RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-02447
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of
Transfer or Discharge, be updated to reflect award of the Air
Force Commendation Medal (AFCM).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He is entitled to the AFCM for his participation as part of a
four man team that was sent to Wheelus Air Base in 1967 on sealed
orders to support Israel during a six day war with Libya. He was
told he would receive the medal when he returned to England.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a copy of his
DD Form 214.
The applicants complete submission, with attachment, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicants DD Form 214 reflects he served from 23 Nov 63
through 19 Nov 67. He was credited with three years, four
months, and four days of Foreign Service. The applicants AF
Form 7, Airman Military Record, reflects the applicant served in
England from 15 Jul 64 through 18 Nov 67.
The AFCM is awarded to service members of the Armed Forces who
served in any capacity with the Air Force after 24 Mar 58, who
distinguished themselves by meritorious achievement and service.
The degree of merit must be distinctive. The acts of courage
does not have to involve the voluntary risk of life required for
the Soldiers Medal (or the Airmans Medal now authorized for the
Air Force) may be considered for the AFCM.
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 Exhibits C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSIDR reviewed this application and recommends denial
noting there was no official documentation provided or located in
the applicants military records to substantiate the applicant
was awarded or recommended for the AFCM. Furthermore, there was
no documentation found in the applicants record reflecting he
served at Wheelus AFB.
The complete AFPC/DPSIDR 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 applicant on
19 Aug 11 for review and comment within 30 days (Exhibit D). 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 an error or injustice. After
careful consideration of the applicant's request and the
available evidence of record, we find insufficient evidence of
error or injustice to warrant corrective action. The facts and
opinions stated in the advisory opinion appear to be based on the
evidence of record and have not been adequately rebutted by the
applicant. 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 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-2011-02447 in Executive Session on 9 Feb 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 20 Jun 11, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPSIDRA, dated 8 Aug 11.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Aug 11.
Panel Chair
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