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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 is a Marine Infantry Battalion?
For the US Army, during the Vietnam War, a battalion was about 600 men. The US Marine Corps will be similar in organization (during the Vietnam era).
What president during the Vietnam era was considered a hawk?
Tricky Dick, as known to the American people; B52 Nixon as known to the GIs in Vietnam.
What two major wars you involved in during the cold war era?
vietnam war and the cold war
What qualifies as a veteran during Vietnam era?
Generally, a Vietnam era veteran is considered anyone who served in the military between 1964-1975. There are, however, some nuances in the case of Vietnam War veterans, who served in country during the war. They can date back to the late 1950s and early 1960s, when the US had advisers in Vietnam; also, while there were only few in Vietnam at this time, some US servicemen who served in 1974-1975 would be considered Vietnam veterans (I.e. marines present at the Fall of Saigon and US Navy sailors who aided in evacuating Saigon).
What is a Vietnam -era veteran?
Not everyone who served during the era of the Vietnam War went to Vietnam. Some remained in cantonment. Some participated in other military actions during this era (e.g., the occupation of the Dominican Republic, etc.). Some were stationed in other countries in support of operations in Vietnam. "Vietnam-era veteran" refers to them.
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.
If you served during the Vietnam war in the us army reserves but were not called to active duty except for training are you considered a Vietnam era veteran?
You are a Vietnam Era Veteran but not a Vietnam War Veteran
How many rounds does a Vietnam era m16 hold?
M16s during the Vietnam era were typically issued with 20 round magazines, although a limited supply of 30 round magazines was manufactured for the military during this time.
What is a Marine Infantry Battalion?
For the US Army, during the Vietnam War, a battalion was about 600 men. The US Marine Corps will be similar in organization (during the Vietnam era).
Definition for Vietnam era veteran?
Anyone who served in Vietnam during the conflict. Not only US troops, but several nations did so too.
What president during the Vietnam era was considered a hawk?
Tricky Dick, as known to the American people; B52 Nixon as known to the GIs in Vietnam.
What show produced conflicting philosophies about war during the height of the Vietnam era?
The news media.
When was the Mini Bird invented?
during the Vietnam era 1963-1975 some time around there
Why was the term Vietnam era used to classify veterans of the Vietnam war?
To differentiate those who served during the Viet nam war but were not in the war theater
What two major wars you involved in during the cold war era?
vietnam war and the cold war
Can a member of the NY National Guard during Vietnam era qualify for Legion membership?
American Legion, yes.
