ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011808
The policy further states the Secretaries of the Military Department will provide active duty participants and members of the Reserve Components with qualifying active service individuals pre-separation or release from active duty counseling on the benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, document accordingly, and maintain record for individuals who receive supplemental educational assistance under Public Law 110-252, section 3316. The evidence of record shows the applicant was retired on 30...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011809
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: * his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-XXX6 * his date of birth (DOB) as 4 November 1934 2. The applicant's DD Form 47 (Record of Induction), dated 24 June 1958, shows his DOB as 4 November 1934. Therefore, the evidence of record is sufficient to correct his DD Form 214 accordingly.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011817
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 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 | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011820
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 19 February 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011820 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. He was given a choice to return to service or discontinue service. On 19 March 1965, the applicant was accordingly discharged.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011824
The applicant requests, in effect, the certificate awarding him the Silver German Armed Forces Badge for Military Proficiency and the two associated memoranda be removed from his official military personnel file (OMPF). The evidence of record confirms there is a memorandum authorizing a roster of personnel to accept and wear the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge in the applicant's OMPF; however, the roster is not available for review with this case to verify if the applicant was listed...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011829
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show: * he retired in the rank/grade of sergeant first class (SFC)/E-7 * he completed additional military occupational specialties (MOS) 2. On 18 March 1969, he accepted nonjudicial punishment (NJP) under the provisions of Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) for absenting himself from his appointed place of duty in violation of a written order of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011830
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from the Armed Forces of the United States) to show his award of the Purple Heart. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: * awarding him the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 19 October 1951 in Korea * adding to item 27 of his DD Form 214 the Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, and Republic of Korea War Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011831
On 3 July 2014, new information was received from an official at Retired and Annuity Pay, Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), Cleveland, OH, in regard to the decision of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records (ABCMR) in Docket Number AR20130003265, dated 8 October 2013. The ABCMR's decision in AR20130003265, dated 8 October 2013, erroneously stated "It appears the applicant enrolled in the SBP during the 1992-1993 Open Season for spouse and child." That all of the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011846
The applicant requests correction of his records to show he elected to transfer his educational benefits to his dependent children under the Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability provision. The correspondence states only those veterans who actually retired or were on documented transition leave with an effective separation date from 2 August 2009 to 1 November 2009 would be favorably considered for transferability of Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. As a result, the Board recommends that all...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011850
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). His DD Form 214 provides the following * 1 year, 11 months, and 1 day of foreign service * award of the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Parachute Badge, Combat Infantryman Badge, Silver Star, Air Medal, and the Purple Heart * at block 30 (Remarks) service in Vietnam from 12 September 1969 12 August 1971 7. As a result, the Board...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011851
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) as follows: * Item 7a (Place of Entry on Active Duty), from "Massillon, OH" to "Austin, TX" * Item 7b (Home of Record (HOR)), from XXX Pershing Avenue SE, North Canton, OH, 44720" to "XXXX Balcones Club Apartments, # XXX, Austin, TX, 78750" * Item 8a (Last Duty Assignment and Major Command), from Joint Force Headquarters (-) Additional TDA GB to Joint Force Headquarters, TX * Item 19a...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011852
His DD Form 214 shows he was awarded or authorized the: * Sharpshooter Marksmanship Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar (M-14) * Vietnam Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device (1960) * Air Medal * Army Commendation Medal * National Defense Service Medal * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation * two Overseas Service Bars 6. Therefore, it would be appropriate to award him the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 14 September 1967 to...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011855
The applicant requests correction of his reentry eligibility (RE) code on his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) from RE-3 to a more favorable code so that he may reenter the military. On 2 May 2013, the medical approving authority approved the findings of the EPSBD and recommended that the applicant be separated from the service under the provisions of paragraph 5-11 of Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel Separations-Active Duty Enlisted Administrative...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011856
The DD Form 214 he was issued shows in: * item 22c (Foreign and/or Sea Service) - he had 11 months and 28 days of foreign service * item 24 (Decorations, Medals, Badges, Commendations, Citations and Campaign Ribbons Awarded or Authorized) - the National Defense Service Medal * item 30 (Remarks) does not show the dates of any foreign service 5. Therefore, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show these unit awards. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011858
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show award of the Special Operations Diving Supervisor Badge. The applicant submitted Permanent Orders Number 121-02, dated 1 May 2014, which show he was awarded the Special Operations Diving Supervisor Badge, retroactive to 1 June 1980, due to graduating from the Special Forces Diver Qualification Course and the Naval Special Warfare Diving Supervisor Course in June 1980. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011859
The applicant requests promotion to lieutenant colonel (LTC) U.S. Army Reserve (USAR) based on the results of a September 2013 LTC USAR promotion vacancy board (PVB) or a special selection board (SSB) based on the January 2014 LTC Department of the Army (DA) Mandatory Promotion Selection Board as a "below the zone look." At the same time her below the zone mandatory LTC board was meeting, HRC advised that she was not considered because her records showed she was in a "selected with...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011860
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show, in effect, his social security number (SSN) as 5XX-XX-XXXX vice 8XX-XX-XXXX. 2. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: Documents in his military personnel record correctly show his SSN as 5XX-XX-XXXX; however, it appears his SSN was incorrectly transcribed on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011861
Item 3 (SSN) of his DD Form 214 shows his SSN as 9xx-9x-5xxx. However, to clarify any questions or confusion in regard to the difference in the TIN recorded in his military record and his SSN, it would be appropriate to add an entry to item 30 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 showing his SSN as indicated on the social security card he provides. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by amending item 30 of his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011866
The applicant requests the entry in item 2 (Department, Component and Branch) of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 26 March 2000 be corrected to show his component as Regular Army (RA). The applicant contends item 2 on his DD Form 214 should be changed to show he was in the RA and not the ARNG. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by correcting item 2...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011867
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his rank as first sergeant (1SG) instead of master sergeant (MSG). These orders show his rank as MSG and that he was to be placed on the Retired List in the rank of 1SG. Army Regulation 635-200 (Personnel SeparationsEnlisted Personnel), paragraph 12-17 (Grade Title on Retired List of Former First Sergeants) states that NCOs holding the rank of MSG at retirement, whose...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011870
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests her name be changed on her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 1 October 2007. _______ _ __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 | 20140011877
Item 32 (Remarks) of his DD Form 214 shows his SSN as "XXX-XX-X8XX." In view of the foregoing, his DD Form 214 should be corrected to show his SSN as it is shown on his DA Form 41. _______ _ _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 | 20140011884
Military Personnel Records and advisory opinions (if any). The applicant requests, in effect, service credit during the Enhanced Retirement Qualification Period (ERQP) under the 1995 Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) provisions of the law. The applicant states, in effect: * he retired under the provisions of TERA and if he entered a public service or community service career field he could submit paper work to have his retirement adjusted to a 20 year retirement for pay...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011885
The applicant requests correction of his WD AGO Form 53-55 (Enlisted Record and Report of Separation - Honorable Discharge) to show his date of birth (DOB) as 22 June 19XX instead of 21 June 19XX. The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. Army Regulation 635-5 (Separation Documents), currently in effect, prescribes the separation documents prepared for Soldiers upon retirement, discharge, or release from active military service or control of the Army.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011893
The applicant requests correction of her DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) by changing Item 7b (Home of Record (HOR) at Time of Entry) to show her Selma, Alabama address. Her DD Form 214 shows her HOR as Winter Springs, Florida. There is no authority to change the HOR as officially recorded at time of entry into the military service.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011894
The applicant requests an upgrade of his discharge from a general, under honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge. On 3 June 1971, his immediate commander recommended his discharge from the Army under the provisions of Army Regulation 625-212 (Personnel Separations Discharge Unfitness and Unsuitability) by reason of unsuitability. The applicant's request for an upgrade of his general under honorable conditions discharge to an honorable discharge was carefully considered.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011897
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty), item 19a (Mailing Address After Separation), from "XX4 Triplett Street, Okalona, Mississippi, 38860" to "3XX6 Monroe Ct, Augusta, Georgia, 30909." It was his understanding that once his house was built, he could change the address and have all the correspondence come to his permanent address as requested here. _______ _ _x______ ___ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011898
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 applicant was discharged on 12 October 1983 with a BCD. Chapter 3 provides that a Soldier will be given a punitive discharge (dishonorable discharge or BCD) pursuant only to an approved sentence of a general or special court-martial.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011899
Iraq was an eligible area of eligibility (AOE) through 18 March 2003. c. Paragraph 2-19 of Army Regulation 600-8-22 contains guidance on award of the GWOT Service Medal (GWOTSM). The evidence of record confirms the applicant did satisfy the regulatory criteria necessary to be eligible for the GWOTEM for his service in Kuwait/Iraq during the period 15 February 2003 through 18 March 2003 and for the ICM with two campaign stars based on his service in Kuwait/Iraq from 19 March 2003 through 16...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011901
The applicant provides copies of his medical records and CRSC claim. He was also informed that documentation he submitted failed to provide evidence to link his requested conditions to a combat-related event and the disapproval is now considered final. There is no evidence to show his skin condition(s) for which he is receiving service-connected compensation is related to or was caused while participating in hazardous duty, in training that simulated war, in a combat-related event, or in...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011904
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he served in military occupational specialty (MOS) 88M30 (Motor Transport Operator) while he was in Iraq. His DD Form 214 shows he served in Iraq from 23 February 2004 to 28 February 2005. The available evidence shows the applicant's primary MOS while he was on active duty in Iraq from 23 February 2004 to 28 February 2005 was MOS 88M30.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011905
Counsel argues: * E-9 was the last rank in which the applicant served honorably and he should be restored to it and placed on the Retired List in that grade * the command violated Army Regulation (AR) 600-8-19 (Enlisted Promotions and Reductions) in that no nonjudicial punishment was imposed * the applicant accepted the reduction on advice of his counsel * Army Regulation (AR) 15-80 (Army Grade Determination Review Board and Grade Determination) allows for the restoration of his grade 3. ...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011906
A review of her military personnel records failed to reveal evidence that she was awarded the Southwest Asia Service Medal or Kuwait Liberation Medals. The evidence of record is inconsistent with respect to the applicant's period of overseas service in Southwest Asia in that: * she claims service in December 1990 and January 1991 * the unit's history shows it deployed to Southwest Asia in the beginning of December 1990 * a medical record shows she was seen by a doctor in Germany on 24...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011907
The applicant's military records are not available for review. Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the Purple Heart is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. There is no basis for correcting his DD Form 214 to show any additional active service or service in Korea.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011908
IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 24 March 2015 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20140011908 THE BOARD CONSIDERED THE FOLLOWING EVIDENCE: 1. The applicant requests correction of his records to show he changed his Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) coverage from spouse to former spouse coverage within 1 year of their divorce. Public Law 99-661, dated 14 November 1986, permitted divorce courts to order SBP coverage (without the members agreement) in those cases where the retiree had elected spouse coverage at...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011909
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show award of the Purple Heart and his correct date of birth (DOB). The applicant states he was wounded in Vietnam due to enemy action and the DOB on his DD Form 214 should be 19 June XXXX instead of 10 June XXXX. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. deleting the DOB shown in item 9...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011910
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show he: * entered active duty (AD) on 27 August 1986 vice 21 October 1986 * was honorably discharged on 1 August 1991 vice discharged on 7 January 1993 under other than honorable conditions * completed the Primary Leadership Development Course (PLDC) 2. Following consultation with legal counsel, he requested discharge for the good of the service in lieu of trial by court-martial...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011911
There is no evidence in his military records that shows he was awarded the ARCOM. 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 (First Award) for the period 8 January 1969 to 7 January 1971; and b. amending his DD Form 214 by deleting the current SSN and replacing it with the SSN shown on his social security card; c. amending his DD Form 214 by deleting the Vietnam Service...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011913
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant contends he should be awarded the Purple Heart; however, neither his available record nor the Vietnam casualty roster provide any official evidence that shows he was wounded during his period of service in the Republic of Vietnam. _____________X__________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011916
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant states the SSN recorded in his military records is incorrect due to an administrative error. The evidence of record shows the SSN the applicant reported as his SSN was consistently recorded in his military service records and on his DD Form 214.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011917
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) states the PH is awarded for a wound sustained while in action against an enemy or as a result of hostile action. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by: a. awarding him the PH for wounds he received in action on 11 June 1953; b. deleting the entry "NA" in item 29 of his DD Form...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011918
The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) to show the Purple Heart. There is no evidence of record that shows he was injured or wounded as a result of hostile action or that he was awarded the Purple Heart: * Item 40 (Wounds) of his DA Form 20 (Enlisted Qualification Record) does not show a combat wound or injury * Item 41 (Awards and Decorations) of his DA Form 20 does not list the Purple Heart as an authorized...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011919
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Report of Separation from Active Duty) to show his social security number (SSN) as XXX-XX-89XX instead of XXX-XX-78XX. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence of record shows the applicant provided the requested SSN during his enlistment processing.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011922
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. This pamphlet shows the 2d Battalion, 60th Infantry, was awarded the: * Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation during the period 1 December 1966 to 30 June 1968 by Department of the Army General Orders Number 31, dated...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011923
The applicant requests, in effect, his undesirable discharge be upgraded to an honorable discharge. The applicant's complete military records are not available to the Board for review. However, the available evidence includes his DD Form 214, which shows he was discharged on 20 July 1954 under the provisions of Army Regulation 615-368 (Enlisted Men Discharge Undesirable Habits or Traits of Character).
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011926
The applicant's DD Form 214 (Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge) shows he was discharged on 29 June 1973 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. It shows the applicant served on active duty in the U.S. Army from "17 May 1971 to 29 June 1973," the character of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011933
Application for correction of military records (with supporting documents provided, if any). The applicant requests correction of his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to show his rank/grade as private first class (PFC)/E-3. There is no evidence in his military records and he provided no evidence that indicates he was promoted to PV2 or PFC during his period of IADT.
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011934
The applicant's DD Form 214 shows she enlisted in the Regular Army Women's Army Corps and entered active duty in Jacksonville, FL, on 15 January 1952. However, her DD Form 214 shows her full name as Marlene Wr---t and her DOB as XX October 1931. Therefore, absent convincing, independent, and verifiable evidence to the contrary it is presumed the applicant's military service records, including the DD Form 214, were correct at the time they were prepared and there is insufficient evidence...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011935
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. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS: The evidence indicates an administrative error was made when recording the applicant's SSN on his DD Form 214. ____________X__________ CHAIRPERSON I certify that herein is recorded the true and complete record of...
ARMY | BCMR | CY2014 | 20140011936
His record contains a DD Form 230 (Service Record) showing in Section 24 (Indorsements) that the applicant was favorably considered for award of the Army Good Conduct Medal. Therefore, there is sufficient evidence to support his entitlement to correction of his DD Form 214 to show award of the Army Good Conduct Medal (1st Award) for the period 25 September 1950 through 7 September 1952. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be...