RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-00626
INDEX CODE: 106.00
XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 31 Aug 07
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His 1958 general discharge be upgraded to honorable.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
The applicant tells his life’s story. He contends he was too young
and blames his first and second wives for spending money and getting
him into debt. His work began to be affected by his depression. He
was injured and wanted to take convalescent leave to go home and save
his (second) marriage. His request for leave was denied so he and
some friends went absent without leave (AWOL). Once home, he realized
he would have to divorce his second wife and he subsequently returned
to Travis AFB. He began to break down and wanted to be separated. He
indicates he lost a stripe and accepted a general discharge. He has
remarried (44 years) and not been in any trouble. He contends he is a
good father and Christian. He describes some of his heroic actions
after his discharge and notes that his son is a career Navy member.
He worked for nearly 30 years, became disabled in 1998, and has
undergone major surgery for pancreatic cancer. He wants an Air Force
funeral and Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) benefits.
The applicant’s complete submission, which includes a 24-page
handwritten statement and other attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant’s military personnel records apparently were destroyed
by fire in 1973 at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
Therefore, the facts surrounding his separation cannot be verified.
According to a National Archives & Records Administration Form 13038,
dated 27 Oct 05, the applicant enlisted in the Air Force on 13 Jun 55
and was discharged in the grade of airman third class on 18 Sep 58
with a general (under honorable conditions) characterization. Special
Order No. S-1323, dated 18 Sep 58, reflects the applicant was assigned
to the 5th Transportation Squadron at Travis AFB, CA, and confirms his
grade and discharge. No further information is available.
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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 error or injustice. The applicant’s military records
apparently were destroyed by the 1973 fire at NPRC. Based on the
presumption of regularity in the conduct of governmental affairs, and
without evidence to the contrary, we must assume the applicant’s
discharge was proper and in compliance with appropriate directives.
Therefore, the only other basis upon which to upgrade his discharge
would be clemency, and the Board majority is not inclined to recommend
clemency at this time. In this regard, the majority of the Board
noted that, other than his own uncorroborated assertions, the
applicant provided no evidence his discharge occurred as he described
or he became a law-abiding, productive member of society since his
separation. However, we also noted he listed some individuals in his
statement as potential references. The applicant should be aware the
Board is not an investigative body, nor does it contact witnesses in
behalf of an individual; the responsibility of providing supporting
evidence rests with each applicant. Therefore, we strongly suggest the
applicant contact the people listed and others who could attest to his
character and contributions to society. Further, since his service
records were destroyed, it would be helpful to this Board if he could
also submit copies of any official documents he might have that
provide information about his military service and the circumstances
of his discharge. Statements from former military members who have
knowledge of his service would also be useful. The AFBCMR Staff will
provide the applicant a copy of the Information Bulletin, Upgrade of
Discharge - Clemency, which gives additional guidance on this matter.
Should the applicant submit post-service information, and any other
verification of his contentions, the Board majority would be willing
to review his case for possible reconsideration. The Board majority
caveats these suggestions, however, by reminding the applicant that
the submission of such documents does not guarantee his request for an
honorable discharge will be granted.
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RECOMMENDATION OF THE BOARD:
A majority of the panel finds insufficient evidence of error or
injustice and recommends the application be denied.
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The following members of the Board considered this application in
Executive Session on 21 June 2006 under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. B. J. White-Olson, Panel Chair
Ms. Barbara R. Murray, Member
Ms. Debra K. Walker, Member
By a majority vote, the Board recommended denial of the application.
Ms. Murray voted to grant on the basis of clemency, but does not wish
to submit a Minority Report. The following documentary evidence
relating to AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2006-00626 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, undated (received 27 Feb 06, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Reconstructed Personnel Records.
B. J. WHITE-OLSON
Panel Chair
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