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No particular individual defined the term. A veteran, in this sense, means someone who served in a particular conflict, Vietnam in this case.

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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


If a person was drafted into the us army served on active duty from 1965 to 1967 in the us but did not actively served in Vietnam can this person be considered a Vietnam era veteran?

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He/She is a Veitnam Era Veteran.


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.


When are you considered a veit nam era veteran?

You are considered a Vietnam Era veteran if you served in the active military, naval, or air service during the period defined by the U.S. government as November 1, 1955, to May 15, 1975. This includes service in Vietnam and in other locations during the Vietnam War. Eligibility for certain benefits may depend on the specifics of your service and the timeframe in which you served.


Is US Army Reservist who served during the Vietnam War a Vietnam Era Vet?

Yes, a U.S. Army Reservist who served during the Vietnam War is considered a Vietnam Era Veteran. The term "Vietnam Era Veteran" generally encompasses anyone who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces during the period defined by the Vietnam War, which includes those who served in the reserves, as long as their service was during the designated timeframe. This designation recognizes their contribution and service during that historical period, regardless of whether they were deployed to Vietnam itself.


What dates of military service qualify as veteran of Vietnam war?

The Vietnam War 'era' was 1961 to 1975.


Definition for Vietnam era veteran?

Anyone who served in Vietnam during the conflict. Not only US troops, but several nations did so too.


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.


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Bob is a member of the Rotary club and a Vietnam Veteran.


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Dates of service to be considered a Vietnam era veteran?

Vietnam era. The period beginning on February 28, 1961, and ending on May 7, 1975, inclusive, in the case of a veteran who served in the Republic of Vietnam during that period. The period beginning on August 5, 1964, and ending on May 7, 1975, inclusive, in all other cases. (Authority: 38 U.S.C. 101(29))