ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005189
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). If his year of birth had been 1969 he would have been 15 years of age at the time of his enlistment in the USAR. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence to correct his DD Form 214 to show his year of birth as 1962.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005191
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 award of: * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam (RVN) Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16) * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005192
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction his records to shows his social security number as XX9-XX-XXXX vice XX1-XX-XXXX. Every document in his personnel record shows his SSN as XX9-XX-XXXX.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005194
The applicant requests correction of his DD Forms 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty)/(Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the periods ending on 31 May 2008 and 20 February 1973 to show award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). He was credited with completing 2 years, 8 months, and 25 days of active duty service this period. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005198
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 28 October 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140005198 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. There is no evidence indicating he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) for an upgrade of his discharge. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005201
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 Tet Campaign Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his DD Form 214 the Vietnam Service Medal and b. adding to his DD Form 214 the following awards: * Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars * Meritorious Unit Commendation * Republic of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005206
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 (BSM) * Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) * Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-16) * Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14) * Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Hand Grenade Bar * Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) * Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (ARCAM) 2. Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005208
The applicant provides copies of the following: * Orders Number 98-1 * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) * Army Commendation Medal certificate * Service Member Deployment History Out-processing Verification * DD Form 214 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who distinguish themselves by their conduct, efficiency, and fidelity during a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. As...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005211
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 30 October 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140005211 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of item 10 (Date of Birth (DOB)) of the WD AGO Form 53-58 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation General Discharge) of his late father, a former service member (FSM), to show his DOB as "1 September 1931" instead of "1 December 1931." The applicant provides copies of the following: * FSM's: * WD AGO Form 53-58 * birth and death...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005216
On 25 April 1969, the applicant completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) in which he listed his DOB as 4 September 1949. His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) shows his DOB as 4 September1949. _____________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 | 20140005220
The author felt that the applicant's Vietnam experience was the cause of all his problems. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005223
The applicant's military records show he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 12 March 1968. In light of his overall record of service, it would be appropriate to award him the AGCM (1st Award) based on completion of a qualifying period of active Federal service from 12 March 1968 through 4 March 1970 and to add this award to his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. amending...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005224
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). He has not provided sufficient evidence and his record does not contain any evidence that the 207th Signal Company (TROPO) provided direct support as defined in Army Regulation 600-8-22, to units serving in Vietnam. _____________X_________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005231
c. The Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who have served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. Therefore, he is authorized the Korea Defense Service Medal and correction of his DD Form 214 to show this award. Based on his service in SWA from 29 December 1990 to 13 June 1991, he is authorized the KLM-SA and the KLM-K and correction of his DD Form 214 to show these awards.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005234
He was sentenced to dismissal from the service. 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 (DRBs) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs) to follow when taking action on applications from former service members discharged under DADT or prior policies. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005239
Item 21 (Time Lost Section 972, Title 10 United States Code) shows he was reported AWOL during the following periods totaling 512 days: * 3 April 1971 30 March 1972 (363 days) * 24 April 21 July 1972 (91 days) * 24 July 19 September 1972 (58 days) 4. On 20 October 1972, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge and directed his discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, in the lowest enlisted grade with a UD. When...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005240
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Chapter 2 contains guidance for preparation of the DD Form 214 and states that items 4a and 4b show the active duty grade or rank and pay grade at time of separation and are obtained from the Soldier's records (promotion or reduction orders). The applicant's records are not available for review with this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005241
The applicant's records also do not contain evidence that he was directly involved in ground combat during his service in Vietnam. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the CIB is awarded to infantry officers and to enlisted and warrant officer persons who have an infantry MOS. _______ _ 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 | 20140005243
She also provides the following documents that were previously considered by the Board in her original application: * DA Form 261 * service personnel records * service medical records * college transcripts * VA medical records * letters from her physicians * letters of commendation and appreciation CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Her records contain a DA Form 1361 (Recommended Findings of PEB), dated 6 July 1970, which shows the recommended findings of the PEB were as follows: * she was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005244
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous request for an upgrade of his general discharge to an honorable discharge. The ABCMR recommended his records be corrected to show he was separated with a general discharge on 22 October 1973 in lieu of the UD which was issued. On 6 October 1977, he was provided a DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) showing his character of service as under honorable conditions (general).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005246
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his service in Iraq and all associated awards. The applicant states his DD Form 214 does not include his service in Iraq and associated medals. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the following entries to his DD Form 214: * item 13 Iraq Campaign Medal with two bronze service stars *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005247
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows: a. he enlisted in the Regular Army on 15 January 1958 for a period of 3 years; b. he completed 2 years, 11 months, and 29 days of creditable active duty service; and c. his separation date as 13 January 1960. However, his DD Form 214 shows his separation date as 13 January 1960. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned, in particular, his DD Form 214, be corrected by showing his separation as 13...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005250
The applicant requests an exception to policy to transfer educational benefits to his family members under the transfer of educational benefits (TEB) provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The policy states an eligible individual is any member of the Armed Forces on or after 1 August 2009 who, at the time of the approval of the individual's request to transfer entitlement to educational assistance under this section, is eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill and: a. has at least 6 years of service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005251
The applicant requests the DA Form 2627 (Record of Proceedings under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)), dated 6 February 2009, be removed from his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) (previously known as the Official Military Personnel File). He provides Article 15, UCMJ, proceedings, dated 6 February 2009. The evidence of record shows the Article 15 was properly filed in the restricted folder of the applicant's AMHRR in accordance with applicable regulations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005253
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he completed the Special Forces Officer Course. The applicant states he completed the Special Forces Officer Course in 1965 and it is not listed on his DD Form 214. His DA Form 2-1 (Personnel Qualification Record) shows in item 17 (Civilian Education and Military Schools) he completed the 12-week Special Forces Officer Course in 1965.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005257
The applicant's military records are not available for review. There is no evidence in his available military records that indicates he listed his DOB as 11 May xxxx during his period of active duty service. The applicant is advised that a copy of this decisional document will be filed in his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005258
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 3 December 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140005258 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests reconsideration of his request for correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: a. he completed Unit Administration training in Germany in December 1967; and b. was awarded the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14). An award for previous marksmanship weapons...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005259
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to an honorable discharge. On 13 February 1979, the applicant consulted with counsel and was advised of the basis for the contemplated trial by court-martial, the maximum permissible punishment authorized under the UCMJ, the possible effects of an under other than honorable conditions discharge, and the procedures and rights available to him. Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 3-7b, provides that a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005260
His WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation-Honorable Discharge) does not reflect he received artillery shrapnel wounds in 1945. b. 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 this case 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. While his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005262
The applicant requests an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge. c. A DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) that shows he was discharged on 30 March 1981 under the provisions of chapter 10 of Army Regulation 635-200, for the good of the service - in lieu of court-martial, with a character of service of under other than honorable conditions. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140005262 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005263
On 6 September 1985, at a mental status evaluation, his behavior was found to be normal. On 25 September 1985, the applicant's commander notified the applicant that separation actions were being initiating against him to separate him from the service under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14, due to the commission of a serious offense, to wit, his illegal drug abuse and driving under the influence. There is no policy, regulation, directive or law that provides for the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005265
His record is void of orders awarding him the AM and a review of the Awards and Decorations Computer-Assisted Retrieval System, an index of general orders issued during the Vietnam era between 1965 and 1973 maintained by the Military Awards Branch of the United States Army Human Resources Command, failed to reveal any orders awarding him the AM. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards and Decorations), in effect at the time, provided that the AGCM was awarded to individuals who completed a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005266
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show: * award of the Purple Heart (PH) * mortar fragment wounds to his left upper arm and chest on 19 October 1952 2. His DD Form 230 (Service Record) shows in: * section 4 (Service Outside Continental United States) service in Korea from 18 March 1952 through 21 October 1952 * section 8 (Wounds Received Through Enemy Action) mortar fragment left lower arm and chest,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005267
Combined with his presumed completion of an unaccompanied 12-month tour of Korea and the applicant's DD Form 214 which already shows he served in Iraq/Kuwait from 22 January to 26 August 2003 (a period of 7 months and 7 days), item 12f of the applicant's DD Form 214 should be corrected to show he completed 1 year, 11 months, and 11 days of foreign service. As a related issued, the evidence shows the applicant completed a period of qualifying service for award of the Korea Defense Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005268
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 8 June 1967 to show his date of birth (DOB) is 2 June 1948 vice 2 January 1948. Item 15 (DOB) of the DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record - Armed Forces of the United States) completed at that time shows the entry "2 Jan 48." DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The available evidence indicates an error was made in recording the applicant's DOB when he enlisted in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005271
He elected not to participate in the SBP. On 5 March 2014, after his retirement, his spouse, Yolanda, signed the DD Form 2656 indicating her concurrence with his election to not participate in the SBP. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * showing the applicant timely completed a DD Form 2656 electing not to participate in the SBP, and that his spouse properly concurred with his decision on the same date *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005273
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show award of the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal with 4th Oak Leaf Cluster, and all unit awards he is authorized. Headquarters, U.S. Army Military District of Washington, General Orders Number 175, dated 25 November 1970, awarded him the Army Commendation Medal with 4th Oak Leaf Cluster for meritorious achievement...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005276
Headquarters, U.S. Army Cadet Command Orders 175-1, dated 23 June 2000, showed his active duty obligation for the scholarship financial assistance he received was 36 months. The record shows that as a result of the applicants subsequent 4 years, 6 months, and 4 days of active service, the Army is receiving the same military service benefit it would have gained had the applicant reported for active duty as a result of breaching his ROTC contract. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005277
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he was promoted to Technician Fifth Grade (T/5) prior to his separation on 14 October 1946. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. Still, in the absence of official orders or other documentary evidence confirming appointment or promotion to T/5 there is insufficient evidence to correct his records to show this rank.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005278
A review of the applicant's military personnel records failed to reveal evidence that he was awarded a fourth award of the ARCOM (i.e., ARCOM (3rd OLC)). (2) Recommendations for award of a decoration for meritorious service will not refer to acts of heroism or meritorious achievements which have been previously recognized by award of a decoration. The evidence of record shows that permanent orders awarded the applicant three awards of the ARCOM (i.e., ARCOM (2nd OLC)) and his DD Form 214...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005279
The applicant provided a copy of his: * DD Form 214 * DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) * DA Form 4980-12 (MSM Certificate) * Enlisted Record Brief (ERB) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Therefore, the applicant's records should be corrected to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting from his DD Form 214 the Meritorious Service Medal and adding the Meritorious Service Medal (2nd award).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005280
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). All of the following documents in his Military Personnel Records Jacket (MPRJ) show the year of his DOB as "1941": * AGPZ Form 109-1 (Request for Statement of Service), dated 22 September 1961 * DD Form 214, for the period ending 19 October 1959 * DD Form 47 (Record of Induction), dated 5 January 1961 * DD Form 214, for the period ending 20 February 1961 * DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record - Armed Forces...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005281
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 and the Presidential Unit Citation. There is no evidence in his record of any court-martial convictions, personnel actions, or statements that would justify disqualification for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005287
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal with two bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device (1st Oak Leaf Cluster) * Combat Infantryman Badge * Marksman Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14 and M-16) 7. The applicant's records do not show indiscipline or lost time, he received conduct and efficiency ratings of "excellent" throughout his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005292
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Army Achievement Medal and the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Pistol Bar (.45 Caliber). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Army Achievement Medal and the Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Pistol Bar (.45 Caliber) to his DD Form 214. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005293
In an undated memorandum, the applicant's unit commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate separation action under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14, section III, paragraph 14-12b and c. In his notification, the commander: * enumerated the incidents of misconduct he was using as a basis for this action * stated his intent to recommend a general discharge under honorable conditions * advised the applicant of his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005295
There are no adverse actions recorded in the applicant's available records or any record of a disqualification by his chain of command that would have precluded him from being recommended for or awarded the AGCM. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005298
The applicant requests: a. in effect, an upgrade of his award of the Army Achievement Medal to an Army Commendation Medal; b. correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the upgraded award and the Korea Defense Service Medal, Imjin Scout [Patch], and Air Assault Badge; and c. issuance of an Honorable Discharge Certificate. The applicant states: * he served in Korea at the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) from August 1996 (i.e., 1986) to November...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005301
On 2 May 1976, the applicant requested consideration of his case by a Board of Officers and representation by counsel. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel: a. Paragraph 3-7a provides that an honorable discharge is a separation with honor and entitles the recipient to benefits provided by law. b. Paragraph 3-7b provides that a general discharge is a separation from the Army under...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140005307
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Such evidence included: * two Officer Evaluation Reports * an Army Commendation Medal Certificate for the period 14 June to 28 June 2003 for service performed during annual training * transfer orders assigning him to a commander's position with the Michigan Regional Training Institute * an email from the applicant requesting to change his status to the ING, dated 5 November 2003 * a MIARNG memorandum, dated 20 November 2014, which states...