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In what years did someone have to serve to be considered AA Vietnam veteran?
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∙ 8y ago
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.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 8y agoAre the years from 1979 to 1982 considered in the Vietnam Era
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I served actve duty from 1959 to Dec 1962. I was in active reserve from 1962 to 1967. I never served in Vietnam. Am I considered a Vietnam veteran?
No, you are not considered a Vietnam veteran. To be considered a Vietnam veteran, one must have served in the Vietnam War theater of operations, which generally includes service in Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia between the dates of July 26, 1959, and May 7, 1975. Since you did not serve in Vietnam, you are not considered a Vietnam 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.
Did Tom seleck serve in Vietnam?
No
Must you serve in war time to qualify as a veteran?
NO. Anyone who has worn a military uniform in service to their nation, war or peace, is a veteran.
Did New Zealand forces serve in the Vietnam war?
YEP.
Are those that served in the U.S Army Reserves from 1972 -1978 considered Vietnam Era vets since some did not serve in country?
Beginning service when the war was going on is considered Vietnam "Era." A veteran doesn't have to serve "in country" to meet "Era" status.
If you were honorably discharged in February 1961 from the Army after serving from 1958 would you be considered a Vietnam vet?
Unless you actually served in Viet Nam you are not a Viet Nam Veteran. You are considered a Veteran. I served from 1964-1967 and never was sent to Viet Nam, but was sent to Germany. I am a Veteran but not a Viet Nam Veteran.Additional infoVietnam vets are vets that served from 1964 to 1975 and received the Vietnam Service Metal (VSM ). The military had regulations covering who received the VSM. So since you did not serve during those dates, you would not be eligible for the VSM and therefore not considered a Vietnam Veteran. (If you had served anytime from 1964 to 1975 and had not received the VSM, you would be referred to as a Vietnam Era Veteran.
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 served actve duty from 1959 to Dec 1962. I was in active reserve from 1962 to 1967. I never served in Vietnam. Am I considered a Vietnam veteran?
No, you are not considered a Vietnam veteran. To be considered a Vietnam veteran, one must have served in the Vietnam War theater of operations, which generally includes service in Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, or Cambodia between the dates of July 26, 1959, and May 7, 1975. Since you did not serve in Vietnam, you are not considered a Vietnam veteran.
Did veteran serve the military?
By definition, a veteran is someone that served in the military. There are other used of the term for those that have been in jobs and skill sets for long periods of time. But the use of veteran for Vetereans Day is specific to the military type.
Are Vietnam Era Veterans eligible for a pension or compensation even though they didn't serve in Vietnam?
The VA will divide the "Viet Era" vets into two groups: Those that served in country and those that did not. Example: When filling out forms for the Agent Orange program(s) (for exposure) the VA will issue the veteran a map of South Vietnam. On that map the veteran will indicate areas in which he served. Obviously, if he didn't serve in country, the map is invalid. And so is the medical service attached to it.
Can you serve in a foreign country to be a veteran?
Any person who has ever served their nation in a military uniform is a veteran.
How can you become a veteran?
The most common usage is for former armed services personnel. A veteran is one who has served in the armed forces, especially one who has served in combat. It is especially applied to those who served for an entire career, usually of 20 years or more, but may be applied for someone who has only served one tour of duty. A common misconception is that one had to have either been in combat and/or has retired from active duty to be called a military veteran. Short answer: complete a tour of military service.
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.
Which belief might have caused someone to protest Vietnam war?
America should not require young men to serve in the army
Was Thomas Jefferson a veteran?
Thomas Jefferson the third President of the United States of America was not a veteran as he did not serve in any war.
Did coach k serve in Vietnam?
No
