RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-03541
INDEX CODE: 107.00
COUNSEL: None
HEARING DESIRED: NO
MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: May 20, 2008
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was an aircraft maintenance crew chief advisor with Detachment 4, Air
Force Advisory Team 4, Soc Trang Air Base, Republic of Vietnam from 1 Oct
70 to 28 Jul 71. He states members of his unit received the AFCM and
believes he has one coming.
In support of his request, the applicant provided a copy an AFCM citation
and certificate awarded to a former member of his unit which was awarded
during the time he alleges he was assigned.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Air Force on 7 Mar 68 for a 4-year period.
The applicant’s DD 214 reflects he served a total of 4 years with 2
months and 9 days as foreign service.
The applicant’s airman performance report closing out 14 Feb 71 reflects he
was assigned to the 225th Helicopter Squadron (VNAF) at Soc Trang Air Base,
Republic of Vietnam, as a MAAG helicopter mechanic.
The applicant’s DD 214 reflects he is entitled to the National Defense
Service Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal. However, after review by
AFPC/DPPRY, it was discovered the applicant is also entitled to the Air
Force Outstanding Unit Award with Valor and one oak leaf cluster, the Air
Force Good Conduct Medal, the Air Force Longevity Service Award, the
Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and the Republic of Vietnam
Campaign Medal.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPPPR recommends denial of the applicant’s request. The AFCM is
awarded to members of the Armed Forces of the U.S. who, while serving in
any capacity with the Air Force after 24 Mar 58, have distinguished
themselves by meritorious achievement and service. The AFCM is awarded
based on individual achievement and not to the unit. Official documents
verifying the applicant’s entitlement are absent. The timeline for
submitting decorations is two years from the date of the act or
achievement. However, under the Fiscal Year 1996 National Defense
Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 526, which was enacted into law on 10 Feb
96, this timeline, has now been waived. However, the written
recommendation must meet two criteria:
- Made by someone, other than the member himself, in the member’s
chain of command at the time of the incident, and, who has
firsthand knowledge of the acts or achievements; and
- Submitted through a congressional member who can ask a military
service to review a proposal for a decoration based on the merits
of the proposal and the award criteria in existence when the event
occurred.
The complete evaluation of AFPC/DPPPR 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 15 Dec
06 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, this office has
not received a 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 timely filed.
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 its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that
the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore,
in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling basis to
recommend granting the relief sought in this application.
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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate
the existence of 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 2006-03541 in
Executive Session on 18 January 2007, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Mr. Michael K. Gallogly, Panel Chair
Ms. Teri G. Spoutz, Member
Ms. Mary C. Puckett, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 15 Nov 06.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, dated 30 Nov 06.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 15 Dec 06.
MICHAEL K. GALLOGLY
Panel Chair
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