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 applicant’s 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 applicant’s 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 applicant’s 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 
applicant’s 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 applicant’s 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 applicant’s 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.