ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006875
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 award of the Army Good Conduct Medal during his period of service * Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) all the awards listed on his DD Form 214 and the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006880
(h) Item 30: Enter "This abbreviated form issued to Army National Guard members per appendix A, this AR [Army Regulation]" on all abbreviated DD Forms 214 issued. Noncontinuous periods of active duty are summarized on separate DD Forms 214; therefore, there is no basis for granting the applicant's request to amend his existing DD Form 214 to include the second period of activation from 7 April 1968 to 11 April 1968. (d) Item 17a: "Other" block will be checked and enter "call Executive...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006884
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge), ending on 2 September 1971, to show in: * Item 3 (Social Security Number (SSN)) "XXX-XX-XX42" instead of "XXX-XX-XX92" * Item 25 (Education and Training Completed) all the schools he completed 2. His records contain the following: * DD Form 4 (Enlisted Record Armed Forces of the United States), dated 16 June 1966, which does not list his SSN * DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006893
In connection with the applicant's enlistment in the Regular Army (RA), he completed a DD Form 398 (Statement of Personal History) wherein he listed his SSN as "x65-xx-xxxx" (the numbers. His DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record - Armed Forces of the United States) lists his assigned service number; it does not list his SSN. Therefore, based on the evidence of record and the evidence provided by the applicant, it would be appropriate at this time to correct his DD Form 214 to show the SSN as shown...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006895
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. His DD Form 214 shows: * he enlisted in the Regular Army on 2 September 1948 for 5 years * he completed 1 year, 5 months, and 9 days of foreign service * he was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal * he was honorably discharged on 21 January 1953 4. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the MSM was established on 16 January 1969 and is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006906
The applicant requests correction of his separation documents to show his rank as corporal and that he had been a noncommissioned officer (NCO). The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. A WD Form 370 (Final Statement), dated 16 June 1944, shows his rank as private.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006918
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 30 April 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140006918 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant amendment of the decision of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records set forth in Docket Number AR20130019590, dated 7 January 2014, by voiding the BOARD DETERMINATION/RECOMMENDATION as currently worded and showing it reads instead: The Board determined that the evidence presented was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006919
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Records show the applicant was over 21 years of age at the time of his offense. Notwithstanding the statements provided by the applicant and his post-service conduct, the ABCMR does not grant requests for discharge upgrades solely for the purpose of making former service member's eligible for veterans' benefits.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006920
The applicant's request for discharge states he was not subjected to coercion with respect to his request for discharge. The applicant's DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows he was discharged on 16 June 1980 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial, with an under other than honorable conditions characterization of service. There...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006922
The applicant states he served in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN) and was wounded on his left foot, on 2 May 1968, by shrapnel from an incoming mortar and the medical treatment is recorded in his medical records. A review of the applicant's military personnel record failed to reveal any orders or other evidence that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart. In order to support awarding a member the Purple Heart, it is necessary to establish the wound for which the award is being made required...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006924
The applicant states he was wounded in action (WIA) on 20 May 1969 in the Republic of Vietnam (RVN); however, the Purple Heart (PH) is not listed on his DD Form 214. The evidence of record shows: a. GOs awarded the applicant the AM and the AGCM (1st Award); b. the applicant qualified for award of the VSM and he participated in one campaign during his service in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006925
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. In the processing of this case, an advisory opinion was obtained from the PDBR SRP and the applicant was provided a copy. The SRP also noted the VA carried a working diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and this was the diagnosis made by the VA Compensation...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006929
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. 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.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006932
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * his service in Southwest Asia during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm * all awards he is entitled to receive as a result of this service 2. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in Southwest Asia from 1 January to 26 April 1991; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show this foreign service and the dates of this service. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006934
The SRP further considered whether the provisions of the Department of Veterans Affair Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) Section 4.129 were applicable to any unfitting MH condition (physical evaluation board (PEB) adjudicated or SRP recommended), and made rating recommendations in accordance with VASRD Section 4.130 (and VASRD Section 4.129 as appropriate). The Service evidence made clear that a diagnosis of PTSD was considered, and the medical evaluation board (MEB) psychiatrist...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006936
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. Army Regulation 601-210 (Active and Reserve Components Enlistment Program) covers eligibility criteria, policies, and procedures for enlistment and processing into the Regular Army and the U.S. Army Reserve. d. At the time, RE-3B applied to Soldiers who are not considered fully qualified for reentry or continuous...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006937
The applicant submitted an application through the DOD Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) MH Special Review Panel (SRP). The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP next considered whether the diagnosed MH condition, regardless of specific diagnosis, was not unfitting for continued military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006943
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 applicant's submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP agreed that conceding reasonable doubt, a fair permanent rating...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006945
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 4 December 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140006945 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests an upgrade of his dishonorable discharge to a general, under honorable conditions discharge. It stipulates that a Soldier will be given a dishonorable discharge pursuant only to an approved sentence of a general court-martial and that the appellate review must be completed and affirmed before the sentence is ordered duly executed.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006948
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 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 noted the available evidence of record shows a diagnosis of adjustment disorder was rendered by a Service psychiatrist on 16 March 2011, but there is...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006949
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicant's submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of an MH condition during processing through the military disability system.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006950
While it is understandable the applicant desires to now record a different spouse's name and/or address in his military records, there is not a sufficiently compelling reason for compromising the integrity of the Army's records. _______ _ 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. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140006950 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006951
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. In the processing of this case, an advisory opinion was obtained from the PDBR SRP and the applicant was provided a copy. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP concluded there was insufficient cause to recommend a change in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006951
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. In the processing of this case, an advisory opinion was obtained from the PDBR SRP and the applicant was provided a copy. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP concluded there was insufficient cause to recommend a change in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006952
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 MH condition during processing through the military disability system. Review of the Post-Deployment Health Assessment, service treatment records following return from deployment, and primary MH treatment records at the time...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006953
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 MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the MH condition during processing through the military Integrated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006954
She stated that she also had two out of six years of OERs that rated her best qualified for promotion. The applicant requests, in effect, promotion to CPT and extension in the USAR to complete 20 years of service. The evidence of record shows the applicant was passed over for promotion to CPT by the FY 2011, 2012, and 2013, RC, CPT, AMEDD Promotion Selection Boards.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006960
The applicant states: * he was medically separated on 1 October 1991 * he should have been given the option to be transferred to the Retired Reserve effective 1 October 1991 * it was the day that it was written into law that a National Guard Service Member could be medically separated with 15 or more years of service, but less than 20 years and still be eligible for retired pay at age 60 3. It would now be equitable and just to correct his military records by revoking his discharge of 1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006961
On 22 May 1987, the applicants commander recommended separation from the service as discussed above. On 13 May 1994, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) considered the applicant's request for an upgrade of his discharge. He also contends that: * he was not given an opportunity for recovery or rehabilitation * his commander had a grudge against him and threatened him * he was not given a psychological evaluation * his offenses were no more serious than drinking a glass of wine * he was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006963
His Official Military Personnel File is void of documentation showing he was awarded the AM. Therefore, it would be appropriate at this time to award him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 18 March 1971 through 16 March 1973 and to 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 corrected by: a. awarding him the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 18 March 1971 through 16 March 1973 and b....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006965
A review of the applicant's military personnel record failed to reveal any evidence that he was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. The evidence of record shows the applicant was inducted on 23 January 1969, REFRAD on 18 October 1969, and he had served 3 months and 20 days in the RVN as of that time. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge for satisfactorily...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006966
The applicant requests correction of his records to show award of the Purple Heart. A review of the applicant's military personnel record failed to reveal any orders or other evidence that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart. d. There are no orders or any other evidence that shows he was awarded the Purple Heart.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006967
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows the applicant's record contains several forms consistent with the DOB that appears on her Certificate of Live Birth. ___________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 | 20140006969
On 25 July 1968, he was transferred back to Vietnam with his unit and served there until 11 June 1969 when he was transferred to Fort Lewis, Washington and was honorably released from active duty as an overseas returnee on 15 June 1969. The evidence submitted with his application and the evidence of record fails to show treatment for his injuries was made a matter of record. The Board wants the applicant and all others concerned to know that this action in no way diminishes the sacrifices...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006971
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show in block 7b his correct home of record (HOR). By law and regulation, the HOR is the place recorded as the home of the individual at the time of their enlistment or induction, appointment, or entry on active duty, and there is no authority to change the HOR officially recorded at the time of entry into military service unless it is based on evidence that a bona...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006974
The applicant, the daughter of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of her late father's grade shown on his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge). The FSM's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. The Purple Heart orders and the letter from the Ashford General Hospital provided by the applicant showing the FSM's grade as SGT are accepted as sufficient evidence on which to base amending the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006977
On 22 June 2009, the Department of Defense (DOD) established the criteria for eligibility and transfer of unused educational benefits to eligible family members. A Soldier must be currently serving on active duty or as a member of the Selected Reserve, on or after 1 August 2009, at the time of transfer of educational benefits to his or her family members. _______ _ x_______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006978
The applicant requests a discharge upgrade. The applicant states, in effect, he was told his discharge would be upgraded to a general under honorable conditions discharge after 7 years. On 10 May 1982, the Army Discharge Review Board denied his request for a discharge upgrade.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006979
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Parachutist Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Air Medal. The applicant served in two campaigns and is entitled to wear two bronze service stars on his already-awarded Vietnam Service Medal and have them added to 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 | 20140006981
); and b. removal of derogatory statements in: * Part IVb (Performance Evaluation - Professionalism): * (b.2.2) Interpersonal * (b.2.4) Tactical * (b.3.1) Communication * Part Vb (Performance and Potential - Rater Comments) * Part VIIc (Senior Rater - Comments on Performance/Potential) 2. The contested OER was signed by his rating officials and the applicant on 19 June 2001 and subsequently referred to the applicant. After a comprehensive review of the evidence in the applicant's OMPF, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006984
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. His DD Form 214 shows he was discharged on 12 October 1971 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, with his service characterized as under other than honorable conditions. Records show the applicant was 19 years of age...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006985
The evidence of record shows: a. the applicant's service in support of ODS in SWA qualified him for award of the: (1) SWASM and he participated in three campaigns during his service in SWA. d. Based on the available evidence, it would be appropriate at this time to award the applicant the AGCM (1st Award) for the period 29 April 1988 through 28 April 1991. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006986
The applicant requests correction of his military records to show he enlisted for the Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) option instead of the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB). The applicant's enlistment contract reveals that he enlisted in the DEP on 3 May 2012 and departed for active duty on 5 November 2012. b. Based on the advisory opinion from the ODCS, G-1, the SLRP was open to any applicant enlisting in any MOS in incentive levels 1 through 5, but it only pertained to one MOS at the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006989
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 (2nd Award) * Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) instead of "Vietnam Campaign Medal" * overseas service bars * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation * Expert Marksmanship...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006990
During the applicant's period of service in Iraq, participation credit was awarded for the following two campaigns: * Liberation of Iraq (19 March 2003 - 1 May 2003) * Transition of Iraq (2 May 2003 - 28 June 2004) f. Service members qualified for the GWOTEM by reason of service between 19 March 2003 and 28 February 2005, in an area for which the ICM was subsequently authorized, will remain qualified for that medal. e. he qualified for award of the Overseas Service Ribbon based on his 11...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006991
The applicant requests correction of his records to show reassignment to the Retired Reserve. The applicant states he was assigned to the Retired Reserve on 2 November 1994 after 20 plus years of combined active duty and Reserve time. While the reason for the applicant's discharge from the USAR on 5 December 2001 is not of record, there is also no evidence that he requested transfer to the Retired Reserve.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006992
The applicant contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show: * Parachutist Badge * CIB * Completion of Basic Airborne Course 2. The evidence of record shows that the applicant held an infantryman MOS and was assigned to an infantry company while in the RVN. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Combat Infantryman Badge on 31 March 1968; b. deleting from his DD Form 214: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006994
There is no authority to change the HOR as officially recorded at time of entry into the military service. By law and regulation, the HOR is the place recorded as the home of the individual at the time of their enlistment or induction, appointment, or entry on active duty, and there is no authority to change the HOR officially recorded at the time of entry into military service unless it is based on evidence that a bona fide error was made. In this case, the evidence of record shows upon...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006995
The applicant requests correction of her record to show she retired in the rank/pay grade of sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7. The advisory official stated that, in accordance with Army Regulation 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions), paragraph 1-20c, Soldiers on a promotion list at the time of retirement for disability will be retired at the promotion list grade. Unfortunately, because she had not been placed on the promotion list before she retired, there is no basis for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140006997
The applicant requests correction of item 11 (Performance Summary) of his DA Form 1059 (Service School Academic Evaluation Report (AER)), dated 26 June 2009, herein referred to as the contested AER, to show "Achieved Course Standards" instead of "Marginally Achieved Course Standards." c. Field Manual 7-22 (Army Physical Readiness Training) clearly states that Soldiers recovering from injury, illness, or other medical conditions must train within the limits of their medical profiles (DA Form...