RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2010-00797
COUNSEL:
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active
Duty, be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Action Badge
(CAB).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was awarded the Combat Action Badge by the Department of the
Army, by Special Order, dated 7 Feb 07.
In support of his request, the applicant provides copies of his
DD Form 214, Special Order, and DA Form 4187, Personnel Action.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant entered the Regular Air Force on 3 Aug 89 and was
permanently retired by reason of a physical disability, in the
grade of master sergeant, on 9 Jan 10.
Personnel who earned the Combat Infantryman Badge, Combat Action
Badge, Combat Medical Badge or Combat Action Ribbon while
assigned with the U.S. Army or U.S. Marine Corps may submit a
copy of that award, along with other prescribed documentation to
the Commander, Air Force Forces (COMAFFOR) for consideration for
award of the Air Force Combat Action Medal.
On 7 May 10, the office of primary responsibility for
DD Form 214 corrections at the Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC)
advised the applicant that in accordance with governing
instruction, the Combat Action Badge could not be updated in his
military personnel records nor placed on his DD Form 214
(Exhibit E).
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPSIMC recommends denial. DPSMIC states the Combat
Action Badge is not authorized to Air Force personnel for
permanent wear. In accordance with AFI 36-2904, Dress and
Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel, Table 2.5, Note 11,
sister-service badges are worn only while permanently assigned
to and performing duties with other services. Upon permanent
change of station (PCS) to an Air Force unit, the member will
remove them.
The complete AFPC/DPSIMC evaluation is at Exhibit B.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
The applicant states he is retired from the Air Force and will
never wear the uniform again. He feels the award will assist
him with his claim for compensation from the Department of
Veteran Affairs and show his extensive involvement in the war
against terrorism to potential employers.
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 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 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 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-2010-00797 in Executive Session on 25 May 2010, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 24 Feb 10, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSIMC, undated.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 16 Apr 10.
Exhibit D. Letter, Applicant, dated 21 Apr 10.
Exhibit E. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSOY, dated 7 May 10.
Panel Chair
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