ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001065
On 16 December 2010, his commander requested he be discharged for failing to meet Army physical fitness standards with a general discharge under honorable conditions. All Soldiers with 6 or more years of total military service on the date of initiation of recommendation for separation, or if being considered for separation under other than honorable conditions have the right to an administrative separation board. b. Paragraph 6-35 lists the reasons, applicability, codes, and board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001066
The applicant requests reconsideration of her earlier request for correction of her records as follows: a. verification that her Provider Credentials File (PCF) and all records correctly reflect her active duty voluntary discharge in accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation (AR) 600-8-24 (Officer Transfers and Discharges), paragraph 2-7, and U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) unqualified resignation IAW AR 135-175 (Separation of Officers), paragraph 6-10(a)(1); b. removal and destruction of all documents...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001068
The snipers were supposed to fire at Eagle Company Soldiers in battle positions on the roof of the COP both initially, and after they were fixed by the enemy attack positions directly north of the COP. The extraordinary leadership and selfless courage displayed by [applicant] while under direct enemy fire inspired the soldiers and leaders of Eagle Company throughout the seven hour battle and resulted in the successful defense of COP Blackfoot, as well as considerable enemy losses. (2)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001072
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. However, her DD Form 214 shows that on 11 July 1980, she was discharged under honorable conditions in the pay grade of E-2 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-31h(2) and the Expeditious Discharge Program (EDP) due to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001087
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests reconsideration of her previously-denied request for removal of a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR), dated 20 March 2009, from her official military personnel file (OMPF). The applicant states that since her original request to have the GOMOR removed, she was subjected to a show-cause board that recommended she be retained in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001091
The DD Form 214 he was issued for this period of service shows he was discharged in the rank of SP5 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-212 by reason of unsuitability (separation program number (SPN) 246) with an under honorable conditions characterization of service. For Vietnam service, one Overseas Service Bar was authorized for each period of 6 months active Federal service as a member of a U.S. Service in Vietnam from 1 July 1958 to 28 March 1973. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001092
The applicant requests adjustment of his date of rank (DOR) to chief warrant officer two (CW2) from 10 January 2013 to 14 July 2012, based on the completion of 24 months time in grade (TIG) and the required military education requirements. The record shows he completed the Warrant Officer Candidate Course and was initially appointed to warrant officer one (WO1) effective 15 July 2010. The evidence of record shows the applicant was initially appointed to WO1 on 15 July 2010.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001094
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending 17 December 1993 to show her character of service as honorable instead of uncharacterized. The applicant provides: * DD Form 214 for the period ending 17 December 1993 * U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) discharge orders CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. Since she was in an entry-level status when she was released from active duty in 1993, her service was uncharacterized...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001095
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) for the period ending 20 January 1977 to show: a. her monthly drills (inactive duty training (IDT) periods) in the U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) from February to August 1976 as active duty service; and b. her rank as sergeant (SGT)/E-5. The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 for the period ending 20 January 1977 to show her monthly IDT periods from February to August 1976 as active duty...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001096
The applicant, the son of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests correction of his father's WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to add: * Distinctive Unit Badge (properly known as Distinguished Unit Citation and currently known as the Presidential Unit Citation) * Belgian Fourragere * American Campaign Medal * Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar 2. The applicant has not submitted sufficient evidence and the FSM's record...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001099
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 11 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001099 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. As a matter of equity, her records should be corrected to show she elected not to participate in the SBP, her spouse concurred, and DFAS timely processed her request. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * showing the applicant timely completed a DD Form 2656 electing not to participate...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001100
Because the applicant's physical condition was not medically unfitting for retention at the time of his discharge there was no basis for a medical retirement or disability separation from active duty. The Army must find that a service member is physically unfit to reasonably perform his or her duties and assign an appropriate disability rating before he or she can be medically retired or separated from active duty. The Army must find that a service member is physically unfit to reasonably...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001102
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he served in Afghanistan from 22 June 2011 to 22 June 2012 vice Iraq. The applicant states he was deployed to Afghanistan from 22 June 2011 to 22 June 2012; however, his DD Form 214 shows this period of service as Iraq. The evidence of record confirms the applicant served in Kuwait/Afghanistan from 15 July 2011 to 16 June 2012 as evidenced by DFAS stating that was the period...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001106
These medical records were previously considered by the Board; b. orders for award of the Combat Infantryman Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and Army Achievement Medal. 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 AR20130004973 on 22 October 2013. These certificates are new evidence that will be considered by the Board.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001118
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show the Army Achievement Medal (AAM). The DA Form 638 provided in this case confirms a recommendation to award the applicant the AAM was approved by the appropriate award authority and this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001119
The applicant requests his general discharge under honorable conditions be upgraded to an honorable discharge. In item 35 (Law Violations) of this form he was required to list all involvement with law enforcement authorities. He stated in that case, he was only charged with littering.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001120
Department of Defense Instruction 1332.38, subject: Physical Disability Evaluation, states a physical disability evaluation shall include a determination and supporting documentation on whether the member's physical disability compensation is excluded from Federal gross income under Title 26 USC 104. a. SPD Code of "JFI" is appropriate when the narrative reason for discharge is disability, severance pay, combat-related, and the authority is Army Regulation 635-40, chapter 4; b. SPD Code of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001122
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show completion of a Leadership School at Fort Ord, CA. The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Item 30 (Service Schools or Colleges, College Training Courses and/or Post-Graduate Courses Successfully Completed) of his DD Form 214 shows the entry Southwestern Signal School, Camp San Luis Obispo, CA, from 2 May to 22 October...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001124
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 27 December 1965 to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-XX8X instead of XXX-XX-XX9X. This regulation stated the complete name and SSN of the separating service member would be entered on the DD Form 214. As a result, it would be appropriate to correct his DD Form 214 for the period ending 27 December 1965 to show his SSN as shown on his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001125
Additionally, he requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) for the period ending on 2 March 1988 be corrected to show: * Item 12a (Date Entered Active Duty (AD) this Period) 28 March 1986 * 12h (Effective Date of Pay Grade) an unidentified date * Item 14 (i.e., should be Item 11 (Primary Specialty Number, Title and Years and Months in Specialty)) add military occupational specialty (MOS) of 75E (Personnel Actions Specialist) * Item 18 (Remarks) correct...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001126
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. Chapter 10 of that regulation provides, in pertinent part, that a member who has committed an offense or offenses for which the authorized punishment includes a punitive discharge may, submit a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001132
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he qualified expert with the mortar and completed the following military training: * Infantry School * Air Assault School * Combat Lifesaver Course * Force Protection and Antiterrorism Training (FP/AT) 2. Therefore, since the applicant has provided his Combat Lifesaver Course completion certificate, it is appropriate to include the course in item 14 of the applicant's DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001133
The applicant states his final DD Form 214 does not reflect all of his foreign service or the above awards. However, the applicant previously served during a qualifying period for award of the Overseas Service Ribbon and it should be added to his DD Form 214 at this time. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * Deleting the awards of the Army Commendation Medal and Army Achievement (3rd Award) from his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001134
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for her service in Korea while stationed at the 121st Evacuation Hospital, Yongsan, Korea. Army Regulation 600-8-22, table 2-2 lists Korea as a qualifying area for the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal during the period 1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001135
However, there is insufficient evidence in the available records and he did not submit substantiating evidence that shows he was personally present and under hostile fire while serving in his assigned infantry duty in an infantry unit that was actively engaged in ground combat with the enemy. In the absence of additional documentary evidence that specifically places him under hostile fire while serving in his assigned infantry duty in an infantry unit that was actively engaged in ground...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001138
The applicant enlisted in the USAR with a $15,000.00 prior service enlistment bonus agreement and actually received $11,250.00. The applicant did not serve in the USAR for the entire time he was paid a bonus and the unearned portion should be recouped. In view of the foregoing findings and conclusions, it would be appropriate to correct the applicant's records as recommended below: BOARD VOTE: ________ ________ ________ GRANT FULL RELIEF ____x___ ___x____ ____x___ GRANT PARTIAL...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001143
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. On 16 September 2005, the Army Discharge Review Board determined he had been properly discharged and denied his request for a change in the type and nature of his discharge. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge UOTHC was considered appropriate at the time.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001144
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). On 5 March 2013, officials at the CAARNG notified the applicant that his bonus was subject to recoupment due to the lack of a contract authorizing payment of the reenlistment bonus. In the processing of this case a staff advisory opinion was obtained from the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff G-1 which opines that it is clear he served beyond his initial term of service as evidenced by the fact...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001145
The applicant requests correction of his record to show his date of birth (DOB) as 29 December XXXX instead of 12 December XXXX. The DOB entries listed on the following documents created during the applicant's enlistment processing or after his entry on active duty each list his DOB as 29 December XXXX: * Standard Form 88 (Report of Medical Examination), dated 13 August 1971, item 12 * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record), item 6 * DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request), item...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001145
The applicant requests correction of his record to show his date of birth (DOB) as 29 December XXXX instead of 12 December XXXX. The DOB entries listed on the following documents created during the applicant's enlistment processing or after his entry on active duty each list his DOB as 29 December XXXX: * Standard Form 88 (Report of Medical Examination), dated 13 August 1971, item 12 * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record), item 6 * DD Form 1584 (National Agency Check Request), item...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001147
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 18 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001147 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His DA Form 20: a. shows he served in Vietnam with * A Battery, 7th Battalion, 11th Artillery, 25th Infantry Division as a cannoneer from 20 December 1969 to 7 March 1970 * B Battery, 7th Battalion, 11th Artillery, 25th Infantry Division as a radio telephone operator from 8 March 1970 to 12 November 1970 * B Battery, 1st Battalion (Airmobile), 30th Artillery, 1st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001147
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 18 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001147 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. His DA Form 20: a. shows he served in Vietnam with * A Battery, 7th Battalion, 11th Artillery, 25th Infantry Division as a cannoneer from 20 December 1969 to 7 March 1970 * B Battery, 7th Battalion, 11th Artillery, 25th Infantry Division as a radio telephone operator from 8 March 1970 to 12 November 1970 * B Battery, 1st Battalion (Airmobile), 30th Artillery, 1st...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001148
The applicant's military medical records are not available for the Board's review. On 14 February 1974, the approval authority directed the applicant be discharged under the provisions of chapter 13, Army Regulation 635-200, by reason of unsuitability and be furnished a DD Form 257A (General Discharge Certificate). As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. issuing him a new DD Form 214 reflecting his character...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001150
The applicant requests correction of his DA Form 199 (Physical Evaluation Board (PEB) Proceedings), item 10 (If Retired Because of Disability, The Board Makes the Recommended Finding That:) to show his medical retirement is based on disability from an injury received in the line of duty (LOD) and was caused by an instrumentality of war. 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001161
BOARD DATE: 4 September 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140001161 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states his unit promoted him to SGT, E-5 but his DD Form 214 does not show this rank and grade. The applicant's 16 June 1971 orders specifically state the advancement was to the acting rank and grade of SGT, E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001166
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His record contains the following document that shows the SSN as shown on his SSN printout, XXX-XX-XX68, the number he claims is correct: * DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) 4. The regulation directs, in pertinent part, that the purpose of the separation document is to provide the individual with documentary evidence of his or her military service at the time of release from active duty,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001171
The applicant provides: * screenshot * email to his spouse, dated 21 July 2009 * Post 9/11 GI Bill TEB fact sheet * email DMDC, dated 31 July 2013 to 7 January 2014 * DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) * Orders Number 13-108-00003, dated 18 April 2013 CONSIDERATION OF EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant appears to have attempted to transfer his education benefits to his eligible family members on or around 21 July 2009. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001173
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant provides copies of a DD Form 4/1 (Enlistment/Reenlistment Document Armed Forces of the United States), a PQR, an Annex E to DD Form 4 (Non-Prior Service Enlistment Bonus (NPSEB) Addendum, ARNG of the United States), a DA Form 2823 (Sworn Statement), and an ERB. The NGB denied her an ETP to retain the bonus because her contract/bonus addendum was obsolete, was signed before the enlistment documents, and the BCN was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001183
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Meritorious Service Medal may be awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving in any capacity with the Army after 6 December 1941, distinguishes himself or herself by heroism, meritorious achievement, or meritorious service. As this Board is not an investigative agency, there is an insufficient evidentiary...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001184
The available evidence shows he was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from his DD Form 214 the Vietnam Service Medal and .b. adding to his DD Form 214 the following: * Vietnam Service Medal with four bronze service stars * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001187
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show his correct date of birth (DOB) as "22 September 1944" instead of "21 September 1944." All of the documents in the applicant's record show his DOB as 21 September 1944. The available evidence of record shows he served exclusively with his DOB as "21 September 1944."
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001190
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show in: * Item 18 (Remarks) "Member Has Completed First Full Term of Service" * Item 24 (Character of Service) honorable * Item 28 (Narrative Reason for Separation) deletion of the entry, "Misconduct (Drug Abuse)" 2. The applicant provides copies of the following: * Separation Under Army Regulation 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001193
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge under other than honorable conditions to a general discharge. There is no evidence the applicant ever petitioned the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge. _______ _ _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 | 20140001194
However, his DD Form 214 for the period ending 20 April 1977 shows he was discharged for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10. Although an honorable or general discharge is authorized, a discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally considered appropriate. ________________________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001195
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. His supervisor never showed any concern for him as a young man who was in need of guidance and help in his development as a person or Soldier. On 17 May 1976, after consulting with counsel, he submitted a request for discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001201
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of her record to show the spelling of her first name as "Axxxxa" instead of Axxxxia. The military documents filed in the applicant's OMPF show her first name as Axxxxia throughout her military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001204
The applicant requests her discharge be changed to an honorable discharge. On 20 January 1987, the applicant's company commander notified the applicant of the proposed separation under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, paragraph 5-13, for a personality disorder, with an entry-level characterization. b. Paragraph 5-13 - a Soldier with less than 24 months of active duty service, as of the date separation proceedings are initiated, would be separated for personality disorder (not...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001209
The applicant states, in effect, and as stated in Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) Docket Number AR20070002024, dated 19 July 2007: a. After he completed BCT he was assigned to Germany and began feeling poorly. c. The other medical documents he provided from his military service, both at the Heidelberg hospital in Germany and the hospital at Fort Benning, GA indicate he was an IV drug user of heroin and had contracted viral hepatitis.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001210
The letter does not provide any contact information to discuss questions or concerns regarding participation in the RCSBP. This letter further informed him that he was entitled to participate in the RCSBP and: By law, you have only 90 calendar days from the date you receive this memo to submit your DD Form 1883, Survivor Benefit Plan Election Certificate. According to their records the applicant did not make an election.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140001212
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) for the period ending 30 October 1973 to show award of the: * Soldier's Medal * Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) * Air Medal * National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) 2. Orders show the applicant was awarded the Soldier's Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the entry "1...