RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2014-02074
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active
Duty, be corrected to reflect the following Air Force Medals and
or Ribbons:
a. Korean Defense Service Medal (KDSM) - (ADMINISTRATIVELY
CORRECTED)
b. Vietnam Training Medal, Second Class
APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He was awarded the Vietnam Training Medal, Second Class and it
is not reflected on his DD Form 214. Additionally, the KDSM was
approved for wear after he retired and his service in Korea
between Nov 76 and Nov 77 warrant the approval of the KDSM.
He would like to have a new DD Form 214 issued showing all
awards and decorations received while in the service so that he
can pass them to his heirs.
In support of his request, the applicant provides copies of his
DD Form 214, Citation and Order Number for the Vietnam Training
Medal and eligibility criteria for the Korean Defense Service
Medal.
The applicants complete submission, with attachments, is at
Exhibit A.
STATEMENT OF FACTS:
The applicant initially entered the Regular Air Force on 5 Jun
61.
On 31 Jan 86, the applicant retired with an Honorable discharge,
and was credited with 24 years, 7 months, and 26 days of active
service.
The applicants DD Form 214 reflects the award of the following
Air Force Medals and/or Ribbons:
- Distinguished Flying Cross
- Meritorious Service Medal with 1 device
- Air Medal with 3 devices
- Air Force Commendation Medal
- Air Force Achievement Medal
- Small Arms Marksmanship Ribbon with 1 device
- NCO PME Ribbon
- National Defense Service Medal
- Vietnam Service Medal
- Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Medal with 1 device
- Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
- Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with 7 devices
- Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon with 5 devices
- Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 6 devices
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are
contained in the memorandum prepared by the Air Force office of
primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibit C.
AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
AFPC/DPSID recommends denial of the Vietnam Service Medal Second
Class, indicating it is a foreign award and not authorized for
acceptance, therefore there is no evidence of an error or an
injustice.
Based on a review of the applicants official military personnel
record, they were able to determine the below Air Force Medals
and/or Ribbons should have been awarded:
- Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars
- Korean Defense Service Medal
Upon final Board decision, administrative correction of the
applicants official military personnel record will be completed
by AFPC/DPSOR.
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 12 Nov 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. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to
demonstrate the existence of an error or injustice warranting
correction of the applicants records to reflect the award of
the Vietnam Service Medal, Second Class. 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. We note the Air
Force OPR has determined the applicants eligibility for the
Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars and the
Korean Defense Service Medal and will correct the records
administratively. Therefore, in the absence of evidence to the
contrary, we find no basis to recommend granting relief beyond
that rendered administratively.
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.
The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2014-02074 in Executive Session on 7 Apr 15 under the
provisions of AFI 36-2603:
, Panel Chair
, Member
, Member
The following documentary evidence pertaining AFBCMR Docket
Number BC-2014-02074 was considered:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 12 May 14, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Memorandum, AFPC/DPSID, dated 25 Sep 14.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 12 Nov 14.
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