RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2007-02818
INDEX CODE: 107.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to show he served in the Republic of Vietnam.
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He aided in emergency re-supply efforts during “Operation Junction
City” in the Republic of Vietnam and his records do not indicate this
service. He attempted to apply for benefits and realized that his
Vietnam service was not reflected in his records.
In support of his request, the applicant submits a History of the 50th
Tactical Airlift Squadron, a copy of his DD Form 214, Armed Forces of
the United States Report of Transfer or Discharge, and Aeronautical
Order number 105.
Applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 27 Apr 65, for a
term of four years and was progressively promoted to the grade of
staff sergeant. On 23 Mar 69, he was discharged with an honorable
discharge characterization for expiration of term of service. He
served a total of 3 years, 10 months and 27 days active duty service.
His record reflects award of the National Defense Service Medal and 1
year and 24 days Foreign Service.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPAPP recommends denial and states there is no documentation that
proves he served in Vietnam.
On 12 Oct 07, DPAPP requested the applicant provide documentation to
support his claim. He was informed that his records did not confirm
any temporary duty (TDY) assignments or flights into Vietnam.
The complete DPAPP evaluation 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 7
Dec 07, for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, no
response has been received by this office.
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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. After a thorough review of the
applicant’s submission and the available evidence of record, the Board
was not persuaded that he should be granted the requested relief. The
Board notes no evidence was presented to show the applicant actually
served in or flew missions into Vietnam. In view of this, we agree
with the opinions and recommendations 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 DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of a 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 BC-2007-
02818 in Executive Session on 21 Feb 08, under the provisions of AFI
36-2603:
Mr. Wayne R. Gracie, Panel Chair
Mrs. Lea Gallogly, Member
Mr. Joseph D. Yount, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 22 Aug 07, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Memo, AFPC/DPAPP, dated 27 Nov 07.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 7 Dec 07.
WAYNE R. GRACIE
Panel Chair
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