RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2011-03909
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
He be entitled to the Meritorious Service Medal (MSM).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was assigned to the 416 Combat Support Group at Griffis AFB
NY from 2 July 78 to 31 Aug 81 and received a MSM upon his
retirement.
In support of his request, the applicant provides a MSM citation
and certificate for the period of 2 Jul thru 31 Aug 81.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments is at
Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
On 24 Feb 61, the applicant enlisted in the Air Force. On
31 Aug 81, he was retired in the grade of master sergeant.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPSIDR recommends denial. DPSIDR states that based upon
a review of the applicants military records and the
documentation provided they were unable to verify his
entitlement to the MSM. Although there is evidence, there is no
special order awarding the MSM.
According to AFI 36-2803, Air Force Awards and Decorations
Program, Chapter 2, 2.2.6, no individual is automatically
entitled to an award upon completion of an operational temporary
duty (TDY) or departure for an assignment.
All Air Force decorations require a signed written
recommendation be submitted into official channels and processed
through the approval authority. The recommendation must be
submitted within two years, and the decoration presented within
three years of the act, accomplishment or service performed.
The complete 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 the
applicant on 9 Dec 11 for review and comment within 30 days. As
of this date, this office has received no response (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. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice warranting
relief. We note the office of primary responsibility (OPR)
states the applicant did not provide a special order to support
award of the MSM. However, after reviewing the documentation
submitted, we believe, the applicant has provided sufficient
evidence to support award of the MSM. In this respect, we note
the applicant submitted a copy of the MSM certificate and
citation which coincides with his retirement from the Air Force.
In view of the above, we recommend his records be corrected as
indicated below.
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THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air
Force relating to APPLICANT, be corrected to show that he was
awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, for outstanding service
for the period of 2 Jul 78 to 31 Aug 81.
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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-
2011-03909 in Executive Session on 18 Jan 12, under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The Board voted to correct the record as recommended. The
following documentary evidence pertaining to Docket Number BC-
2011-03909 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 1 Oct 11, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Letter, AFPC/DPSIDR, dated 21 Nov 11.
Exhibit C. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 9 Dec 11.
Panel Chair
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