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Whether you’re a Veteran, service member, or family member, we’re here to help you get the care and benefits you deserve. Create an account to manage your VA benefits and care in one …
What Is a Veteran? The Legal Definition - VA.org
The word “veteran” represents courage, sacrifice, and national service. Legally, it is a status that determines who can access vital programs like VA healthcare, disability benefits, and home …
Who Qualifies as a Veteran, Who is Considered a Veteran
Sep 30, 2025 · Who qualifies as a veteran in the U.S. Military? Learn how the U.S. defines a veteran and the criteria for determination. Learn more on MyMilitaryBenefits.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Who Is a Veteran?
Sep 29, 2025 · By statute, veteran is defined as a "person who served in the active military, naval, air, or space service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other …
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) | USAGov
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) runs programs benefiting veterans and members of their families.
What’s open — and what’s closed — on Veterans Day
6 hours ago · The Veterans Day holiday began more than a century ago, albeit under a different name, as a celebration of the end of World War I. Over time its name and purpose evolved …
About | Veterans History Project | Programs | Library of Congress
The Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress collects, preserves and makes accessible the firsthand recollections of U.S. military veterans who served from World War I through more …
AMVETS: Serving American Veterans
To safeguard the entitlements of American veterans, AMVETS provides service such as VA claim filing assistance, employment assistance, advocacy in D.C., & more. Don’t wait to give a tax …
Department of Veterans Affairs
IDVA sets the standard for connecting veterans and their families with all the benefits and privileges they earned to empower them to thrive.
Veterans Benefits Administration
Oct 3, 2025 · Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.