ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000951
The applicant requests correction of his official military personnel file by changing his date of birth from 15 December 1947 to 15 December 1946. Item 5 (Date of Birth) of the DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) he was issued at the time shows his date of birth as 15 December 1947. ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140000951 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont) AR20140000951 2 ARMY...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000953
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provides that the Army Good Conduct Medal is awarded to individuals who have completed a qualified period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record shows the applicant served in the Republic of Vietnam from 7 March 1970 to 19 January 1971; therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 for the period ending 23 May 1971 to show these service dates. The evidence shows the applicant completed a period of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000956
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Vietnam Service Medal and campaign medals. However, the evidence must show that their units provided direct support to military operations in Vietnam. The applicant did not provide evidence, and his record does not show his unit provided direct support to units serving in Vietnam as defined in Army Regulation 600-8-22.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000957
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. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states a bronze service star will be awarded for wear on the Vietnam Service Medal for participation in each campaign. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000961
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: a. award of the Distinguished Service Medal; and b. completion of the service schools and special courses shown in item 16 (Civilian Education and Military Schooling) of his DA Form 66 (Officer Qualification Record). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the U.S. Army,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000966
IN THE CASE OF BOARD DATE: 26 February 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140000966 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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 MH condition during processing through the military disability system.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000969
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. The SRP considered the appropriateness of the applicants diagnosis and concluded that although the evidence for a diagnosis of PTSD appeared to be somewhat marginal based on the available data, there did not appear to be a preponderance of evidence to support any other...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000971
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 a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no change in the applicant's unfitting condition; that her prior determination should be modified to reflect placement on the Temporary Disability Retired List...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000979
In an email dated 4 January 2013, she informed him he would need to submit an ETP request and sign a new contract in order to receive the special pay more than once. The applicant provides a memorandum, dated 26 September 2012, issued by the NGB, wherein it stated the enclosed by-name list of ARNG Army Medical Department (AMEDD) officers were approved for an ETP to contract for the special pay bonus (SPB) more than one time. Had he been informed his ETP was approved on 26 September 2012,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000980
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record - Armed Forces of the United States), dated 3 July 1965, shows only his assigned service number (SN) and not his SSN. In the absence of evidence to the contrary, it is presumed what the Army did in his case was correct and his DD Form 214 was prepared with the SSN he provided at the time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000981
The applicant provides: * VA Form 21-22 (Appointment of Veterans Service Organization (VSO) as Claimant's Representative) * Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Form 871-R (Trainee Discharge Program (TDP) Counseling) * 5 pages of TDP paperwork, dated 10 December 1979, subject: Proposed Discharge Action Under the Provisions of the TDP * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) COUNSEL'S REQUEST, STATEMENT AND EVIDENCE: 1. c. He was also advised that, if he did not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000983
The applicant requests an upgrade of his bad conduct discharge (BCD). There is no evidence in the record, nor did he provide evidence, to support his contention that he was falsely accused of the amended charges that he was convicted of resulting in his BCD. 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 | 20140000985
The applicant requests upgrade of his undesirable discharge to general, under honorable conditions. On 27 September 1974, the applicant was discharged accordingly. Based on the applicant's record of 1,420 days of lost time, he clearly did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct for Army personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000990
The program was implemented in July 2009 and the applicant retired on 31 August 2009. A Soldier must meet various criteria to qualify to transfer benefits to an eligible dependent. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by showing the applicant filed his application and the Army approved his request to transfer Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits to his family members prior to his retirement, provided all other program...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000994
A DA Form 4126-R (Bar to Reenlistment Certificate), dated 25 May 1990, shows his company commander recommended he be barred from reenlistment. If, however, the Soldier had a local bar to reenlistment and had less than 18 years of service, the Soldier was to be assigned RE code "3." _______ _ __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 | 20140000994
A DA Form 4126-R (Bar to Reenlistment Certificate), dated 25 May 1990, shows his company commander recommended he be barred from reenlistment. If, however, the Soldier had a local bar to reenlistment and had less than 18 years of service, the Soldier was to be assigned RE code "3." _______ _ __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 | 20140000995
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Item 3 (SSN) of his DD Form 214 shows the SSN "X65-XX-XXXX." His request to change his SSN on his DD Form 214 was carefully considered; however, it is not supported by the evidence of record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000997
The PEB found after a review of the objective medical evidence of record that the applicant's medical condition (disability) of paranoid schizophrenia, the onset of which was prior to military service, was not permanently service aggravated. The DD Form 214 he was issued shows he was discharged under the provisions of paragraph 4-24b(4) of Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation), due to a disability that existed prior to service as determined by...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140000999
On an unspecified date, his immediate commander initiated separation action against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 5-17 (Other designated physical or mental conditions). This regulation provides that prior to discharge or release from active duty individuals will be assigned RE codes based on their service records or the reason for discharge. Army Regulation 635-5-1 (Separation Program Designator (SPD) Codes)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001001
There are no orders or any other documentation in his records indicating he was awarded the Purple Heart or that he was recommended for or awarded the Air Medal. There is no evidence indicating he was wounded twice while in Vietnam and there are no flight records pertaining to the applicant available for review. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds sustained on 10...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001006
c. On 28 January 2004, he was examined for lower back pain. Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation), chapter 5, provides for separation of enlisted Soldiers for non-service aggravated conditions that were EPTS when the Soldier requests waiver of PEB evaluation. The applicant had not completed 180 days or more of active duty service at the time of his separation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001007
On 5 March 1981, the applicant's immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him in accordance with chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel) for misconduct - frequent incidents of a discreditable nature with civil or military authorities. On 20 May 1981, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge under the provisions of chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 by reason of misconduct and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001011
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his separation date as 4 October 2013 and his reentry eligibility (RE) code as 1. The applicant provides: * self-authored statement, dated 6 January 2014 * DD Form 214 for the period 24 March 1997-23 March 2001 (U.S. Marine Corps) * DD Form 214 for the period 30 August 2001-29 August 2004 (U.S. Army) * DD Form 214 for the period 12 June 2006-21 February 2007 (U.S. Air Force...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001011
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his separation date as 4 October 2013 and his reentry eligibility (RE) code as 1. The applicant provides: * self-authored statement, dated 6 January 2014 * DD Form 214 for the period 24 March 1997-23 March 2001 (U.S. Marine Corps) * DD Form 214 for the period 30 August 2001-29 August 2004 (U.S. Army) * DD Form 214 for the period 12 June 2006-21 February 2007 (U.S. Air Force...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001012
Her DD Form 214 shows in: * Item 12a (Date Entered Active Duty This Period) - 2000-05-27 * Item 12b (Separation date This Period) - 2004-11-29 * Item 12c (Net Active Service This Period) - 0008-04-29 * Item 18 (Remarks) Block 12c includes service as a USMA cadet from 19970701 to 20000526 5. For a Soldier who has cadet status, enter "Block 12c includes service as a USMA cadet From (date) To (date); Service not creditable for any purpose in commissioned officer status." As a result, the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001014
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and the Army Achievement Medal. The evidence of record confirms PO awarded the applicant the Combat Infantryman Badge, Purple Heart, and Army Commendation Medal which are not shown on his DD Form 214. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001018
The applicant provides a DD Form 261 (Report of Investigation Line of Duty and Misconduct Status), a WD AGO Form 8-118 (Medical Disposition Board Proceedings for Officers), his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States), and his Honorable Discharge Certificate. By statement, dated 21 March 1955, the company executive officer submitted a Duty and Status Certificate, wherein he certified the applicant, who was attending NCO School, was AWOL at the time his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001019
U.S. Army Personnel Command (PERSCOM) message number 93-164, dated 20 April 1993, announced the criteria for the fiscal year 1993 early retirement program (the first year the program was offered). Personnel approved for early retirement will receive the same benefits as individuals with 20 years or more service except that their retired pay will be reduced. Not only was the 15-year retirement authority not in effect at the time of the applicants discharge, he also did not have the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001021
Item 38 (Record of Assignments) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he received all "excellent" conduct and efficiency ratings throughout his service. This pamphlet shows Company B, 65th Engineer Battalion was awarded the: * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation for the period January 1966 to August 1968 by Department of the Army General Orders (DAGO) Number 48, dated 1971 * Republic of Vietnam Civil Actions Honor Medal First Class Unit Citation for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001023
On 9 May 2007, Headquarters, U.S. Army Training Center, Fort Jackson, SC, published Orders 129-111 deploying him to Iraq with a proceed date of 9 June 2007, a report date of 24 June 2007, and assignment to the MNF-I. At the time he tested in the foreign language, Army Regulation 611-6 (Army Language Program), dated 16 February 1996, and Military Personnel Message (MILPER) Number 04-185 (Foreign Language Proficiency Pay (FLPP)), dated 24 June 2004, were the regulatory guidance which...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001026
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. He attended Pawnee Mental Health Classes on 10 October 1985. c. He provided urinalysis samples that tested positive on 8 August 1985 and 10 December 1985. d. In consultation between ADAPCP staff and the company commander, it was determined that the applicant was a rehabilitative failure based on the criteria of sub-standard duty performance and his continued abuse of alcohol and other drugs. The record shows he was discharged as an...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001027
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 11 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001027 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Legion of Merit. The applicant provides a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) and Legion of Merit Certificate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001028
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. 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. As a result, the Board recommends that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001031
Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the AGCM was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. The evidence of record shows the applicant was promoted to SGT (E-5) and awarded MOS 05C4O; however, item 23a of his DD Form 214 shows MOS 05C2O. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001033
The applicant requests, in effect, affirmation of his general discharge under the provisions of the Special Discharge Review Program (SDRP). On 1 June 1977, the Army Discharge Review Board (ADRB) upgraded the applicant's discharge to general under honorable conditions under the provisions of the SDRP. As a result, his record of service did not meet the standards of acceptable conduct and performance of duty for Army personnel and there is insufficient basis to affirm his general discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001034
The applicant requests the DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) of her deceased husband, a former service member (FSM), be corrected to show in item 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) the entry "Service-connected, received service-connected at 50-percent rating" vice "Disability, Existed Prior to Service, Physical Evaluation Board (PEB)." Physical examination revealed no gross abnormalities: tenderness to palpation of the plantar fasciitis on the right foot...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001036
The applicant requests: a. upgrade of his Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device for heroism on 11 March 1968 to the Silver Star; and b. correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation and Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB). His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * BSM with "V" Device *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001038
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her "discharge records" to show she had hearing loss in her right ear. Though the Board does not have her complete medical records, her records do contain a DA Form 3349 and DA Form 1811 documenting her hearing loss.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001041
It shows, in pertinent part, the DD Form 214 will not be issued to enlisted personnel who are dropped from a period of service because of fraudulent enlistment (chapter 14, AR 635-200). The applicant contends, in effect, that his characterization of service, record of service, and RE code on the DD Form 214 he was issued should be corrected to show he was honorably discharged with at least 90 days of creditable active service, and an RE code that does not require a waiver. The evidence of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001045
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 23 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001045 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. On 13 May 2010, he was honorably retired under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation) paragraph 4-24b(2) and placed on the TDRL. ___________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 | 20140001051
In the notification for discharge, she was told that if approved she would receive an entry level separation with uncharacterized service. The regulation required an uncharacterized description of service for separation under this chapter. The regulation required an uncharacterized description of service for separation under this chapter.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001051
In the notification for discharge, she was told that if approved she would receive an entry level separation with uncharacterized service. The regulation required an uncharacterized description of service for separation under this chapter. The regulation required an uncharacterized description of service for separation under this chapter.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001054
(e) An SF 180 (Request Pertaining to Military Record) wherein he requested correction of his DD Form 214 to show award of the Purple Heart on 10 March 1969. b. There is insufficient evidence of record and the applicant provided none to show he sustained injuries as a result of enemy action during his period of service in Vietnam which clearly justified award of the Purple Heart. Notwithstanding his award of CRSC and a VA service-connected disability rating for his combat-related...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001055
The evidence of record confirms his last name was listed with the fifth letter as "h" upon his induction into the AUS, and this is the last name he used throughout his military service. Therefore, he is entitled to correction of his DD Form 214 to show these unit awards. Issuing the applicant a Purple Heart Certificate with all the information shown on the one he provided (except social security numbers are no longer listed on award certificates) except with his last name spelled as shown...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001056
LTG WP stated that as the Director, Acquisition Career Management he was requesting the DA Form 1574 be placed in the restricted folder of two Army acquisition officers, the applicant's and MAJ JD's AMHRR, in accordance with Army Regulation 600-8-104 (AMHRR Management). c. As a result, of the two additional reviews, 117 pages of documents, to include the Army Regulation 15-6 investigation and GOMOR, were filed in the restricted folder of that applicant's AMHRR. The applicant states a case...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001057
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states: * on 14 September 2006, he was commissioned in the Maryland Army National Guard (MDARNG) and signed an OAB Addendum * he decided to make the Army his career after serving nearly 3 years with the Guard, serving one combat tour in Iraq, and 18 months on active duty * he attempted to acquire an Active Guard Reserve or technician position within the MDARNG for several months;...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001059
The applicant requests, in effect, that his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show the following: * That he was retired by reason of permanent disability * All of his military courses attended to include his military drivers license * That he was awarded an Expiration of Term of Service (ETS) award * His awards of the Romanian Parachutist Badge, Infantry Cord, and Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) 2. The applicant states, in effect, that his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001063
The NGB Form 22, dated 29 July 2012, as provided by the applicant provides the following * service in the Army/Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS)/GAARNG * net service this period 35 years and 20 days * prior Reserve service 1 month and 3 days * prior active Federal Service 2 years, 2 months, and 24 days * total service for pay 37 years, 4 months, 17 days * total service for retirement pay 35 years, 5 months, and 20 days * transfer to the Retired Reserve * Authority...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001064
The applicant requests the removal from the restricted folder of his Army Military Human Resource Record (AMHRR) of a: * DA Form 1574 (Report of Proceedings by Investigating Officer/Board of Officers), dated 12 June 2012 * memorandum, dated 2 July 2013, issued by Lieutenant General (LTG) WP 2. A second investigation was conducted and as a result, the original AR 15-6 ROP and the GOMOR were filed in the restricted folder of his AMHRR. The applicant contends the memorandum and AR 15-6 ROP...