records to show he elected to transfer educational benefits to his eligible family members under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision prior to his retirement date on 31 July 2012. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001988
The applicant requests payment of the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity based on the death of her husband, a former service member (FSM). Public Law 95-397, enacted 30 September 1978, provided a way for Reserve Component members who qualified for Reserve retirement, but were not yet age 60 and eligible to participate in the SBP, to provide an annuity for their survivors should they die before reaching age 60. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001989
The applicant requests removal of a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) for award of the Joint Service Achievement Medal and an Army Reserve Component Overseas Training Ribbon consideration memorandum from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR). He provided copies of the following documents in support of his application: * memorandum from the 1st Schools Battalion, 7th Warrior Training Brigade, dated 6 August 2012, subject: Army Reserve Components Overseas Training Ribbon,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001993
There is no evidence indicating he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge. c. Paragraph 3-7b states a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions. Based on this record of indiscipline 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 overall record of service did not support the issuance of an honorable or general discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002005
The Fort Lewis medical review board took 2 years and his physical evaluation board (PEB) proceedings were terminated on 3 January 2014. The applicant provides: * Memorandum, subject: Administrative Termination of PEB Proceedings * Orders 13-291-00003 (Retired Reserve) * Orders 13-291-00002 (reduction to master sergeant (MSG)) * Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rating decision * DA Form 3947 (Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) Proceedings) * VA Form 21-0819 (VA/Department of Defense (DOD)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002008
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. On 30 January 2009, a physical evaluation board (PEB) considered his unfitting condition of Neurosarcoidosis and recommended his permanent retirement at the rate of 100 percent. The policy states, in part, that those who retire on or before...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002011
The applicant states he signed a DA Form 4836 (Oath of Extension of Enlistment or Reenlistment) on 18 July 2011 to extend his enlistment in the Army National Guard (ARNG). The evidence of record confirms that when the applicant extended his enlistment in the MSARNG on 18 July 2011 in MOS 31B and assignment to the 113th MP Company, his DA Form 4836 was not properly annotated to show he was extending for the SLRP in the amount of $50,000.00. It is evident that administrative errors were...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002012
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding the applicant the Bronze Star Medal based on award of the Combat Infantryman Badge * deleting from his WD AGO Form 53-55 the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal * adding to this WD AGO Form 53-55 the: * Bronze Star Medal * European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002013
The applicant states that following his request to retire in 2013 the AGDRB determined his service in the rank of CPT was not satisfactory. On 7 April 2011, during the investigation, CPT AC (Company Commander, B Company, 47th CSH), went to Military Police Investigators (MPI) and gave a sworn statement stating the applicant had shown him an inappropriate text message and that he witnessed the applicant make inappropriate comments. His record contains a GOMOR, dated 23 June 2011, which stated: a.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002022
Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations) sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel. Army Regulation 15-185 (Army Board for Correction of Military Records) prescribes the policies and procedures for correction of military records by the Secretary of the Army, acting through the ABCMR. _______ _ __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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002023
Subsequently, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) reviewed her case and retroactively granted her full relief on 30 June 2011 with benefits. 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. In this case, the applicants records were corrected to show she retired...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002024
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN), was assigned to Company D, 52nd Infantry Regiment, held military occupational specialty (MOS) 11B1O (Rifleman), and was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in * item 22 (MOS) * Primary MOS (PMOS) 76P2O, Stock Control Specialist, 23 April 1971 * Secondary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002025
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the: * Army Good Conduct Medal * Vietnam Campaign Medal * Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar * any unit awards 2. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: * Item 38 (Record of Assignments) he received "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his period of service, there is no evidence of a commander's disqualification for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002029
The evidence of record shows his unit was awarded the PUC; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this unit award. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the CIB and correct his DD Form 214 to show this badge. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 19 May 1969 through 14 October 1970 * deleting award of the VSM from his DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002034
The applicant provides a two-page statement explaining his application, copies of orders assigning him to the 3rd Armored Division, a verification of his tour in SWA, orders assigning him to Fort Sill, a hand receipt for issue of a PUC, DD Form 214, orders awarding him the ARCOM, a certificate of commendation, orders awarding him the AAM, a certificate awarding him another AAM (absent orders), and an awards chart indicating awards he has and awards he believes he is entitled to receive. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002036
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 his date of birth as 9 February vice 8 February. It states the purpose of the separation document is to provide the individual with documentary evidence of his or her military service at the time of release from active duty, retirement, or discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002037
On 31 January 1984, his immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, for misconduct due to his civilian conviction. His senior commander subsequently recommended approval of the discharge action with the issuance of an under other than honorable conditions discharge. On 24 February 1984, the separation authority approved his discharge for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002040
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge and the duration of his deployment in theater. Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award) * National Defense Service Medal * Army Service Ribbon * Overseas Service Ribbon * Expert...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002042
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show award of the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). The evidence of record shows he held an infantry MOS and was assigned to an infantry unit. 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 (2nd Award) for the period 12 October 1970 through 11 October 1973 and the Combat Infantryman...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002045
He was discharged without the use of his records. On 20 April 1981, the Army Discharge Review Board denied the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge. The applicant contends that his military records should be corrected by upgrading his undesirable discharge to honorable because he had more than 2 years of good service and he should have been given a hardship discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002046
Item 40 (Wounds) of the applicant's DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show he was wounded as a result of hostile action by enemy forces while he was in Vietnam. A review of the applicant's Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) does not contain any documents that show he was wounded as a result of hostile action by enemy forces. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002047
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of: * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) * All other awards he is authorized 2. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) was awarded to enlisted Soldiers who had completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. As a result, the Board recommends that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002054
The applicant provides: * Self-authored letter, dated 15 January 2014 * WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation-Honorable Discharge), dated 20 December 1945 * Letter to the President from an unknown individual, dated 26 December 2013 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Item 34 (Wounds Received in Action) on the WD AGO Form 53 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation-Honorable Discharge) shows "None." There is no evidence in the available records and the letter by the unknown...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002057
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he was separated on 2 August 1990 instead of 1 August 1990. The evidence of record shows he enlisted in the RA on 2 August 1988, was REFRAD (not discharged) on 1 August 1990, and enlisted in the CAARNG on 2 August 1990.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002058
On 7 August 2011, he served his first 3-year obligation as a chaplain in the ARNG. e. The applicant also received a $10,000.00 OAB. The CLRP and OAB payments he received were both for the same contractual period and the law clearly states a service member is not eligible to receive the CLRP and OAB simultaneously.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002062
The applicant requests award of the Army Good Conduct Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show this award. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal 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 recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002064
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 9 July 1980, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial with a UOTHC discharge. His service record is void of evidence which indicates he enlisted under the buddy system.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002068
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants 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 the applicant's prior determination should be modified to reflect a permanent rating of 50 percent rather than 30 percent upon removal from the Temporary Disability Retired List...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002072
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) by changing his date of birth from 1 November 1932 to 30 October 1932. A thorough review of every document contained in his available military personnel record, many of which bear his signature, shows that his date of birth consistently appears as 1 November 1932.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002073
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. 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. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002078
The applicant provides his DD Form 214 and: * Certificate showing award of the Army Commendation Medal * Certificate showing award of the Meritorious Service Medal * Certificate showing completion of the Fixed Plant Communications Equipment Maintenance Advanced NCO Course from 15 October 1973 to 21 January 1974 at Fort Monmouth * Special Orders (SO) Number 200 * DA Form 1059 (Service School Academic Evaluation Report) * Graduation with distinction commendation letter CONSIDERATION OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002079
On 18 December 1996, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for an upgrade of his discharge. Records show he was approximately 20 years of age at the time he was assigned to Vietnam, and the trauma he experienced during his tour of duty is not in question; however, there is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same age who served in Vietnam and went on to successfully complete their military service. Discharges under the provisions of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002080
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show award of the Basic Aviation Badge. There is no evidence which shows he met the qualifications for award of the Aircraft Crew Member Badge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002083
A DA Form 268 (Report for Suspension of Favorable Personnel Action), dated 21 March 1978, shows he was notified of his pending discharge under the provisions of chapter 14, Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Separations), for misconduct. His record is void of the complete facts and circumstances pertaining to his discharge; however, his records contain a DD Form 214 showing he was discharged in pay grade E-1 on 2 May 1978, under the provisions of Army Regulation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002090
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his Certificate of Retirement to add the year. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his Certificate of Retirement to show he retired on 1 May 1975.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002098
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. 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, United States Code, provides policy guidance for Service Discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002100
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his service in Afghanistan and any awards associated with this service and the Army Commendation Medal. On 18 April 2003, the applicant's company commander notified the applicant that he was initiating action to separate him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 14-12c, for a commission of a serious offense...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002106
The applicant requests the General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR), dated 9 September 2008, be removed from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as Official Military Personnel File). The applicant was informed that the GOMOR would be filed in the performance portion of his AMHRR as a permanent document. The evidence of record shows the GOMOR and allied documents were filed on the performance portion of the applicant's AMHRR.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002107
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Afghanistan Campaign Medal instead of the American Campaign Medal. Since he did not serve a period of qualifying service in the American Theater between 7 December 1941 and 2 March 1946, it would be appropriate to remove this medal from his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002109
The advisory official stated HRC conducted a review of the applicant's records and determined his current DOR of 29 August 2011 was correct; however, he may require a Special Selection Board (SSB). 29 August 2011 was the approval date of the Board and the earliest he could be promoted IAW Army Regulation 135-155 (Promotion of Commissioned Officers and Warrant Officers Other than General Officers), paragraph 4-21. c. The applicant is requesting that the 7 year maximum years of service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002110
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. On 31 July 1969, the applicant was discharged accordingly. His DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 with his service characterized as under conditions other than honorable.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002110
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. On 31 July 1969, the applicant was discharged accordingly. His DD Form 214 shows he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 with his service characterized as under conditions other than honorable.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002111
On 24 August 2009, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Army under the provisions of the U.S. Army Officer/Warrant Officer Enlistment Program for the purpose of attending Warrant Officer Flight Training. The DD Form 214 that he was issued at the time shows he was honorably discharged and assigned an RE code of "1." On 5 November 2010, doctors from the United States Army Aeromedical Center (USAAMC) medically disqualified him from flight status and further aviation service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002112
The applicant requests removal of a DA Form 67-9 (Officer Evaluation Report (OER)) covering the period 27 August 1999 through 26 August 2000 from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (formerly known as the Official Military Personnel File (OMPF)). The contested OER is a 12-month annual OER covering the period 27 August 1999 through 26 August 2000 for duties as a tactical intelligence officer for the 256th Military Intelligence Company, in Lafayette, LA. Army Regulation 623-3...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002114
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show his new social security number (SSN). The applicant provides copies of: * A DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty), effective 31 March 1977 * A National Guard Bureau (NGB) Form 22 (Report of Separation and Record of Service) effective 1 July 1982 * An NGB Form 23 (Retirement Credits Record), for the period 2 July 1976 to 1 July 1982 * A Massachusetts Identification Card issued 31 December 2013 * A letter from the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002115
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The regulation directs, in pertinent part, that the purpose of the separation document is to provide the individual with documentary evidence of his or her military service at the time of release from active duty, retirement or discharge. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The applicant's record contains documents showing he used the SSN that is listed on his Social Security Card during his period of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002116
The separation authority approved the unit commander's request, on 9 May 1991, and directed the applicant's separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11, with an uncharacterized entry level separation. On 14 May 1991, the applicant was discharged accordingly. When initiation of separation is within the first 180 days, service is usually not characterized unless the circumstances of the separation warrant an under other than honorable conditions discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002117
c. Counsel states that the applicant submitted his first reconsideration that was denied on 13 February 2013 because the medical documentation he submitted did not indicate his physical injury made him incapable of performing the ADL for bathing and dressing as covered by TSGLI standards. Health Record Chronological Record of Medical Care shows that on 31 May 2011 the applicant was initially seen at the emergency room (ER) clinic for a recent gunshot wound of the left thigh. His requests...