ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011210
The applicant's complete military records are not available for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 states the United Nations Service Medal (UNSM) is awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the United States dispatched to Korea or adjacent areas on behalf of the UN during the period between 27 June 1950 and 27 July 1954. 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 (1st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011212
It 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 and, for the first award only, upon termination of service on or after 27 June 1950 of less than 3 years but more than 1 year. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) at this time and correct his DD Form 214 to show this award. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011213
The case is being considered using the DD Form 214 provided with the application and reconstructed records provided by NPRC which consist of general court-martial orders. There is no indication he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations. Based on the available evidence, his service does not appear to merit an honorable discharge.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011214
The applicant requests removal of a general officer memorandum of reprimand (GOMOR) and all related documents from his official military personnel file (OMPF). c. In particular, the BOI revealed two essential facts: (1) The alleged threatening comments by the applicant were made to a medical provider executing a psychological assessment; and (2) At the time of the alleged unprofessional comments the applicant was suffering from an undiagnosed and untreated mental health condition which was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011218
c. The Korea Defense Service Medal (KDSM) 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. This evidence, coupled with the ARCOM he received from 14 November 2001 through 4 April 2002, is appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 to document his deployment to Kuwait in item 18. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011220
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 an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the appropriateness of the change in diagnosis and noted that the diagnosis of adjustment disorder was used by the MEB, PEB, and the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011221
The applicant's Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) contains a DA Form 41 (Record of Emergency Data) dated 25 September 1964 which shows "xxx-xx-xxx3" as his SSN. Therefore, it would be appropriate to correct it to show his SSN as recorded on his DD Form 398, DA Form 41, and Social Security Card. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his DD Form 214 to show his SSN as recorded on his DD Form 398.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011222
The Vietnam Service Medal (VSM) is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United States for qualifying service in Vietnam after 3 July 1965 through 28 March 1973. The evidence of record shows: a. GOs awarded the applicant the * ARCOM for meritorious service * ARCOM (1st OLC) for meritorious achievement b. the applicant qualified for award of the VSM and he participated in four campaigns during his service in Vietnam. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011223
On 21 December 1988, he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 14-12c, for misconduct commission of a serious offense with a general discharge. His service record does not indicate he applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within that board's 15-year statute of limitations. Although an under other than honorable conditions discharge is normally appropriate for a Soldier discharged under the provisions of Army...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011224
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 4 February 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011224 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. No document in the applicant's official record shows her name as G____, Y____ N. D. or G____, Y____ N____ D____. A copy of this Record of Proceedings will be filed in the applicant's Official Military Personnel File to serve as a record of her various names for future reference.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011227
All units assigned in Vietnam from 8 February 1962 through 28 March 1973 were awarded the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, based on Department of the Army General Order Number 8, dated 1974. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), then in effect, provided that the Purple Heart was awarded to any member of an Armed Force or any civilian national of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the U.S. armed services...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011229
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 changes in the applicant's MH diagnoses, the physical evaluation board (PEB) fitness determination; and if unfitting, whether the provisions of the Department of Veterans Affairs Schedule for Rating Disabilities (VASRD) Section...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011231
A Statement of Personal History, as filed in the applicant's military records, for the period of service commencing in 1948, shows his date of birth as 26 September 1929. The applicant's DD Form 214 ending on 30 November 1976 shows his date of birth as 28 February 1928 and his rank as SGM. The applicant contends that his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show: * His date of birth as 26 September 1929 * His correct rank as CSM 2.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011233
The applicant states that when he was released from active duty he was unaware he could transfer his education benefits. The policy further states the Secretaries of the Military Departments will provide active duty participants and members of the Reserve Components with qualifying active duty service individual pre-separation or release from active duty counseling on the benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill and document accordingly and maintain records for individuals who receive...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011234
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 an MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP determined that no MH diagnoses were changed to the applicant's possible disadvantage in the disability evaluation process.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011237
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests an upgrade of his general discharge to honorable. On 24 May 1984, the applicant was discharged under honorable conditions for unsatisfactory performance under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 13.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011238
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. The SRP noted the higher 70 percent rating was for occupational and social impairment, with deficiencies in most areas, such as work, school, family relations, judgment, thinking, or mood. Available treatment records at the time leading up to TDRL entry recorded a history of suicidal ideation without plan or intent, but no visits to the emergency room and no psychiatric...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011241
On 20 October 2008, the applicant's unit notified him that a review of his Army medical records, to include his current retention physical, by the appropriate Department of the Army authority revealed that he no longer met Army medical standards for retention based on his current medical condition of seizures in accordance with chapter 3 of Army Regulation 40-501. f. Paragraph 10-26 states National Guard Soldiers with non-duty related medical conditions who are pending separation for...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011242
The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the MH condition during processing through the military Disability Evaluation System (DES). The SRP considered if there was evidence for a VASRD section 4.130 rating higher than the 30 percent adjudicated by the PEB at time of separation. The SRP discussed the VA rating of 50 percent but noted it was based on an examination after separation that indicated some increase in depressive symptoms.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011243
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 to the applicant's disability and retirement determination. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011244
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests, in effect, his separation orders be corrected to show the narrative reason for separation as either "Miscellaneous/General Reasons" or "Secretarial Authority." Orders R021-4, dated 21 January 1999, issued by Headquarters, U.S. Army Special Operations Command, shows the applicant was discharged from the USAR under honorable conditions (general) by authority of Army Regulation 135-175 (Separation of Officers),...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011245
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 consensus was that there was not a preponderance of evidence on which the SRP could base a recommendation for diagnosis change to PTSD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011245
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 consensus was that there was not a preponderance of evidence on which the SRP could base a recommendation for diagnosis change to PTSD.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011246
* the GOMOR and AER record the misconduct which occurred as well as the command actions taken to address that misconduct * the GOMOR is an administrative measure with its own due process; comparisons to civilian legal practices might instruct but would lack relevance * by placing it in the applicant's permanent OMPF the imposing officer clearly felt the applicant's misconduct warranted the ability of future reviewers, evaluating him for possible favorable personnel actions, to know what...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011247
The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the MH condition during processing through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). The diagnosis of PTSD by the IDES Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Compensation and Pension (C&P) examiner was considered by the medical evaluation board (MEB) psychologist who concluded that the applicant did not meet the diagnostic criteria for PTSD. The SRP concluded the diagnosis of episodic mood disorder...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011248
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 also considered if the diagnosis should be changed. The SRP determined that there is not a preponderance of evidence to support a change in the diagnosis.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011249
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 concluded that the preponderance of evidence did not support any change in diagnosis.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011250
The applicant requests a review of the military disability evaluation pertaining to a mental health (MH) condition. There were also a lot of discrepancies that show a lack of documentation which is why there was a problem with his PTSD being properly recorded in his records. He made a number of statements that showed suicidal and homicidal ideation.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011251
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 to the applicant's disability and retirement determination. After due deliberation in consideration of the preponderance of the evidence, the SRP...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011252
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 by majority vote recommends that the applicant's prior separation be modified to reflect a Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) rating of 50 percent, in accordance with of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011252
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 by majority vote recommends that the applicant's prior separation be modified to reflect a Temporary Disability Retired List (TDRL) rating of 50 percent, in accordance with of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011254
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 a comprehensive review of the applicant's case, the SRP determined by unanimous vote that there should be no change to the applicant's disability and...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011255
The applicant submitted an application through the Department of Defense (DOD) Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) MH Special Review Panel (SRP). 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 reviewed the record for evidence that the next higher rating should have been awarded.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011255
The applicant submitted an application through the Department of Defense (DOD) Physical Disability Board of Review (PDBR) MH Special Review Panel (SRP). 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 reviewed the record for evidence that the next higher rating should have been awarded.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011256
The Army rates only conditions determined to be physically unfitting at the time of discharge which disqualify the Soldier from further military service. The PEB determined he was physically unfit for further military service. The PEB did so and rated his condition 10 percent disabling.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011257
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 7 August 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011257 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Counsel requests removal of a GOMOR from the restricted section of the applicants OMPF because it has served its purpose.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011260
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, 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 while still on active duty.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011261
The applicant requests correction of her records to show she elected transfer of her educational benefits to her dependents under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision. The policy states an eligible individual is any member of the Armed Forces on or after 1 August 2009 who, at the time of 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 in the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011262
DFAS advised that the applicant could apply to the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) for a decision regarding the entitlement to Full Separation Pay. In addition, the evidence of record shows that DFAS confirmed the applicant is not entitled to nor did he receive separation pay. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. amending the additional instructions of Headquarters, Joint Readiness...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011268
The applicant requests an upgrade of his uncharacterized discharge to an honorable discharge. The DD Form 214 issued upon his discharge shows he was separated under the provisions Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Separations), paragraph 5-11, by reason of failure to meet procurement medical fitness standards and he received an "uncharacterized" description of service. The characterization of service for Soldiers separated under this provision of regulation will...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011270
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his records to show his date of birth (DOB) as 29 July instead of 28 July. 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 | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011274
He states: * he was not awarded the CMB or AGCM * he was not awarded the RVN Gallantry Cross, but he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal (BSM) with "V" Device and the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) for deeds of valor and heroism in Vietnam * he served as a combat medic in Vietnam but was not awarded the CMB 3. His records are void of documentation showing he was awarded the RVN Gallantry Cross as an individual award or that he received authorization to accept and wear this award. As a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011279
The applicant requests correction of item 28 (Most Significant Duty Assignment) of his DD form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show he was performing the duties of a medical officer. He provided his DD Form 214 that shows he was inducted into the Army of the United States on 14 July 1954 and served in MOS 141.10. The evidence of record shows the applicant served on active duty from 14 July 1954 to 29 May 1956.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011281
A DD Form 2656-1 (SBP Election Statement for Former Spouse Coverage) was not filed by her or the FSM within 1 year of their divorce. He and the applicant divorced on 24 April 2002. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. showing the FSM made a written request to change his SBP spouse coverage to former spouse coverage on 1 May 2002 and the request was accepted and processed by the appropriate office in a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011282
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show in: * item 12f (Foreign Service), his foreign service in Southwest Asia * item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) the: * Southwest Asia Service Medal * Kuwait Liberation Medal (Saudi Arabia) * Kuwait Liberation Medal (Kuwait) 2. The Southwest Asia Service Medal is awarded to all members of the Armed Forces of the United...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011283
The applicant requests: * an upgrade of his under other than honorable conditions discharge * correction of his dates of service 2. The DD Form 214 he was issued at the time shows he was discharged for the good of the service - in lieu of a court-martial with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. Army Regulation 635-200 sets forth the basic authority for the separation of enlisted personnel.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011284
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: a. his foreign service in Vietnam; and b. award of the Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960), National Defense Service Medal, and Army Good Conduct Medal. His DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) shows he served in Vietnam from 15 August through 13 October 1965. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011285
The applicant states: * the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) confirms 100 percent service-connection for injuries resulting from treatment as a prisoner of war (POW) * the law amended the criteria for award of the Purple Heart in February 1996 to persons wounded as a POW before April 1962 * the law states the Secretary shall treat a former POW who was wounded before 25 April 1962 while held as a POW or while being taken captive in the same manner as a former POW who was wounded or after...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011286
From 1951 to 1962, item 24 of the DD Form 214 in effect at the time showed the total active duty outside the continental limits of the United States for the period covered by the DD Form 214. b. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states that the Korea Defense Service Medal is authorized for award to members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served on active duty in support of the defense of the Republic of Korea. Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Military Awards), in effect at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011287
The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. There is no evidence in his reconstructed records and he did not provide any substantiating evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action, treated for such wounds, or that his treatment was made a matter of official record. In the absence of documentary evidence that shows he was wounded or injured as a result of hostile action and treated for those wounds, regrettably, there...