ADDENDUM TO
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-02202
INDEX CODE: 107.00
XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
_________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be awarded the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) with a
combat V device.
_________________________________________________________________
STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 19 Jul 06, the applicant submitted an appeal to the Board
requesting his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report
of Transfer or Discharge and NA Form 13059, Transmittal of and/or
entitlement to Awards be corrected to show he was awarded the
Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) and the Air Force Commendation Medal
(AFCM). AFPC/DPPPR corrected his records to award the AFCM. DPPPR
was unable to verify that the units he was assigned to received the
PUC during the time he was assigned and recommended disapproval. The
Board considered and denied his request on 15 November 2006. For an
accounting of the facts surrounding his previous request and the
rationale of the Board's earlier decision, see the Record of
Proceedings at Exhibit F.
On 7 Mar 07, the applicant submitted a letter requesting he be
considered for award of the AFOUA with a combat V device. In support
of his request, he provided a personal statement and information
obtained from the internet discussing the AFOUA. His complete
submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit G.
_________________________________________________________________
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPPPR recommends denial. DPPPR states they sent a request to
the Air Force Historical Research Agency to verify his claim and were
informed Detachment 7, was active from 10 Aug 65 to 15 May 68;
however, no AFOUA was awarded during his tour.
The complete AFPC/DPPPR evaluation is attached at Exhibit H.
_________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
In response to the DPPRR evaluation, applicant provided additional
data extracted from the internet pertaining to the AFOUA and the
505th Tactical Control Group.
His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit D.
_________________________________________________________________
THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
After reviewing this application and the evidence provided in support
of his appeal, we are not persuaded that the applicant’s records
should be corrected to show he was awarded the AFOUA. We carefully
considered the information provided by the applicant. However, while
the information he obtained from the internet appears to indicate his
unit was awarded the AFOUA, this cannot be confirmed through official
Air Force records. We are constrained from validating awards without
official sources. Should he secure supporting official
documentation, we would be willing to reconsider his application.
Therefore, absent persuasive evidence to the contrary we find no
compelling basis to recommend favorable consideration of his
application.
_________________________________________________________________
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.
The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-
2006-02202 in Executive Session on 4 Apr 08, under the provisions of
AFI 36-2603:
Mr. James W. Russell, III, Panel Chair
Ms. Josephine L. Davis, Member
Ms. Maureen B. Higgins, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket Number
BC-2006-02202 was considered:
Exhibit F. Record of Proceedings, dated 15 Nov 06, w/Exhibits
Exhibit G. Letter, Applicant dated 7 Mar 07, w/atchs.
Exhibit H. Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, dated 17 May 07.
Exhibit I. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 1 Jun 07.
Exhibit J. Letter, Applicant, dated 5 Jun 07, w/atchs.
JAMES W. RUSSELL III
Panel Chair
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2006-02202
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-02202 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 24 JANUARY 2008 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge and NA Form 13059, Transmittal of and/or entitlement to Awards be corrected to show he was...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-03558
All elements of a DFC for heroism approved (certificate dated) between 18 September 1947 to 2 June 2004 will not be reaccomplished to reflect “Valor”; nonetheless, individuals with these DFCs are authorized to the wear the “V” device.” _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR states the applicant was awarded the DFC for extraordinary achievement and not heroism. Therefore, they recommend the applicant’s request for the “V” device...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-03150
On 14 December 2005, HQ APFC/DPPPR informed the applicant that he was recommended for the BSM but the approval authority disapproved the recommendation on 16 July 1992 and that his records will be amended to remove the BSM from his DD Form 214. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR recommends the applicant’s request for award of the BSM be denied. Although the BSM is listed on the applicant’s DD Form 214, the special order...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2006-02828
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-02828 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 19 Mar 08 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: All ribbons, medals or awards earned while on temporary duty (TDY) in Bein Hoa AB, Vietnam, and the Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM) earned while stationed in Korat, Thailand, be...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2006-00453
They requested he provide a copy of the special order awarding the AFCM. A complete copy of the evaluation, with attachments, is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant reviewed the Air Force evaluation and states he has the original copy of the citation with the raised seal and official certificate, however, he finds it hard to believe that somewhere there is not a copy of the...
AF | BCMR | CY2004 | BC-2003-03882
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-03882 INDEX CODE: 107.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: NONE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 214 be corrected to reflect the addition of the “V” device to his Air Force Commendation Medal (AFCM), the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-03429
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2005-03429 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 12 MAY 07 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her records be corrected to reflect she was awarded the Meritorious Unit Award (MUA) and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (AFOUA) with eight Oak Leaf Clusters (OLCs). ...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC2006-03165
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2006-03165 INDEX CODE: 107.00 LESLEY D. RHODES COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO MANDATORY CASE COMPLETION DATE: 19 Apr 08 _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His DD Form 7, Airman Military Record, be corrected to reflect the following: Item 5. However, his AF Form 626, reflecting temporary duty (TDY) in connection with his award...
AF | BCMR | CY2007 | BC-2007-01591
HQ AFPC/DPPPR’s complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 15 Jun 07 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit D). We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and...
AF | BCMR | CY2006 | BC-2005-02807
The applicant has earned the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), the Air Medal with six Oak Leaf Clusters, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Air Force Longevity Service Award, and the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPR recommends denial and states that the applicant has provided the special orders and letters from former crew members who did receive the AFCM...