RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-01447
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His DD Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of
Transfer or Discharge, be updated to reflect the award of the
Air Force Commendation Medal.
APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal after he
separated from the Air Force and it was not reflected on his DD
Form 214.
In support of his request, the applicant submits a letter from
the XXX Bombardment Wing, Pease Air Force Base, New Hampshire
dated 15 Dec 66 which notifies him of the award.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 3 Aug
62.
On 15 Jul 66, the applicant was furnished an Honorable
discharge, and was credited with 3 years, 9 months, and 13 days
of active service.
The applicants DD Form 214 reflects the award of the following
Air Force Medals and/or Ribbons:
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal
Based on a review of the applicants official military record,
they were also able to determine the below Air Force Medals
and/or Ribbons should have been awarded during his service and
were not reflected in his records:
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with one Bronze Oak Leaf
Cluster
- Vietnam Service Medal with three Bronze Service Stars
- Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm
- Vietnam Campaign Medal
Upon final board decision, administrative correction of the
applicant official military personnel records will be
accomplished by AFPC/DPSOR.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application,
extracted from the applicants military records, are described
in the memoranda prepared by the Air Force offices of primary
responsibility (OPR), which are included at Exhibit C.
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSID recommends approval. Approval for award of the Air
Force Commendation Medal as the applicant has provided a
Presentation Letter and a citation with an official seal which
appear to be authentic.
Should the Board grant the relief sought, a Special Order will
be accomplished and the Air Force Commendation Medal will be
updated to the applicants DD Form 214.
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSID evaluation is at Exhibit C.
APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the
applicant on 1 Oct 14 for review and comment within 30 days
(Exhibit D). As of this date, no response has been received by
this office.
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. We took
notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the
merits of the case and 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 been the victim of an error. Therefore, we
recommend the applicant's records be corrected as indicated
below.
THE BOARD RECOMMENDS THAT:
The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air
Force relating to the applicant be corrected to show that his DD
Form 214, Armed Forces of the United States Report of Transfer
or Discharge, be updated to reflect the award of the Air Force
Commendation Medal.
The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2014-01447 in Executive Session on 13 Jan 15 under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
All members voted to correct the records as recommended. The
following documentary evidence was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 3 Apr 14, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Memorandum, AFPC/DPSID, dated 16 Jun 14.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 1 Oct 14.
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