ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000357
The applicant states that his military records indicate that he possessed, used, and distributed a controlled substance, and that his command placed on record that the controlled substance was Alphamethyltryptamine (AMT). He states that his commander ignored his claim that AMT was not a controlled substance and decided to impose the most serious punishment permissible, by initiating action to discharge him from the Army for use of a controlled substance, based on the one AMT incident. d....
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000557
On 23 August 2004, the separation authority directed that the applicant be discharged with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 16 December 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000684
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 29 April 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions of Section 30,...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000810C070206
He also indicated that his recruiter asked him about his medical condition and he had informed him that he did not have any medical condition. There is no evidence, and the applicant submitted none, to support his allegation that the Army sent him to Albany, New York, to reenlist; that he was scheduled to take a mini medical examination but was later told he had to undergo a full physical examination and obtain a waiver from the SGA; that a request for waiver was submitted ; that he waited...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000811C070206
The applicant requests that his discharge characterized as under other than honorable conditions (UOTHC) be upgraded. He states that since the time limit has elapsed, which is over 15 years, he is now filing for an upgrade of his discharge. ____Lester Echols________ CHAIRPERSON INDEX CASE ID AR20050000811 SUFFIX RECON DATE BOARDED 20050929 TYPE OF DISCHARGE UOTHC DATE OF DISCHARGE 19810312 DISCHARGE AUTHORITY AR 635-200 chap 10 DISCHARGE REASON BOARD DECISION DENY REVIEW AUTHORITY ISSUES 1.
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000814C070206
Although Item 40 of the applicants DA Form 20 contains four separate entries related to his being injured in action, this same record fails to show he was ever awarded the PH. The WD AGO Form 53-55 issued to the applicant for his World War II service contains the entry None in Item 34, which indicates he was never wounded in action, and the PH is not included in the list of earned awards entered. None of these separation documents included the PH in the list of earned awards entered,...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000816C070206
Member Ms. Carol A. Kornhoff Member The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicant provides a self-authored statement, dated 6 January 2005; an undated application for Promotion Back Pay for Navy, Marine Corps POWs during World War II; copies of her husband's Honorable Discharge Certificate from the Army of the United States, effective 27 April 1946; Certificate of Death, issued 31 December 1997; Marriage Certificate,...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000817C070206
The applicant states that a formal Army Regulation (AR) 15-6 investigation found that he was authorized to wear the Combat Infantryman Badge CIB), which is listed as an authorized award on his DD Form 214s (Report of Transfer or Discharge from Active Duty). The Army Regulation 15-6 IO was appointed by the Commander 167th Support Group [a subordinate unit of the 94th RSC] to "determine whether or not the Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) was awarded to [the applicant] by proper authority and if...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000818C070206
Member The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. The applicants military personnel records contain no derogatory information and there is no documented record of a disqualification from any of the applicant's active duty commanders that would have precluded him from receiving the Army Good Conduct Medal. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned be corrected by : a....
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000822C070206
The applicant states, in effect, that his specialty number or symbol should read 4745 (infantry) and that the induction date on his DD Form 214 is after his date of release from active duty. The application submitted in this case is dated 6 January 2005. The Board determined that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for partial relief and to excuse failure to timely file.
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000823C070206
The applicant requests upgrade of his bad conduct discharge to an honorable discharge. On 21 April 1981, the military judge sentenced the applicant to reduction to pay grade E-1, forfeiture of $250.00 per month for four months, confinement at hard labor for 75 days, and to be discharged from the service with a bad conduct discharge. Therefore, there is no basis to grant clemency in the form of an honorable discharge.
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000824C070206
Appendix B of Army Regulation 600-8-22 (Military Awards) shows that the applicant participated in three campaigns during his service in Vietnam. Therefore, the applicant is entitled to correction of his military service record to show 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: a. awarding the applicant the Purple Heart for wounds received in action on 2 November 1968; b. awarding the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000825C070206
The applicant requests, in effect, corrections to his DD Form 214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) with a separation date of 30 November 1989. Item 12b - 89 11 30 (1989 November 30); c. Item 12c - 12 08 20 (12 years, 8 months, and 20 days); d. Item 12d - 07 04 02 (7 years, 4 months, and 2 days); e. Item 12f - 04 03 26 (4 years, 3 months and 26 days); f. Item 18 - "830121-890120" (21 January 1983 - 20 January 1989); g. Item 26 - RBD - Separation Code RBD is defined in...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000828C070206
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 13 September 2005 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20050000828 I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The VA rating decision states that the serviced connection was awarded but that, "the service medical records do not show any treatment associated with a shrapnel wound while he was in service." As a result, the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050000833C070206
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS IN THE CASE OF: BOARD DATE: 23 August 2005 DOCKET NUMBER: AR20050000833 I certify that hereinafter is recorded the true and complete record of the proceedings of the Army Board for Correction of Military Records in the case of the above-named individual. The applicant's Enlistment/Reenlistment Agreement and Application for Enlistment show he enlisted in the DEP on 23 March 1977. Records show the applicant should have discovered the alleged error or injustice now under...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050001226
During its original review of the applicant's case, the Board found that the evidence of record showed the applicant served in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard (PAARNG), and was trained in, awarded and served in military occupational specialty (MOS) 88M (Motor Transport Operator), and that he served with the 253rd Transportation Company during his assignment in Southwest Asia (SWA). However, by regulation, assignment to a qualifying infantry unit alone is not sufficient to support award...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050001752
The applicant provides a fax coversheet with an attached NOTAM (notice to airmen) log dated 24 February 2003 from Killeen Airport to the applicant's spouse (a Colonel); three articles from Killeen, TX newspapers (total of six pages) dated 25 and 26 February 2003; an AF Form 3899 (Aeromedical Evacuation Patient Record); a letter from the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, BAMC dated 8 June 2003; a letter from BAMC dated 22 April 2003; a letter from the Department of Obstetrics and...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050002359
The applicant requests, in effect, removal of a Record of Proceedings Under Article 15, UCMJ (DA Form 2627) and a General Officer Memorandum of Reprimand (GOMOR) from his Official Military Personnel File (OMPF). The applicant provides the following documents in support of his application: Article 15; GOMOR; Officer Evaluation Reports (OERs); Letters of Recommendation; Petition for to the Department of the Army Suitability Evaluation Board (DASEB) for Removal of the Article 15 and GOMOR;...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050002917
The request of the applicant and his counsel that he receive a medical discharge based on a 30% disability rating, which in effect is a request to review the PEB findings and recommendations made in his case, and the supporting documents submitted were carefully considered. The evidence of record confirms the applicant was properly processed through the PDES in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations, and was separated with severance pay by reason of physical disability based on...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003057
Contrary to the OTSG advisory opinion, there does not appear to be a requirement that the applicant be on active duty in order to receive constructive service credit for his advanced degree. The governing DODI and Army Regulation authorize constructive service credit for advanced degrees earned prior to obtaining the medical degree required for appointment in the current medical specialty. As a result, the Board recommends that all Department of the Army records of the individual concerned...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003128
The Chief, GOMO further states that the applicant’s nomination for Federal recognition was subsequently withheld by the Secretary of the Army due to adverse information ascribed to the applicant. The available records do not include the applicant's Federal recognition packet, and/or documents related to the delay in his appointment. Further, even if the administrative notification requirement was not met, it appears clear the applicant’s Federal recognition was delayed by The Secretary of...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003149
The applicant requests, in effect, that his military service medical records be corrected to show that he was diagnosed with nuclear sclerosis (cataracts) while on active duty. He states he would not have had lens implants in each of his eyes if it was not necessary. Notwithstanding the staff DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS above, the Board determined during their review that the evidence presented was sufficient to warrant a recommendation for partial relief as an exception to policy in the...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003312
Date of enlistment contract – 010304 for a period of 6 years. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE NONE SECTION B - CERTIFICATION Approval Authority: ROBERT L....
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003409
The applicant requests, in effect, that her service in Somalia be added to her DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Item 12f (Foreign Service), of the applicant's DD Form 214, shows she had no foreign service for the period of her active duty service. There is no evidence in the applicant's service personnel record or in her OMPF, and the applicant provided none, to show she deployed with her unit to Somalia in support of an operation in that country while she...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003449
AR20050003449 This is in response to your application for correction of military records wherein you request that the Social Security Account Number (SSAN) on your Enlisted Qualification Record (DA Form 20) be corrected and that a search be made to determine an individual's name and service number (identity) contained on Special Orders Number 156. However, the order that you provided (Special Orders 156) are not contained in your official records and this Board is not an investigative...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050003667
She states her experience at Groton Naval Base is the only time period listed as experience on her DA Form 5074-1-R and that as an enlisted member, she held a medical laboratory specialist (91K40) military occupational specialty, for a total of 14 years of credit. In the advisory opinion, the Chief stated that it should be noted that enlisted time is not creditable for constructive credit purposes as an officer. The applicant was granted constructive credit for her experience in the field...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004035
On 6 February 1995, the separation authority approved the findings and recommendations of the board, disapproved the six-month suspension of the discharge, and directed that the applicant be discharged with a characterization of service of general, under honorable conditions. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B -...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004210
With his response to the advisory opinion, he provides a copy of his original application; the advisory opinion with the Army Review Boards Agency cover letter; extracts from Army Regulation 135-101; an extract from Department of Defense Instruction (DODI) 6000.13; an information paper entitled, "Understanding Constructive Service Credit for AMEDD Officers"; appointment orders dated 12 June 2003 and 30 September 2003; a DA Form 5074-R (Record of Award of Entry Grade Credit (Medical and...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004237
The applicant is requesting correction of an alleged injustice that occurred on 31 August 1978, the date the applicant was notified that his "previous upgrading of your discharge has been re-reviewed by the Army Discharge Review Board as required by Public Law 95-126" and that, "As a result of this review, the Board determined that you do not qualify for upgrading under the new uniform standards." On the date of his discharge, the applicant had completed 1 year, 1 month, and 27 days, active...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004305
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 18 November 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004314
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 18 November 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004467
The MEB stated the applicant had a 2-year history of depression but also stated the onset was March 2004. By memorandum dated 20 September 2004, the applicant responded by stating the Commander's letter dated 3 August 2004 addressed the request for PTSD information when it stated the applicant operated very independently from his assigned unit. This will apply whether the particular condition was noted at the time of entrance into active service or is determined upon the evidence of record...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004605
His DD Form 214 indicates that he was discharged under the provisions of Chapter 10, AR 635-200 by reason of for the good of the service-in lieu of trial by court-martial, with a characterization of service of under other than honorable conditions. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004651
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 18 November 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004745
The applicant provides copies of his DD Form 214 with a separation date of 7 July 1996; a letter of explanation, dated 24 March 2005, regarding correction of his DD Form 214; an award certificate for the Army Achievement Medal, dated 16 September 1994, and a DA Form 638 (Recommendation for Award) for award of the Army Commendation Medal, dated 22 April 1996. The applicant requests correction of his record to show award of the Army Commendation Medal. The applicant stated that he served in...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004829
The applicant requests that his Report of Transfer or Discharge (DD Form 214) be corrected to show all of the medals and awards to which he is entitled, including the Combat Medical Badge (CMB) and the Air Medal (AM). Additionally, he participated in one campaign while assigned in Vietnam and is authorized to wear one bronze service star on his already awarded Vietnam Service Medal. The medical personnel must be personally present and under fire to be eligible for award of the CMB.
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050004916
Dennis J. Phillips | |Member | The Board considered the following evidence: Exhibit A - Application for correction of military records. Public Law 92-425, the SBP, enacted 21 September 1972, provided that military members on active duty could elect to have their retired pay reduced to provide for an annuity after death to surviving dependents. The applicant provides no evidence to show her and the FSM were improperly briefed when he enrolled in the SBP during the 1981 through 1982 Open...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005016
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 18 November 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005018
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 18 November 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005019
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 18 November 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005026
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 18 November 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005027
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 2 December 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005062
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 18 November 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005064
Her DD Form 214 indicates that she was released from active duty under the provisions of Chapter 8, AR 635-200 by reason of pregnancy, with a characterization of service of honorable. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005068
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 18 November 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. On 31 May 2002, the applicant was discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005071
On 31 May 2001, the applicant was discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 18 November 2005 The Army Discharge...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005102
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 9 December 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005110
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 9 December 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. On 1 May 2001, the applicant was discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005111
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY Army Discharge Review Board 1901 South Bell Street Arlington, VA 22202-4508 2 December 2005 Office of the President After careful review of your application, military records and all other available evidence, the Army Discharge Review Board determined that you were properly and equitably discharged. Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views:...
ARMY | DRB | CY2005 | 20050005112
Applicant's issue(s) of propriety and/or equity: ( X ) Same as those listed on DD Form 293 and Part IV, Section A of this case report and directive. Minority views: NONE PART VII - BOARD ACTION SECTION B - Verification and Authentication Case report reviewed and verified Ms. McKim-Spilker Case Reviewing Official PART VIII - DIRECTIVE/CERTIFICATION SECTION A - DIRECTIVE TO: ARBA Support Division-St Louis Date: 2 December 2005 The Army Discharge Review Board, established under the provisions...