RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2009-01001
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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THE APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be awarded decorations recognizing his service in Vietnam.
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THE APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
While assigned at Clark AB, Philippines, he went on temporary
duty (TDY) tours to various bases throughout Vietnam and
believes he qualifies for the requested decorations.
In support of his appeal, the applicant submits a personal
statement.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicants master personnel record (MPR) was misplaced before
an advisory was prepared. All efforts to date to locate the
missing record have been unsuccessful.
The relevant facts pertaining to this application are contained in
the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the Air Force at
Exhibit B.
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THE AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPAPP recommends denial, noting, in part, based on the
available evidence, they were not able to confirm the applicant
served in Vietnam. They requested the applicant provide
additional information to show proof that he served in Vietnam;
however, in his response he did not submit any additional
information.
The complete AFPC/DPAPP evaluation is at Exhibit B.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF THE AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The applicant explained the circumstances as to why he was not
able to provide additional evidence to support his appeal.
While he realizes now, the importance of recordkeeping; he does
not have the required documentation, since its been over
40 years.
The applicants complete response is at Exhibit D.
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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 its
rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has not
been the victim of an error or injustice. Should the applicant
provide additional documentation to substantiate his claim, we
would be inclined to reconsider his petition. In view of the
above and in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no
basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this
application.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; the
application was denied without a personal appearance; and 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 AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2009-01001 in Executive Session on 29 April 2010,
under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining to AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2009-01001 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 27 Feb 09, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Letter, AFPC/DPAPP, dated 12 Mar 10.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 24 Mar 10.
Chair
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