Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran You served on active duty during one or more of the periods of war outlined in 38 U.S.C. § 101. You served on active duty in any campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

What qualifies me as a protected veteran?

A recently separated veteran is a protected veteran when they separate from the military/stop serving on active duty and for three years afterward. This three year period begins on the date of discharge/release from active duty.

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.

How do I know if I am an Armed Forces Service Medal veteran?

Veterans unsure of their status as a protected veteran might ask what qualifies as an Armed Forces Service Medal veteran? The best place to start is with a veteran’s DD Form 214. Any awards that have been earned while on active service will be listed on the 214.

Does the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal qualify for protected veteran?

Any Armed Forces expeditionary Medal, whether listed here or not, is qualifying for Veterans preference. DD 214, Certificate of Discharge or Separation from Active Duty, or other official documents issued by the branch of service are required as verification of eligibility for Veterans preference.

Is every veteran a protected veteran?

§ 4212), prohibits discrimination against protected veterans. 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.

Is it bad to identify as a protected veteran?

Not a bad outcome. Employers must make their workplaces open to Department of Labor inspectors to ensure compliance with VEVRAA. If a veteran feels he or she has been discriminated against despite VEVRAA, they can file a claim with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).

How do I prove I am a combat veteran?

How to Prove I Am a Combat Veteran

1. Military service documentation reflecting use in a combat theater.
2. Combat veteran medals for service.
3. Combat veteran status after January 28, 2003.
4. Receipt of imminent danger or hostile fire pay or tax benefits.

Does Iraq campaign Medal 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.

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 counts as an 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.”

Does everyone get the Armed Forces Service Medal?

The AFSM may be awarded to service members who, on or after June 1, 1992: Participate, or have participated, as members of U.S. military units, in a designated U.S. military operation deemed to be a significant activity. Encounter no foreign armed opposition or imminent hostile action.

How do I find out what military medals I have earned?

Individuals can request information on military service medals, decorations and awards online: https://www.archives.gov/personnel-records-center/ awards-and-decorations.

Is Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal a campaign badge?

Expeditionary medals are unique to the United States Armed Forces, but similar medals are commonly known as campaign medals or service medals in foreign militaries.

Does the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal qualify for veterans preference?

The Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal is qualifying for veterans’ preference, provided the individual is otherwise eligible. The Department of Defense, not the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, determines who is entitled to receive a medal, and under what circumstances.