RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-03131
INDEX CODE: 107.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 16 APR 07
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be awarded the Combat Readiness Medal.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He is entitled to the Combat Readiness Medal for his service in the Vietnam
War.
In support of his request, the applicant provided a statement from the
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Applicant entered active duty in the Regular Air Force on 4 November 1963
and was honorably released from active duty on 28 October 1967 in the grade
of sergeant under the provisions of AFM 39-10, Convenience of the
Government. He served 3 years, 11 months, and 25 days of total active
duty.
AFPC/DPPPRA has verified the applicant’s entitlement to the Air Force
Outstanding Unit Award with 1 oak leaf cluster and the Republic of Vietnam
Gallantry Cross with palm. These items have been added to the applicant’s
record and a new DD Form 214 has been issued to the applicant.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPPPR recommends denial. DPPPR states the term “combat ready” is
defined as being professionally and technically qualified in an aircraft
crew position in an aircraft that can be used in combat. DPPPR was unable
to verify any statement or evidence of the applicant’s entitlement to this
award in his military record therefore he is not entitled to this award
The DPPPR complete evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
On 8 September 2006, the evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for
review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit D). As of this date, this
office has received no response.
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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. The applicant’s contentions are duly
noted; however, after reviewing the evidence of record, along with the
applicant’s submission, the Board agrees with the opinion and
recommendation of the Air Force and adopts its rationale as the basis for
their conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or
injustice. The Board notes evidence has not been provided and there is no
documentation in the applicant’s military personnel record to confirm that
he was certified as combat ready. The Board is not unmindful or
unappreciative of his service to this Nation and further notes AFPC/DPPPRA
verified the applicant’s entitlement to the Air Force Outstanding Unit
Award with one oak leaf cluster and the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross
with palm, and these medals have been added to his military record.
Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the contrary, the Board finds no
basis to recommend granting the relief sought.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not demonstrate the
existence of an error or an 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-2005-
03131 in Executive Session on 24 October 2006, under the provisions of AFI
36-2603:
Mr. Jay H. Jordan, Panel Chair
Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member
Mr. Alan A. Blomgren, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 6 Oct 05, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, dated 16 Mar 06, w/atchs.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 8 Sep 06.
JAY H. JORDAN
Panel Chair
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