ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011416
His records contain two DA Forms 4187 (Personnel Action) which show he was confined by civil authorities on 6 February 1979 and he returned to duty on 9 February 1979. However, his records contain a DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) which shows he was discharged on 6 December 1979 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 10, for the good of the service, with an under other than honorable conditions...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011431
On 24 March 2014, a DFAS official (Cleveland office) provided the applicant's pay record including a DD Form 2656, dated 10 June 2014, which shows he declined participation in the SBP. The evidence of record confirms the applicant declined participation in the SBP with his spouse's notarized concurrence 10 days after his 31 May 2014 retirement on 10 June 2014 as evidenced by his DFAS record and the evidence he provides. Based on this 10-day delay, his election to decline SBP coverage was...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011433
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), ending on 12 May 1990, to show in: * Item 4a (Grade, Rate, or Rank) - private first class (PFC) * Item 4b (Pay Grade) - E-3 * Items 12a-e (Record of Service) - Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) service credit * Item 13 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Citations, and Campaign Ribbon Awarded or Authorized) - Expert Marksmanship Qualification Badge * Item 14 (Military...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011436
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show award of the World War II Victory Medal. While it appears the applicant did not file within the time frame provided in the statute of limitations, the ABCMR has elected to conduct a substantive review of this case and, only to the extent relief, if any, is granted, has determined it is in the interest of justice to excuse the applicant's failure to timely file....
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011438
U.S. Army Vietnam (USARV) Regulation 672-1 (Decorations and Awards), in effect at the time, provided guidelines for award of the Air Medal. Therefore, the preponderance of evidence shows the applicant is entitled to the first award of the Army Good Conduct Medal based on completion of qualifying service from 16 May 1968 to 15 May 1970 ending with termination of a period of Federal military service. Awarding him the Army Good Conduct Medal (First Award) for the period of service 16 May 1968...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011441
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of two Air Medals (AM). Army Regulation 672-5-1 (Awards), in effect at the time, provided that the Army Good Conduct Medal was awarded to individuals who completed a qualifying period of active duty enlisted service. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting from the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011442
On 7 April 1987, the applicant was discharged accordingly. The DD Form 214 he was issued shows: * he was credited with the completion of 6 years, 2 months, and 15 days of net active service during this period of enlistment * he was discharged under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10, in lieu of trial by court-martial * he was issued an under other than honorable conditions discharge * he had lost time of 2 April 1986 and from 7 April 1986 through 8 April 1986 10. The...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011447
The applicant requests, in effect, award of the Iraq Campaign Medal and Combat Action Badge and their addition to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). Upon application, any such service member may be awarded the Iraq Campaign Medal in lieu of the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal for such service. The applicant requested award of the Iraq Campaign Medal for his service in Iraq.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011448
The applicant requests a second Valorous Unit Award be added to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty). DD Form 215, issued on 13 November 2013, added a previous Valorous Unit Award, as supported by PO Number 002-07, dated 2 January 2013, issued by Headquarters, HRC. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by adding the Valorous Unit Award (2nd Award) to his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011467
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 evidence of record shows he was convicted by a special court-martial that was warranted by the gravity of the offenses charged at the time. His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011467txt
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 evidence of record shows he was convicted by a special court-martial that was warranted by the gravity of the offenses charged at the time. His conviction and discharge were effected in accordance with applicable laws and regulations...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011468
In view of the foregoing, on 3 September 2014 the Secretary of Defense directed the Service Discharge Review Boards (DRBs) and Service Boards for Correction of Military/Naval Records (BCM/NRs) to carefully consider the revised PTSD criteria, detailed medical considerations and mitigating factors when taking action on applications from former service members administratively discharged UOTHC and who have been diagnosed with PTSD by a competent mental health professional representing a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011471
After consulting with counsel, he voluntarily requested a discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations - Enlisted Personnel). On 3 October 1994, after discussing his request for discharge with his chain of command, military trial counsel recommended approval of his request for 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...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011483
The applicant's OMPF and ARNG record contains enlistment/reenlistment/ extension documents which indicate the following: a. DA Form 4836 (Oath of Extension of Enlistment or Reenlistment), dated 16 October 2008, shows he extended his 17 December 2005 enlistment for 1 year making his new expiration term of service (ETS) date 16 December 2009. b. A Guard Incentive Management System computer print-out that includes the following information which shows a contract was executed authorizing the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011484
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show her reentry (RE) code as "1" instead of "3." Note 7 of Table 2-3 states that this code is to be used for Regular Army Soldiers, except those who have a Declination of Continued Service Statement in force or are ineligible for, barred from, or otherwise denied reenlistment that are separated on completion of enlistment. The applicant provides two memoranda of record.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011485
The applicant provides: * his Enlistment/Reenlistment Agreement, Army National Guard, Service Requirements and Methods of Fulfillment, dated 20 November 2009 * National Guard Bureau (NGB) Form 600-7-1-R-E (Annex E to DD Form 4, Non-prior Service Enlistment Bonus Addendum, Army National Guard of the United States), dated 20 November 2009 * DD Form 1966 (Record of Military Processing - Armed Forces of the United States) * Headquarters, Military Department, State of Washington Orders 161-952,...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011486
In an e-mail, dated 20 June 2014, a Human Resources Assistant in the Junior Enlisted Promotions Branch, U.S. Army Human Resources Command, informed the applicant that, in accordance with Army Regulation 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions), paragraph 3-32, she had not satisfied the service requirement by reenlisting or extending during April 2014 and she was removed from the recommended list for promotion to SSG as of 1 May 2014. b. Paragraph 1-11 states that when a delay of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011487
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His records contain the following documents that show his first name spelled as "ERSKINE." _______ _ _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 | 20140011490
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests, in effect, payment for a personally procured move (PPM), formerly known as a do-it-yourself (DITY) move, he made from Fort Campbell, Kentucky to Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Travel reimbursement is not authorized when the travel is performed before receipt of written or oral orders.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011493
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of his retirement orders to show his last name as "R________lave." His retirement orders show his last name spelled as "R______lve". As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending his retirement orders to show his name as "R______lave" as shown on the DD Form 1343.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011496
It does not appear from the record that DFAS is withholding VSI payments because the applicant is now receiving VA disability compensation. The statute authorizing disability severance pay provides that, "the amount of disability severance pay received under this section shall be deducted from any compensation for the same disability to which the former member of the armed forces or his dependents become entitled under any law administered by [VA]." However, the DFAS determination as to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011498
The applicant requests, in effect, reconsideration of the Board's previous decision on his request that his promotion effective date and date of rank (DOR) as a chief warrant officer two (CW2) in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard (PAARNG) be adjusted from 17 October 2012 to 20 April 2012 and entitlement to back pay and allowances. As in original appointments, a WO promoted by State authority has a State status in the higher grade under which to function. This change essentially states...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011499
The applicant, the widow of a deceased former service member (FSM), requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's records to show he elected Reserve Component Survivor Benefit Plan (RCSBP) Option C (immediate coverage) instead of Option A (defer). The applicant requests, in effect, correction of the FSM's records to show he elected RCSBP option C (immediate coverage) instead of option A (defer). The evidence of record shows that the FSM, after receiving his 20-Year Letter, completed a DD...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011500
In effect, he requests correction of his records to show he elected not to participate in the Reserve Component SBP (RCSBP). There is no indication in his records he requested a change to his RCSBP coverage from "children only" to "spouse" or "spouse and children" coverage within 1 year of his marriage. A person who (i) is eligible to participate in the Plan under paragraph (1)(B), and (ii) is married or has a dependent child when he is notified under section 12731(d) of this title that he...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011503
The applicant, the former spouse of a former service member (FSM), requests correction of the FSM's records to show she is the eligible beneficiary to receive a Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity as a former spouse. Although the applicant's DOB is shown in the SBP section of the FSM's Retiree Account Statement, there is no evidence of record that shows the FSM changed his SBP category from "spouse" to "former spouse" coverage. There is also no evidence that the applicant notified DFAS in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011505
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 31 July 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011505 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. A search of records of the names provided by the platoon sergeant indicates that at least seven of the members of the patrol received either the CIB or the Combat Medical Badge (CMB) for the 10 December 2006 engagement. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards), as amended by Military Personnel Message 08-190, states the CIB may be awarded to an infantryman satisfactorily...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011506
The applicant requests his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) be corrected to show his dates of service as being from 2007 to 2014 (no days or months specified) instead of the current period of 22 January 2008 to 18 December 2013. His record contains a DD Form 1966 (Record of Military Processing - Armed Forces of the United States) which shows an enlistment in the DEP on 3 January 2008. Additionally, both his separation order and DD Form 214 show his...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011507
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to add some unspecified awards. On 29 October 2004, the applicant's command notified him of his intent to initiate discharge proceedings under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), paragraph 5-8, involuntary separation due to parenthood, due to the applicant's inability to provide a family care plan. ABCMR Record of Proceedings...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011528
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST, STATEMENT, AND EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant states, in effect, his record contains false statements saying he attempted suicide and received psychiatric care while still in high school. After seeing the doctors he was given a profile, put on "buddy watch," told he could not be around weapons, and was removed from all training.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011529
In addition, the DASEB stated the GOMOR had served its intended purpose but it is being used to prove otherwise by effecting his removal from recruiting duties and loss of his MOS qualification. This misconduct resulted in him receiving a GOMOR which was directed for filing in his OMPF. As a result, any recruiters with a record of a Type 1 offense, which includes fraternization, will be removed from their duties.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011530
If it wasn't for his disability, there would be no reason he wouldn't have been on the promotion list and promoted to E-5. Paragraph 5-7 (Eligibility for promotion selection board consideration) states that a passing APFT score on the APFT within 12 months of the date of the board is mandatory for promotion consideration (nonwaivable). The evidence of record shows he was counseled on 9 May 2012 regarding his non-recommendation to appear before the June promotion board to SGT/E-5.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011532
In accordance with Army Regulation 635-40 (Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, or Separation), paragraph 4-3c, an enlisted Soldier may not be referred for, or continue, physical disability processing when action has been started under any regulatory provision that authorizes a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. He provided a VA IDES Proposed Rating, dated 30 October 2013, which shows the VA recommended the PEB consider: * a 50 percent (%)...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011534
He was discharged under Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), paragraph 14-12c because of drug abuse. 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. A UOTHC discharge is normally appropriate for a Soldier discharged under Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 14 for misconduct.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011537
The applicant requests the following orders be removed from her official military personnel file (OMPF): a. BRAVO Detachment, 556th Personnel Services Battalion, Permanent Orders 84-317, dated 24 March 2000, for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (AGCM) for the period 29 January 1997 through 28 January 2000; and b. A review of the applicant's performance section of her OMPF in the interactive Personnel Electronic Records Management System revealed copies of the 24 March 2000 and 18...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011538
For his service-connected disabilities, the VA proposed an 80 percent combined rating as follows: * Tinnitus, 10 percent * Left elbow tendonitis, 0 percent * Left wrist post torn tendon, 0 percent * Cervical strain, 0 percent * Right hip strain, 0 percent * Right patellofemoral syndrome (right knee pain), 0 percent * Right ear hearing loss, 0 percent * Perforated tympanic membrane, 0 percent * Hemorrhoids, 0 percent * Surgical scar lower back, 0 percent * Surgical scar left wrist and right...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011539
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. The evidence of record shows that upon his induction into the Army of the United States, his DOB was listed as 30 August 1937.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011540
It is appropriate to award the applicant the Army Good Conduct Medal for his period of service from 13 May 1968 through 19 February 1971. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the Vietnam Service Medal from the DD Form 214; b. awarding the applicant Good Conduct Medal for his period of service from 13 May 1968 through 19 February 1971; and c. showing, in addition to the awards shown on his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011544
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). A review of the applicant's Official Military Personnel File (OMPF) shows: a. his DD Form 4/1 (Enlistment Document) showing a date of birth of 17 April 1986; and b. his DD Form 214 showing a date of birth of 17 April 1985. The available evidence of record shows the applicant's date of birth as 17 April 1986.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011549
His DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) shows that on 22 May 1980, he was discharged under other than honorable conditions, under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 14-33b(1), for misconduct due to frequent involvement in incidents of a discreditable nature with civil or military authorities. A discharge under other than honorable conditions is normally appropriate for a Soldier discharged under this...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011550
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant provides a witness statement from an individual who supports his request for award of the AM and indicates: * he was the unit training non-commissioned officer of the 63rd IPCT during the applicant's RVN tour * the applicant was assigned as a dog handler exclusively deploying with his team by helicopter * in many instances, their missions resulted from firefights * the tracker teams...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011551
However, there is no evidence of record which shows he served in active ground combat. Regrettably, there is insufficient evidence on which to base award of the CIB. _______ _ 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 | 20140011553
The applicant requests, in effect, correction of the WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation Honorable Discharge) to show award of the Army of Occupation Medal (AOM) with Germany clasp. The evidence of record shows he was assigned as a Rifleman (745) in the 409th Infantry Regiment. Therefore, award of the CIB entitles him to award of the BSM and to correction of his records to show this award.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011554
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 DD Form 47 (Record of Induction) completed at that time shows his name as "M____ W____ O____." His discharge order from the USAR shows his name as "O____, M____ W." There is no evidence nor does he provide any to show he requested to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011555
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United Stated Report of Transfer or Discharge) ending 12 April 1973 to show his last name as "Jxxxax" instead of "Jxxxox." It provides a brief, clear-cut record of active Army service at the time of separation. His DD Form 214 should be corrected accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011558
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge to an honorable discharge. On 28 January 1986, the separation authority approved the applicant's request for discharge under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200, chapter 10. There is no indication the applicant applied to the Army Discharge Review Board for an upgrade of his discharge within its 15-year statute of limitations.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011563
The applicant's ERQP (date he would have attained 20 years of service) was 11 January 1999. The instructions applied to members of the Military Services who retired (other than for disability) under the TERA before the completion of 20 years of creditable service and were employed within the period beginning on the date of retirement and ending on the date the retired member would have attained 20 years of creditable service for computing retired pay. As a result, the Board recommends that...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011564
On 24 June 1994, he was honorably discharged in the rank/pay grade of private/E-1 under the provisions of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations Enlisted Personnel), chapter 4, by reason of completion of required active service. The evidence shows he accepted NJP on two occasions for being AWOL and he was reduced in pay grade from E-4 to E-1. His records are void of and he failed to provide evidence showing he was promoted to specialist/E-4 following his reduction to private/E-1...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011571
The applicant states, in effect, the following: * he enlisted in the U.S. Army via the "buddy plan" he was only 17 years old and received parental consent from his mother * he explains his military service and that he was given guarantees that the Army did not live up to consequently, he felt a great deal of animosity, mistreatment, and was very disenchanted * he was stationed in Germany after his initial training, instead of Vietnam with his fellow classmates * he reenlisted for 6 years...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011585
IN THE CASE O BOARD DATE: 6 August 2014 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011585 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. 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 physical evaluation board (PEB) adjudicated the referred MH conditions as not unfitting and noted that adjustment disorder was not a compensable...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011586
The PDBR SRP conducted a comprehensive review of the applicants submissions and records for evidence of inappropriate changes in the diagnosis of a MH condition during processing through the military disability system. The SRP reviewed the records for evidence of inappropriate changes in diagnosis of the MH condition during processing through the military Disability Evaluation System (DES). The MH condition was reviewed and considered by the SRP.