RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
         AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-01951

		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His record be corrected to reflect the award of the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal (MSM).

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

Applicant provides no contentions in his application.

Applicant’s complete submission is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Applicant contracted his initial enlistment in the Regular Air Force on 7 December 1981.  He continually served on active duty and was progressively promoted to the grade of technical sergeant. Applicant retired after serving 20 years, 7 months and 24 days of total active military service.

Applicant’s DD Form 214 reflects that he was awarded the Bronze Star, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal w/3 oak leaf clusters. 

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPPR recommended denial and stated that without a copy of an order, they are unable to verify the applicant’s entitlement to the Meritorious Service Medal.  There is no indication in his records that he was recommended for, or awarded, the Meritorious Service Medal.  

AFPC/DPPPR complete evaluation is attached at Exhibit C.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A complete copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 5 September 2003, 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 timely filed.

3.	Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  After a thorough review of the applicant’s submission and the available evidence of record, we are not persuaded that he should be awarded the Air Force MSM.  We took notice of his 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 and adopt their rationale as the basis for our conclusion that the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice.  There was no evidence presented, other than his own assertions, which would lead us to believe that he was recommended for this award.  We are not unmindful or unappreciative of his service to his Nation.  Should he secure supporting documentation, we would be willing to reconsider his application.  Otherwise, without persuasive evidence, we find no compelling basis to warrant favorable consideration of his application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of a material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence no considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2003-01951 in Executive Session on 14 October 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.	DD Form 149, dated 30 Apr 03, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.	Applicant's Master Personnel Records..
	Exhibit C.	Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, dated 29 Aug 03, w/atch.
	Exhibit D.	Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 5 Sep 03.