Does the National Defense Service Medal make you a protected veteran?

Under VEVRAA, a veteran may be classified as a ”disabled veteran,” ”recently separated veteran,” ”active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran,” or ”Armed Forces service medal veteran. If you answered “no” to any of the questions, you may not be considered a protected veteran.

Is the National Defense Service Medal considered an Armed Forces Service Medal?

The National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) is a service award of the United States Armed Forces established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953.

What is a protected veteran protected from?

Protected veteran status was established under the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Act (VEVRAA) in 1974. It protects veterans from discrimination based on their military service. The act specifically protects workers working for federal contractors and other companies that do business with the US government.

Does the National Defense Service Medal qualify for VFW membership?

If a veteran’s DD-214 or other military documentation confirms they have been awarded one of these campaign medals and they have served honorably, then they are eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Does the National Defense Service Medal qualify for VFW?

Who gets the Armed Forces Service Medal?

The Armed Forces Service Medal is awarded to those with qualifying military service who are part of a U.S. mission “deemed to be a significant activity and who encounter no foreign armed opposition or imminent hostile action.”

What medals qualify for veterans preference?

Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including Afghanistan (Operations Enduring Freedom (OEF), Iraqi Freedom (OIF)), Bosnia (Operations Joint Endeavor, Joint Guard, and Joint Forge), Global War on Terrorism, Persian Gulf, and others may qualify for preference.

What does it mean when it says I am not a protected veteran?

Usually it means the disability is not protected and the disability will be examined at a later date. Which could be increased or reduced. If reduced it could only be dropped to a 0\% rating for that condition, but through total disability rating will be adjusted. You could only loose money for the condition rated 0\%.

How do I get my grandfathers dd214?

You can request your military records in any of these ways:

1. Mail or fax a Request Pertaining to Military Records (Standard Form SF 180) to the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC).
2. Write a letter to the NPRC.
3. Visit the NPRC in person.
4. Contact your state or county Veterans agency.
5. Hire an independent researcher.

Can you join the American Legion if you are not a veteran?

Yes, you are a veteran. All current active duty military are eligible for membership. I didn’t retire from the military, but was on active duty during one of the qualifying time periods. As long as you have served at least one day of federal active duty during any qualifying period, you are eligible for membership.