ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010058
On 6 September 2012, the applicants immediate commander notified the applicant of his intent to initiate separation action against his in accordance with Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 14-12(c) for misconduct-commission of a serious offense. Therefore, there is no basis for upgrading his general discharge to an honorable discharge. _______ _ _X______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010061
The applicant requests that he be awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and the Berlin Occupation Medal. The applicants records show that he served with an infantry unit in Vietnam as a first cook. _______ _ _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 | 20140010062
Service members qualified for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM) by reasons of service between 24 October 2001 and 28 February 2005, in an area for which the Afghanistan Campaign Medal was subsequently authorized, will remain qualified for that medal. The GWOTEM is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who deployed abroad for service in Global War on Terrorism operations on or after 11 September 2001 to a date to be determined. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010063
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Korea Defense Service Medal and the Career Counselor Badge. Therefore, his records should be corrected to show this unit award. 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 ending on 30 June 1987 the Vietnam Service Medal; and b. showing, in addition to the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010064
The applicant provides: * DA Form 1705 * Veterans of Foreign wars Eligibility Information * Criteria for award of the National Defense Service Medal * Criteria for award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal * Criteria for award of the Vietnam Service Medal (previously considered) * 173rd Airborne Brigade History CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. His DA Form 24 (Service Record) shows in: * Section 5 (Service Outside Continental United States (CONUS)), he served in Okinawa from 9 August 1962...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010065
The DFAS official stated the law provided for a reduction or elimination of COLA during the 1st year of retirement and confirmed the applicant did not receive the benefit of any of the 2012 COLA increase that would have been effective 1 December 2011. e. The applicant offered that the law the DFAS official cited provided for a one-time reduction in COLA during the 1st year of eligibility for retirement pursuant to Title 10, USC, section 1401a, and that his eligibility for retired pay dated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010066
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests removal of the general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR), dated 8 March 2012, from the performance folder of her official military personnel file (OMPF). Army Regulation 600-37 provides that an administrative memorandum of reprimand may be issued by an individual's commander, by superiors in the chain of command, and by any general officer or officer exercising general...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010066
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests removal of the general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR), dated 8 March 2012, from the performance folder of her official military personnel file (OMPF). Army Regulation 600-37 provides that an administrative memorandum of reprimand may be issued by an individual's commander, by superiors in the chain of command, and by any general officer or officer exercising general...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010067
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Accordingly, he was discharged under honorable conditions on 26 September 1990, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, due to misconduct commission of a serious offense. 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 | 20140010068
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 Silver Star, Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device, and Purple Heart. Section 21 (Medals, Decorations, and Citations) of his Service Record does not show authorization for the Silver Star or Purple Heart. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Silver Star is awarded for gallantry in action against the enemy.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010069
Counsel states, in effect: * he provides the background of the FSM's discharge, which resulted from a medical evaluation board (MEB) finding the FSM's medical condition of osteomyelitis (infection/inflammation of the bone or bone marrow) existed prior to service (EPTS) and was not service-aggravated * in reaching their decision, the MEB clearly violated the presumption of soundness principle found in Title 38 of U.S. Code (USC), section 1111, as interpreted in the U.S. Court of Appeals,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010074
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 3 March 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140010074 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's records show he enlisted in the Regular Army (RA) on 7 June 1965. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by awarding the applicant the Special Forces Tab and adding this award to his DD Form 214, ending on 31 May 1992.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010076
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) be corrected to show any and all awards and decorations he was awarded during his term of service. c. item 27 (Decoration, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized), he was awarded or authorized: * Army Occupation Medal (Japan) * Korean Service Medal with four bronze service stars * United Nations Ribbon (now titled the United Nations Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010077
At that time, Chapter 14 provided that an individual could be discharged for desertion or AWOL either before or after return to military control if: a. _______ _ __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) AR20140010077 3 ARMY BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS 1 ABCMR Record of Proceedings (cont)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010080
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DD Form 214 shows the following: a. Since his DD Form 214 shows he served 2 years of net service between his date of induction and his date of separation, there is clearly a discrepancy between the two dates.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010083
The applicant states that, because of previous payments he made towards his student loans, the OAB is actually more financially beneficial to him. It concluded that the SLRP was more financially advantageous to him. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing he elected the OAB when he enlisted in the USAR on 7 August 2009; and b. authorizing payment of the OAB by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010086
On 21 May 1973, his immediate commander notified him of his intent to initiate separation action against him under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel) due to fraudulent enlistment. On 26 June 1973, the separation authority approved the discharge action and ordered the applicant be discharged in accordance with chapter 14 of Army Regulation 635-200 and the issuance of a General Discharge Certificate. His DD Form 214 shows he was discharge...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010087
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. The available evidence shows the applicant was fully eligible to transfer his education benefits to his dependents under the TEB provision of the Post 9/11 GI Bill prior to retirement. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010091
The applicant requests correction of his records to show his middle name spelled as "B___" instead of "R___." His DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) lists his middle name as he requests, "B___." _______ _ 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 | 20140010093
There are no orders in the available records showing he was promoted to SP5/E-5. There is no evidence and he provided no evidence showing he was promoted to SP5 by proper authority prior to his REFRAD on 13 January 1968. Therefore, there is insufficient evidence on which to base the requested relief.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010094
Given her medically related discharge and over 181 days of active duty service, she should have been given an honorable discharge for the convenience of the Army. The DD Form 214 she was issued confirms in * Item 12c (Record of Service Net Active Service This Period), she was credited with completing 6 months and 16 days of active military service * Item 23 (Type of Separation), she was released from active duty * Item 24 (Character of Service), her service was characterized as "Entry...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010095
As a new issue, he requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Records and Report of Separation-Honorable Service) to show two awards of the Bronze Star Medal. The applicant's military records are not available to the Board for review. However, in the absence of official orders or other documentary evidence confirming appointment or promotion to a higher grade there is insufficient evidence to correct item 3 of his WD AGO Form 53-55 to show the rank he held on 11 March 1946 was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010098
Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel from the Army. The evidence of record confirms the applicant enlisted in the RA on 2 September 1975 and was honorably discharged on 18 December 1975 under the TDP which is properly shown on his DD Form 214. There is no evidence in his records and he did not provide any evidence that shows he served on active duty beyond his date of separation (18 December 1975).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010100
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). U.S. Army Vietnam Regulation 672-1 (Decorations and Awards) further provided for award of the CIB. U.S. Army Vietnam Regulation 672-1 made additional provisions for award of the CIB to personnel serving as a radio operators provided their primary duty was to accompany infantry or infantry-type units on tactical operations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010101
The applicant requests reconsideration of his previous request for removal of a noncommissioned officer (NCO) evaluation report (NCOER) covering the period November 1997 to July 1998 from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF), promotion reconsideration to all grades above rank/pay grade staff sergeant (SSG)/E-6, and retirement in rank/pay grade sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7 as a minimum. The applicant states: a. However, he has provided insufficient evidence and argument to support...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010104
On 3 October 1973, the separation authority approved the applicant's discharge request and directed that he be reduced to the lowest enlisted grade and discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10 and given an under other than honorable conditions discharge. * Does the applicant's military record contain documentation of a diagnosis of PTSD or PTSD-related symptoms? * Did the applicant have a history of misconduct prior to the occurrence of the traumatic event?
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010109
The applicant requests correction of his records by awarding him the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) and Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) was awarded by the Government of Vietnam to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam during the period 1 March 1961 through 28 March 1973. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010110
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). There is no evidence in the available records that show he was wounded as a result of hostile action. Regrettably, the statement he provided is insufficient evidence to support award of the PH in this case.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010112
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * National Defense Service Medal * Vietnam Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) 8. 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, 1 year served entirely during the period 7 December 1941 to 2 March 1946; and, for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010116
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 19 February 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140010116 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests that his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) dated 26 July 1965 be corrected to show that he served 2 years, 3 months and 24 days of foreign service. 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 | 20140010118
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his last name as "HXmmXXX" instead of "HXmXXX." Item 1 (Last Name First Name Middle Name) of his DD Form 4 (Enlistment Record Armed Forces of the United States) shows his last name as "HXmXXX" and he authenticated the form by signing his name, representing his last name as "HXmXXX." Sometimes he spelled his last name as "HXmXXX" and other times he spelled...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010120
The applicant states, in effect, that her second deployment to Iraq and all of her foreign service are not reflected on her DD Form 214. Her DD Form 214 issued at the time of her discharge shows only one deployment to Kuwait/Iraq for the period 24 April 2003 through 24 July 2004. Thus, it would be appropriate to correct her DD Form 214 to show this second period of foreign service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010121
The applicant contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show award of the Parachutist Badge and the CIB for his combat service in the RVN. The evidence clearly shows that the applicant was awarded an infantryman MOS and was assigned to an infantry unit of brigade, regimental, or smaller size while assigned in the RVN. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010122
The FSM's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. The applicant also provides ABCMR Proceedings, dated December 8, 1982 which shows 11 applicants, who were among a group of 43 American Soldiers of Japanese extractions who were assembled in front of the orderly room of Company B, 33rd Training Battalion on 20 March 1944 that the battalion commander had instructed to march to the Field House, applied to the ABCMR for correction to their records by: a. setting...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010123
Incorporated herein by reference are military records which were summarized in the previous consideration of the applicant's case by the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) in Docket Number AR20070004987 on 1 November 2007. He states his medical records show the wound being cleaned but he does not provide those medical records. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) provides that the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010124
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). 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. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010125
His DD Form 214 issued at the time of his REFRAD shows he was awarded the Korean Service Medal with two bronze service stars and the United Nations Service Medal. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the Republic of Korea War Service Medal (ROKWSM) is awarded to members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served in Korea and adjacent waters between 25 June 1950 and 27 July 1953. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: *...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010129
His available records are void of any indication showing he was authorized or awarded the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal during his period of service in the USAR. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal was established by the Secretary of the Army on 3 March 1971 and amended by Department of the Army General Orders 4, 1974. The applicant was not a member of a Reserve component unit during this period.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010130
It states the SPD code JGA is the appropriate code to assign to Soldiers separated under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 11, by reason of entry-level performance and conduct. Army Regulation 635-200 further states 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. There is no evidence that indicates he was any less mature than other Soldiers of the same age who...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010131
Public Law 110-252 limits the eligibility to transfer unused benefits to those members of the Armed Forces who are serving on active duty or a member of the Selected Reserve. On 22 June 2009, the DOD established the criteria for eligibility and transfer of unused educational benefits to eligible family members. The applicant was eligible to transfer his education benefits under the TEB prior to retirement, but there is no evidence he did so.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010132
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Southwest Asia Service Medal (SWASM), Army Service Ribbon (ASR), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM), and Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM). The regulation provided that for: * item 12f, enter the total amount of foreign service completed during the period covered in item 12c (Net Active Service This Period) from the Soldier's record * item 18 for an active...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010136
He went above and beyond, not only for the Army or himself, but for the Army's future NCOs, his Soldiers. An Enlisted Record Brief, dated 13 November 2012, that shows the applicant's rank/grade was reduced from SGT/E-5 to specialist (SPC)/E-4 on 15 February 2012. The applicant provides a self-authored statement to the Army Grade Determination Review Board (AGDRB), dated 26 March 2014, in which he states: a.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010139
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 12 March 2000 to show her home of record (HOR) as San Antonio, Texas. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 * driver's license information * DA Form 71 (Oath of Office) * Texas dental license * tax documents * real estate purchase agreement/settlement statement CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Correction of the HOR must be based on evidence that a bona fide error...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010145
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 22 January 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140010145 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His DD Form 214 issued at the time of discharge shows the SSN that is contained on his Social Security Card. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by deleting the SSN contained on his DD Form 214, dated 25 August 1967, and replacing it with the SSN that is contained on his Social Security Card.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010146
The applicant requests award of the Purple Heart. The applicant provides: * Standard Form 600 (Chronological Record of Medical Care) * Standard Form 180 (Request Pertaining to Military Records) CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant's request for award of the Purple Heart was carefully considered.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010152
On 20 August 2004, the CAARNG published State Orders 233-1101 appointing him in the ARNG in the rank of CPT as an SP officer, effective 18 August 2004. Discussion: [Applicant] believes he should have received a promotion date effective 2 February 2009 because of the 4-year delay in correcting and processing his DA Form 5074-1-R for creditable service in a required grade. As a result, the Board recommends that all Army National Guard and Department of the Army records of the individual...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010153
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). U.S. Army Human Resources Command Orders A-05-809714, dated 23 May 2008, show the applicant was retained on active duty to participate in the Reserve Component Warriors in Transition Medical Retention Processing Program for the completion of medical care and treatment. Notwithstanding his sincerity, in the absence of documentation that conclusively shows he was wounded or injured as a result of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010157
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows he entered active duty this period on 2 March 1979 and he was discharged on 10 February 1983 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. The applicant contends his discharge should be upgraded because he served honorably in the RA from 1972 to 1981 and he had a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010158
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the last digit of his social security number (SSN) as "5" vice "6." 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. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140010164
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show: * her deployment to Iraq * additional 2 months and 3 days in item 12f (Foreign Service) * award of the: * Global War on Terrorism Service Medal (GWOTSM) * Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (GWOTEM) * Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) * Overseas Service Ribbon (OSR) (2nd Award) 2. The evidence of record shows she served on active duty on 11 September 2001 and for...