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Would a soldier who died a few months after being sent home from Vietnam with injuries be considered Kia?
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What was the average pay for a soldier in Vietnam War?
A 12 month tour was average. For the US Army, extensions were in 6 month increments. So, for the USA, two tours would be 18 months, three tours 24 months. Other US branches may have been different.
How long did a soldier have to stay in the Vietnam war?
The first military advisors were sent to Viet Nam in 1959 and the last one came home in 1973. The normal tour of duty for a soldier sent to Viet Nam was 12 months. Some served multible tours. In some rare cases the tour of duty could be as much as 18 months.
In what years did someone have to serve to be considered AA Vietnam veteran?
To simply have served in the country of South Vietnam while serving in the U.S. military services. Many joined the Army, so the initial service was three years. Others were drafted, and had to serve two years in the service. Draftees who came home after serving a year in Vietnam with only two or three months remaining on their 24 month service obligation were given 'early outs.' Others serving from '59 to '75 are considered Vietnam Era Veterans -- serving in the military during that time, but not actually assigned to units in Vietnam.
What Unnoticed injuries with affects that may be delayed for months or years?
micrtaumas
How long should a soldier be trained?
At least 6 months.
How long do you study to be a soldier?
like years or 15 months
What was the Length of an Officers tour of duty in Vietnam?
Unless corrected by someone, US Sailors conducted WESTPAC cruises, which may have lasted about 6 months on the gunline in Vietnam. Brown Water Navy sailors manning the Swift Boats and other riverine boats performed a regular 12 month tour. The USN was operating two separate navies in the Vietnam war; Regular warships and riverine boats (officially classified as their "Brown Water Navy").
Do the majority of lower back injuries settle down within 6 months?
yes
What happens to a soldier after nine months of service at the tomb?
After nine months, a guard is recognized with a badge signifying service at the tomb.
How many years and months were US troops fighting in the Vietnam War?
US Servicemen had been fighting communists in South Vietnam since 1955.
What was the usual length of service for a soldier in the french and Indian war?
6-12 months
