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Q: Why are veterans called veterans after only 2 - 3 years in the US military?
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Do veterans still serve are country for freedom?

Only some veterans go back. If they get called back or they choose to.


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You get the cards at your local base from whatever branch of the service you are in, but only if you qualify-retired military for example or military spouse, etc.


would someone be entitled to military benefits after only serving 4 years and honorary dischg?

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Is Veterans Day only for those who have died or for ALL veterans?

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Can anyone buy at navy exchange?

No - only Active Duty, Reserve, and Retired Veterans and dependents are allowed to use the any military exchange, unless it's a civilian assigned to a military unit and has special permission.


Why are veterans forced t fight in wars?

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What day as veterans' day declared a national holiday?

It was President Woodrow Wilson who originally declared Armistice Day to recognize the service of military members from WWI.Congress (the only body with the power to declare holidays) changed it to "Veterans Day" following the Korean War as recognition for all US Veterans, past and to come.


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