Gulf War veteran behavior found to be willful misconduct
Question:
Gulf war vet. Returned from gulf war and self medicated myself for depression by drinking. Sought help for trauma from was and was offered treatment away from unit for 3 months. Of course I accepted. Honorable discharge and all medicine illnesses I had was denied for willful misconduct. Stated by me drinking upon my return it cause all of my illnesses, even though I was treated for them while in the gulf.
Jim's Reply:
You haven't asked a question but I'll assume you may need help with a discharge upgrade. Talk to the folks at National Veterans Legal Services Program here.