RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2012-05470

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His records be corrected to reflect he was awarded the 
Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) and any additional awards he 
may be entitled to for his active duty service.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

While he was assigned to the 6994th Security Squadron they were 
awarded the PUC, but it was not approved until after he was 
discharged. 

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 11 Jan 61, the applicant commenced his enlistment in the 
Regular Air Force (RegAF).

The applicant’s performance report reflects he was assigned to 
the 6994th Security Squadron from 19 Jun 66 through 18 Jun 67.

On 16 Dec 68, the applicant was honorably discharged and 
credited with 7 years, 11 months, and 6 days of active service.

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of 
the Air Force, which is attached at Exhibits C.

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSID recommends denial, indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or injustice.  The PUC is awarded to units of the 
United States Armed Forces for outstanding performance in action 
against an armed enemy occurring on, or after 7 Dec 41, for 
United States Air Force units.  The 6994th was awarded the PUC 
for the period 1 Sep 67 to 10 Jul 68.  However, the applicant 
did not serve with the unit during the inclusive period for the 
award.  A review of the applicant’s records verified his 
entitlement to the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service 
Stars (VSM w/2 BSS) and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross 
with Palm (RVNGC w/P).  The applicant’s records will be 
administratively corrected to reflect the above awards.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSID evaluation is at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the 
applicant on 17 Feb 13, for review and comment within 30 days.  
As of this date, no response has been received by this office.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by 
existing law or regulations.

2.  The application was not timely filed; however, it is in the 
interest of justice to excuse the failure to timely file.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to 
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice.  We took 
notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the 
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and 
recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility 
and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion the 
applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find 
no basis to recommend granting relief beyond that rendered 
administratively.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not 
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the 
application was denied without a personal appearance; and the 
application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of 
newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this 
application.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2012-05470 in Executive Session on 19 Sep 13, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

     Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 17 Nov 12, w/atchs.
     Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
     Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSID, dated 25 Jan 13.
     Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 17 Feb 13.




                                   
                                   Chair