has made unsatisfactory progress in completing this study program . [ The Veteran ] has consistently proven his unreliability by arriving late for duty numerous times . Although he has received Commanding Officers ' Non - Judicial Punishment for these infractions , and has been counselled , he continues to reject authority and go his own way . A September 1976 Department of the Navy memorandum reflects that the Veteran was recommended for disqualification from submarine duty . It notes that the Veteran was absent for an inspection due to a lack of concern for his duties . A few days later , he was late for quarters several times and missed a muster . The report reflects that the Veteran had been given non - judicial punishment