RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-03355
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to reflect award of the Combat Action
Badge (CAB).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He should receive the CAB because he was stationed at Da Nang
Airfield on 27 Feb 67 when it was under attack by the Viet Cong.
In support of his request, the applicant provides copies of
documents extracted from his military personnel records, an
article, and photographs.
The applicant's complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 30 Nov 62, the applicant entered active duty in the Regular
Air Force. He served as an Jet Aircraft Mechanic. On 7 Mar 67,
he was honorably discharged and was credited with four years,
three months, and eight days of active service.
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:
AFPC/DPSIMC recommends denial noting the Air Force is not
authorized permanent wear of the CAB. The CAB may be awarded by
any commander delegated authority by the Secretary of the Army
during wartime, the CG, or US Army Human Resources Command and
will be announced in permanent orders. The governing instruction
AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force
Personnel, outlines the wear of sister-Service badges, insignias
or patches and does not authorize permanent wear of the CAB. The
CAB is only worn while permanently assigned to and performing
duties with other services when awarded; upon permanent change of
stations to an Air Force unit the member will remove it.
The complete AFPC/DPSIDR evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant
on 13 Dec 11, 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 an error or an injustice. We took
notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the
merits of the case; however, we agree with the opinion and the
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, while we are not unmindful or unappreciative of the
applicants service to the Nation, in the absence of evidence to
the contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting the
requested relief.
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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-2011-03355 in Executive Session on 12 Apr 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 28 Mar 11, w/atch.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Military Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, HQ AFPC/DPSIDRA, dated 12 Sep 11.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 21 Oct 11.
Exhibit E. Letter, Applicant, dated 11 Nov 11, w/atchs.
Panel Chair
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