RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS


IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2013-01197

			COUNSEL:  NONE

			HEARING DESIRED:  NO 


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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His records be corrected to reflect award of the Global War on 
Terrorism Expeditionary (GWOT-E) Medal.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He meets the requirements for the GWOT-E.  He was skipped over 
due to the timeframe of the creation of the award and his 
separation from active duty.  

The applicant’s complete submission, with attachments, is at 
Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

On 11 Aug 99, the applicant commenced his enlistment in the 
Regular Air Force and served on active duty until 10 Aug 2003, 
when he was honorably discharged.

The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application are 
described in the letter prepared by the Air Force office of 
primary responsibility (OPR), which is attached at Exhibit C.    

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPSID recommends denial indicating there is no evidence of 
an error or injustice.  The applicant’s records indicate that he 
was awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) for his 
deployment to Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, from 
14 Dec 01 through 27 Jan 02 in support of Operations SOUTHERN 
WATCH and ENDURING FREEDOM.  While the GWOT-E is awarded to 
service members who have deployed abroad to specific areas of 
eligibility (AOE) in support of the GWOT on or after 11 Sep 01, 
awarding the GWOT-E to the applicant in addition to the AFEM 
would constitute dual recognition as he was already awarded the 
AFEM for said deployment.

A review of the applicant’s military personnel records verified 
his entitlement to the GWOT Service Medal (GWOT-S) and the Air 
Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon with Gold Border (AFESR 
w/GB).  His records will be administratively corrected to 
reflect these awards.

A complete copy of the AFPC/DPSID 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 28 May 13, for review and comment within 30 days 
(Exhibit D).  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 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 error or injustice.  We took notice 
of the applicant’s complete submission in judging the merits of 
the case.  The applicant is requesting award of the GWOT-E for 
his for his participation in support of the Global War on 
Terrorism.  However, we are not persuaded by the evidence 
provided that he was entitled to the GWOT-E.  The applicant’s 
records reflect he has received recognition for his deployment 
in support of the Global War on Terrorism by award of the AFEM.  
Thus, awarding the applicant the GWOT-E would violate the 
Department of Defense’s (DOD) policy on dual recognition.  
Therefore, 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.  Therefore, in the 
absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no basis to 
recommend granting any relief beyond that rendered 
administratively.

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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.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket 
Number BC-2013-01197 in Executive Session on 23 Jan 14, under 
the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	, Panel Chair
	, Member
	, Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

	Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 4 Mar 13, w/atchs.
	Exhibit B.  Applicant's Master Personnel Records
	Exhibit C.  Letter, AFPC/DPSID, dated 13 May 13.
	Exhibit D.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 28 May 13.



                                   
                                   Panel Chair