ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002462
On 3 October 2013, FLARNG issued the applicant a "Memorandum of Eligibility for Promotion as a Reserve Commissioned Officer Not on Active Duty." Table 2-1 (Time in Grade requirements, commissioned officers other than commissioned warrant officers) states the minimum time in grade requirements for promotion from MAJ to LTC is 4 years and the maximum time in grade requirements are 7 years. He was selected for promotion by the DA board but that board was non-compliant and disqualified.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002463
The applicant states: * he is a board certified physician in the Army * he has been board certified since 2002 in general pediatrics and since 2008 in pediatric cardiology * he has not received BCP since 31 December 2009 even though he remains board certified and is in an active duty status * it appears the evidence of his board certification was lost and/or not updated 3. The advisory official states: a. a review of supporting documentation and available special pay and finance data...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002465
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he was discharged from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) on 28 December 2002. He adds that this causes an error in his Army records by showing military service for a period of time that he did not serve. The applicant contends his military service records should be corrected to show he was discharged from the USAR on 28 December 2002 because he did not extend or reenlist to serve in the USAR beyond his MSO.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002465
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his records to show he was discharged from the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) on 28 December 2002. He adds that this causes an error in his Army records by showing military service for a period of time that he did not serve. The applicant contends his military service records should be corrected to show he was discharged from the USAR on 28 December 2002 because he did not extend or reenlist to serve in the USAR beyond his MSO.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002468
The applicant and his ORARNG recruiter completed a USAREC Form 1252; however, this form was neither a bonus contract nor a promise to receive an incentive. The paperwork required to award the applicant a Special Pay 3-year Option on 6 April 2009 was completed; however, that was done during a national transition between two systems of records in the recruiting command and two Special Branch recruiters there in the ORARNG. The Board accepted that memorandum as sufficient evidence to show...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002473
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show all authorized awards, including awards from his service in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR). His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the Purple Heart. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * deleting award of the Vietnam Service Medal from his DD Form 214 for the period ending 31 August...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002474
The applicant requests correction of her final DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her Place of Entry Into Active Duty (Place EAD) was San Antonio, TX, not Miami, FL. The applicant states that her initial DD Form 214 shows her Place EAD was Miami, FL, which is correct. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. correcting Headquarters, U.S. Army Garrison, Fort Dix, NJ,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002475
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 1 October 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140002475 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 635-200, in effect at the time, set forth the basic authority for separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002476
The applicant requests, in effect, that her service as a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) cadet be credited for retirement pay purposes. She respectfully requests this information be favorably considered even after the extended length of time and her service record (DD Form 214) be corrected to accurately reflect her Reserve service from 7 September 1976 through 22 December 1978. DOD Financial Management Regulations show the above time is not creditable service; therefore, she is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002478
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he elected Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage for his spouse within 1 year of his marriage. The evidence of record shows that in connection with his retirement by reason of sufficient active duty service, the applicant completed a DD Form 2656 and elected "children only" SBP coverage. Once he elected children only coverage, he was forever barred from making a spouse election except as provided for by law (i.e., during an Open Season).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002480
The applicant requests the Army Achievement Medal, Jungle Warfare Training, Combat Lifesavers Course, Armorer's Course, and the Army Commendation Medal be added to his DD Form 214. The applicant provided the front page of a DA Form 638 that appears to have been issued in Permanent Order Number 6-11 awarding him the Army Achievement Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his 7 November 1995 DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002485,
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to a general discharge. Further review of the applicant's OMPF shows that the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) considered a request for an upgrade of his discharge on an unknown date. _______ _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 | 20140002486
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator (SPD) Codes) prescribes the specific authorities (statutory or other directives), reasons for separating Soldiers from active duty, and the SPD codes to be entered on the DD Form 214. Army Regulation 635-5 (Separation Documents), in effect at the time, prescribed the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon retirement, discharge, or...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002492
The applicant requests that his bad conduct discharge be upgraded to general, under honorable conditions. The applicant's request for an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge in order to receive VA medical services and pension was carefully considered. Therefore, the Board determined that the overall merits of this case are insufficient as a basis for correction of the records of the individual concerned.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002500
The applicant requests correction of item 5 (date of birth (DOB)) his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), dated 13 July 1992, to show his DOB as 15 December 1951. 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. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002503
She provided copies of the following orders issued by Headquarters, Department of the Army: * GO Number 2009-12, dated 16 December 2009, citing award of the Meritorious Unit Commendation to HHD, 720th MP Battalion, for the period 28 December 2004 through 8 November 2005 * GO Number 2010-12, dated 1- August 2010, citing award of the Army Superior Unit Award to the 401st MP Company, 720th MP Battalion, for the period 1 December 2005 through 31 December 2006 6. There is no evidence and she did...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002505
The evidence of record shows the applicant was retired from active duty on 31 August 2009, which is within 90 days of the implementation of the program. Therefore, it would be equitable to correct her records to show she applied to transfer her educational benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill TEB Program upon implementation of the program. As a result, the Board recommends that all State National Guard and Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002516
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states his DD Form 214 incorrectly shows that he was released from active duty training instead of just released from active duty. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting the entry RELEASE FROM ACTIVE DUTY TRAINING from item 23 of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 6 November 2007 * Entering...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002516
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states his DD Form 214 incorrectly shows that he was released from active duty training instead of just released from active duty. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting the entry RELEASE FROM ACTIVE DUTY TRAINING from item 23 of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 6 November 2007 * Entering...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002520
The applicant requests that his records be corrected to show he did not have a pre-existing back condition when he entered the service and that he did not request discharge. Meanwhile, on 3 February 1971, the applicant submitted a request for expeditious discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40. The applicant filed a claim with the VA on 18 February 1971 and on 2 April 1971, the VA determined that his disabilities were not incurred in or aggravated by service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002521
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * she was awarded the Legion of Merit (LOM) instead of the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM) * the correct dates of her deployment to Kuwait 2. She provides: * DD Form 214 * DA Forms 638 (Recommendation for Award) with LOM and the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) certificates *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002525
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. 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 30...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002526
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show any awards due him including the Purple Heart and Combat Infantryman Badge. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows in: * item 28 (Qualification in Arms): * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-1) * Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Carbine Bar effective 22 December 1961 * item 38 (Record of Assignments) he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002527
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 30 November 1991 to show in: * item 7a (Place of Entry Into Active Duty) - Guam * item 12a (Date Entered Active Duty) - 24 November 1970 * item 12c (Net Active Service This Period) - (based on calculation) * item 14 (Military Education) he completed the Basic Airborne Course, Jumpmaster Course, and Air Force Load Master Course 2. The applicant's induction record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002528
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's military records to show he completed 20 qualifying years of service for Reserve retired pay. The available evidence shows the FSM completed 9 years of qualifying service for Reserve retired pay. Since there is no evidence at this time that the FSM completed a minimum of 20 qualifying years of service (years in which the FSM earned a minimum of 50 retirement points), there is no...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002530
A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal any orders or other evidence that shows he was recommended for or awarded a second award of the SS. The available evidence does not show the applicant was recommended for or awarded a second award of the SS for actions in the RVN. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant's DD Form 214 to show his awards and decorations, as recommended below.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002532
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 12. Review of Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) revealed no awards or decorations applicable to the applicant's Army service. _______ _ 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 | 20140002535
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 16 August 1976 to show: * his status as a Vietnam era veteran vice post-Vietnam veteran * the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16), and Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Grenade Bar 2. Therefore, there is no basis for entering any marksmanship qualification badges on the DD Form 214 documenting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002535
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 16 August 1976 to show: * his status as a Vietnam era veteran vice post-Vietnam veteran * the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM), Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16), and Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Grenade Bar 2. Therefore, there is no basis for entering any marksmanship qualification badges on the DD Form 214 documenting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002540
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to show his correct DOB. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting from item 4 of his DD Form 214 the current entry and replacing it with his date of birth that is shown on his Certificate of Marriage.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002544
The applicant provides his DD Form 214 with an effective date of 15 November 1969. There is no evidence in his MPRJ and he has not provided any substantive evidence that shows he was recommended for or awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" device. Therefore, without sustantative evidence showing he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with "V" device this award should not be added to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002547
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The Purple Heart requires evidence to verify: * a wound was the result of hostile action * treatment of the wound by military medical personnel * documentation of the wound in official records 3. Regrettably, in the absence of corroborating evidence showing he was wounded as a result of hostile action in Vietnam, the statements provided by the applicant are not sufficient as a basis for awarding...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002548
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness memorandum, dated 20 September 2011, subject: Correction of Military Records Following Repeal of Section 654 of Title 10, U.S. Code, provides policy guidance for Service Discharge Review Boards (DRB's) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NR's) to follow when taking action on applications from former service members...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002550
The applicant requests correction of item 9 (Date of Birth (DOB)) of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge), ending on 21 December 1970, to correctly list his DOB as 1 April 19XX instead of 31 March 19XX. His records contain the following: * DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record Armed Forces of the United States), dated 16 February 1968, which lists his DOB as 31 March 19XX * DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History), dated 6 August 1968, which lists...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002552
The applicant requests his discharge under other than honorable conditions be upgraded to a fully honorable discharge. On 1 October 1987, the appropriate authority (a major general) approved his request for discharge and directed the applicant be given an under other than honorable conditions discharge. There is no evidence in the available records to show that he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that boards 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002553
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's records by issuing payment of all pay and allowances due based on pay grade E-6. The instructions for completing the WD AGO Form 53-55 state that the form is completed from the Service Record, Soldier's Qualification Card, Immunization Register, and information ascertained by interview with the dischargee. The applicant contends that the FSM's records should be corrected by issuing payment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002553
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's records by issuing payment of all pay and allowances due based on pay grade E-6. The instructions for completing the WD AGO Form 53-55 state that the form is completed from the Service Record, Soldier's Qualification Card, Immunization Register, and information ascertained by interview with the dischargee. The applicant contends that the FSM's records should be corrected by issuing payment...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002554
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show continuous, uninterrupted active duty service from 28 January 1975 through 26 July 1982 and his status as a Vietnam era veteran. The applicant provides: * self-authored statement, dated 31 January 2014 * DD Form 214 for the period ending 28 July 1977 * DD Form 214 for the period ending 26 July 1982 * DA Form 1569 (Transcript of Military Record), dated 21 September 1983 *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002557
On 29 October 1980, his immediate commander recommended his separation for misconduct under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) paragraph 14-33b(1) due to frequent incidents of a discreditable nature with civil or military authorities. A discharge UOTHC is normally appropriate for a Soldier discharged under this chapter. c. Paragraph 3-7b states a general discharge is a separation from the Army under honorable conditions.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002560
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. It shows he was discharged on 2 February 1994 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, in lieu of by trial court-martial, with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. There is no indication the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002560
The applicant requests, in effect, an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. It shows he was discharged on 2 February 1994 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, in lieu of by trial court-martial, with an under other than honorable conditions discharge. There is no indication the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002564
The available records show no evidence he was awarded the Purple Heart. Although there are no orders in the available records, there is sufficient evidence in his records that substantiates he was wounded as a result of enemy action and he was treated for his wounds. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the awards of the Purple Heart and Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation to his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002567
The applicant, the spouse of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of his records to show he enlisted in the Regular Army in the rank/grade of specialist (SPC)/E-4 vice private first class (PFC)/E-3. However, the FSM was awarded his 4-year college degree on 4 May 2013 and he enlisted in the Regular Army on 7 May 2013. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * correcting the FSM's DD Form 4...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002569
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 Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). 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. ____________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002569
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 Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). 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. ____________X___________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002573
It provided that the total active duty service outside the continental limits of the United States for the period covered by the DD Form 214 and the last overseas theater in which the service was performed would be entered in item 22c (Foreign and/or Sea Service). Therefore, the remarks block of his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show the statement: "Vietnam Service 16 May 1967-25 October 1967." As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002575
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 the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal for his period of service from 16 September 1969 through 19 April 1971 and to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002578
Additionally, Appendix V of U.S. Army Vietnam (USARV) Regulation 672-1 states that during the Vietnam era the Combat Infantryman Badge was awarded only to enlisted individuals who held and served in MOS 11B, 11C, 11D, 11F, 11G, or 11H. He did not serve in an infantry MOS; therefore, he is not eligible for award of the CIB. ___________x____________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002579
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 9 October 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140002579 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The PEB recommended a 10-percent disability rating and separation with severance pay. She provided no evidence to show this condition rendered her unfit to perform her military duties.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140002581
The applicant states, in effect: * he is in total disagreement with the Board's decision and is requesting reconsideration of the Board's decision * he is not seeking to be glorified by this award; he is seeking the citation for which it was meant * he feels that he submitted the required evidence to validate his application in the previous record of proceedings (ROP) * he regrets that his sergeant in charge felt it unnecessary to document his injuries or have them checked by medical...