RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-00895
INDEX CODE: 107.00
XXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
XXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: YES
MANDATORY COMPLETION DATE: 29 SEPTEMBER 2007
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to reflect the Korean Service Medal.
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THE APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He is entitled to the Korean Service Medal for his service in a support
group during the Korean conflict.
In support of his request, applicant submits a copy of his DD Form 214.
Applicant’s submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
It appears the fire in 1973 at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC)
destroyed the applicant’s military personnel records. Therefore, the facts
surrounding his Air Force military service cannot be verified. The
following is the only known information concerning his military service and
was extracted from the available documentation submitted by the applicant.
On 1 February 1952, the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force and was
assigned to the Headquarters Squadron 9th Bomb Wing.
The applicant was honorably released from active duty on 31 January 1956,
and transferred to the Air Force Reserve for completion of his military
service obligation. He was credited with 4 years of continental service
and 5 months and 8 days of foreign service. His discharge document shows
he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal
and the Air Crew Member Badge.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
NO AIR STAFF ADVISORY.
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APPLICANT'S RESPONSE:
Applicant states he was discharged from the Air Force over fifty years ago
and only has his DD Form 214 and no other records. He thought the
government would protect his records in case he needed help. Now, he
doesn’t know what to do. Applicant’s letter is at Exhibit C.
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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. 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 their rationale as the basis for our conclusion
that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.
AFPC/DPPPR requested supporting documentation from the applicant to
substantiate his eligibility for award of the Korean Service Medal;
however, the applicant stated he did not have any other records except for
his DD Form 214 and his discharge certificate. The Board noted that the
applicant’s records were burned in the NPRC fire. Therefore, should the
applicant obtain testimonies from his unit members that can account for his
Korean service or provide letters received from or sent to family members
while in Korea, he may, of course, submit another request and the Board
will review this new evidence. Although we are not unmindful or
unappreciative of his service to his Nation, in the absence of documentary
evidence that, in our view, successfully refutes the Air Force assessment
of his case, we have no basis on which to favorably consider this
application.
4. The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not been shown
that a personal appearance with or without counsel will materially add to
our understanding of the issue involved. Therefore, the request for a
hearing is not favorably considered.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate
the existence of probable material error or injustice; that the application
was denied without a personal appearance; and that 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 Docket Number 06-00895 in
Executive Session on 23 May 2006, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. Cathlynn B. Sparks, Panel Chair
Mr. Jay H. Jordan, Member
Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 23 Mar 06, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 6 Apr 06.
Exhibit C. Letter, Applicant, 11 Apr 06.
CATHLYNN B. SPARKS
Panel Chair
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