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Only 5 years separates a Korean War vet from a WWII vet; the vast majority of WWII soldiers, marines, sailors, and especially pilots fought in Korea. Today an 80 year old man might be a Korean War veteran...and/or a WWII veteran. Vietnam vets would be in their late 50's by now. Many Vietnam War NCOs (Non-Commissioned Officers/Sergeants) & OFFICERS in Vietnam had fought in WWII and/or Korea. The US commanders in Vietnam; GENs Harkins, Westmoreland, and Abrams all fought under GEN Patton during WWII (Westmoreland fought at the Hurtzgen Forest with the 9th ID in WWII).
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When did soldiers from the Korean War first qualify as veterans?
A veteran is considered anyone that has served in the armed forces. Anyone that came back from Korea would have been a Veteran of the Korean War. Once one has received a discharge from the armed forces, they are a veteran.
What time frames are necessary for a veteran to be considered Korean War Era?
1950 ~ 1953
How are Korean people today then they were in the Korean War?
There were Koreans to begin with for Korean War to begin. Without Koreans the war wouldn't happen right?
What does the VA define as a Korean War Veteran?
If a US serviceman served in Korea, or offshore on a US Navy vessel, or flew missions as a US airman in & during the Korean War...he's a Korean War vet. Any discharge paper will reflect those experiences.
Were the Korean people strong in the Korean War?
Yes! That is why Korea is still standing strong and booming today! :D
