RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-01649
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: YES
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to reflect that he was awarded the
Meritorious Service Medal (MSM).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was presented the MSM by the base commander in 1980 and many
members from his squadron were in attendance but he never
received official documentation awarding him the medal.
In support of the appeal, the applicant provides a personal
statement and copies of his resume, extracts from his military
personnel records, and a letter from the National Personnel
Records Center (NPRC).
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicants military personnel records reflect that he
enlisted in the Reserves on 28 Sep 76 and was progressively
promoted to the grade of staff sergeant (E-5). He was honorably
discharged on 24 Jun 82.
On 16 Mar 11, personnel from the NPRC notified the applicant that
a search of his military personnel records did not reveal
evidence that he was awarded the MSM.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
contained in the letter prepared by the appropriate office of the
Air Force, which is attached at Exhibit C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFRC/A1K recommends denial of the applicants request for award
of the MSM. In accordance with AFI 36-2803, Air Force Awards and
Decorations Program, Chapter 3, paragraph 3.1, recommendations
for awards are required to be submitted as soon as possible
following the act, achievement, or service. Each recommendation
should be placed into official channels within two years and
awarded within three years of the act, achievement, or service
performed. A recommendation is placed in official channels when
the recommending official signs the recommendation it is endorsed
by a higher official in the chain of command.
They reviewed the supporting documentation provided by the
applicant in support of his case and conclude that no evidence in
the form of a signed DECOR6, a citation, or any other type of
supporting information related to a MSM decoration submission is
evident to warrant granting the applicants request. They cannot
support his claim that he received the MSM. His former unit was
contacted to determine if they maintained a record of his MSM
nomination package. Personnel from his former unit stated they
have no record to support the applicant was recommended for award
of an MSM.
The complete AFRC/A1K evaluation is at Exhibit B.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant
on 29 Jul 11 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this
date, no response has been received by this office (Exhibit C).
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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 (OPR) and adopt
its rationale as the basis for our conclusion the applicant has
not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore, we find
no basis to recommend any corrections to the applicants record.
4. The applicant's case is adequately documented and it has not
been shown that a personal appearance with or without counsel
will materially add to our understanding of the issues involved.
Therefore, the request for a hearing is not favorably considered.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified the evidence presented did not
demonstrate the existence of a 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-2011-01649 in Executive Session on 19 Jan 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 15 Nov 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Letter, AFRC/A1K, dated 16 Jul 11.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 29 Jul 11.
Panel Chair
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