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Are you considered a veteran if you served in the coast guard?
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∙ 15y ago
Yes.
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How is one considered a military veteran in your eyes.?
A military veteran is anyone who was in, is in, or reserved of any of the armed forces. Including the Army, the Navy, the Coast Guard, the Marines, or the Air Force.
Do reservists qualify as veterans?
A veteran is anyone who has served in the military. As far as veteran benefits are concerned, only those who have served at least six months on active duty are eligible for benefits. An exception would be a reservist who was injured during training. If you are a former reserve or National Guard member, stand proud as a veteran who volunteered to put your life on the line for liberty.
Are National Guard veterans considered for veteran benefits?
Not always. See your local VA representative.
What is Veterans Day and who is a veteran?
Veterans day was before Armistice day on November 11th. A veteran could be anything depending what type of veteran like army,milatary,navy,coast guard and you should know the rest.
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.
Are you a veteran if you served in the National Guard from 1994 to 2002?
You are considered prior service but not a veteran.
Are you a veteran if you served in new york National Guard from 1964 to1971?
No. You are considered prior service.
You served in the National guard discharged Are you a vet?
You are a National Guard veteran if it was honorable.
How is one considered a military veteran in your eyes.?
A military veteran is anyone who was in, is in, or reserved of any of the armed forces. Including the Army, the Navy, the Coast Guard, the Marines, or the Air Force.
Is a former member of the us coast guard reserves considered a veteran?
The coast guard is a branch of the military. Most small boat operations in armed conflicts are driven by a coastie . Most of the landing craft driven onto the beaches of normandy where skippered by the coast guard. They are armed and even go on special ops missions with teams like the seals. They also board drug running boats and shot 50cal machine guns . A far cry from lifeguards
Are you a veteran if served in National Guard 1963 thru1069?
If it was through some type of time machine then you are a super veteran.
Am I a veteran if I served in the national guard?
Yes- you are a veteran if you have served in any branch of the military forces. Please note that some veteran's BENEFITS are based on specific military service.
Who receives burial flag?
Someone who served as a veteran in the armed forces. EX. Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps US Coast Guard Out of curiosity I'm joining the Army
Do reservists qualify as veterans?
A veteran is anyone who has served in the military. As far as veteran benefits are concerned, only those who have served at least six months on active duty are eligible for benefits. An exception would be a reservist who was injured during training. If you are a former reserve or National Guard member, stand proud as a veteran who volunteered to put your life on the line for liberty.
What makes a veteran special?
A military veteran is anyone who has worn the uniform of their nation's military and rendered honorable service with an honorable discharge. In the U.S. this includes Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard and any National Guard or Reservists who have been deployed for active duty service at the federal level for more than 180 days.
Are you considered a veteran if you served in the National Guard 1959-1969?
Contact the VA on this topic; because their policies change. During the 1960s, 1970s, applications often said, (as an example) "must have served for 30 days or longer/or 60 days or longer/or 90 days or longer; on active duty." And sometimes those sentences had this on the end of them, "...on active duty NOT FOR TRAINING."
You served in army national guard 6mos active duty between 1962 and 1968 do you qualify as a veteran?
Yes, you would qualify as a veteran if you served in the Army National Guard for 6 months on active duty between 1962 and 1968.
