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The term specifically means someone who has spent a number of years in their occupation and has endured all the hardships associated with it, and had a wealth of knowledge to share from their experiences. A similar word would be 'experienced.'
The term "Veteran" is most often used to indicate a person who served in the military. Veterans Day in the US is a holiday to commemorate those that served in the armed forces.
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∙ 15y agoVeterans are people in any kind of military branch who have served the United States of America.Give thanks to these people on November 11. This is the day to thank anyone who has been in a war with out them this world as we know it might not exist the way we think it is.
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Who paid to build the Vietnam veterans memorial?
Veteran and non-veteran donations.
What makes a veteran?
Anyone from any nation, who has worn the military uniform, is a veteran.
How long do you have to serve over seas to be a veteran?
Serving "over-seas" is NOT A REQUIREMENT for veteran status. Serving honorably in the US military makes you a military veteran.
Are you considered a veteran if drafted into army in 1966 and served two years?
Yes, if you served, you are a veteran.
Is the US Post Office open on Veteran's Day?
No, the post office is closed on Veteran's Day.
What does ventana mean in spanish?
veteran
What can you think a veteran for?
I think you mean why do we thank veteran's, we thank veterans for protecting us and this country from the German's, Japanese, and Italy.
What does a true veteran mean to you?
A true veteran is someone that has serve and protected our country. A true veteran will lay (his or her) life on the line for someone but also risking (his or her) life. A true veteran is the reason why our country is free and why we are called The United States Of America.
i need to know of a nursing home that takes vent patients?
Hello, are you referring to a patient on a ventilator or did you mean "Vet" as in Veteran? If you mean Veteran, then call this number in Denver, (303) 393-2828.
What does DAO mean in Veteran Affairs terminology?
Decision Adjudication Officer
What is does the Irish word arsa mean?
Said, says. 'Arsa mise', said I.ársa is ancient/antique; aged/veteran (as an adjective)ársa (as a noun) a veteran
What does 'veterano del vietnam' mean in Spanish?
It means Vietnam vet (veteran).
How much does a vet in Ontario Canada earn?
You mean a veterinarian or a military veteran??
What does a DD Form 257N mean?
It is a Form # for a discharged Veteran i want its definition.
What does dd form 257n mean?
It is a Form # for a discharged Veteran i want its definition.
What does decorated veteran mean?
With some exceptions, like dishonorable discharges, all servicemen have been awarded a medal, just completing basic training might earn them the National Defense ribbon. Therefore all veterans are decorated veterans...however, what the term "decorated veteran" has come to mean to people in general; is a veteran that has been awarded a medal for valor (decorated for valor or decorated for heroism). So even though a servicemember is decorated with a medal (only the ribbon is actually worn), only the ones "for valor" are generally what the term "decorated veteran" pertains to.
What does the flag mean to a veteran?
He can visualize his buddies faces in the jungles and firebases from years past.
