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Q552: Served Army 1956 - 1958. I left with the understanding it [my time in service] was sort of a hole in benefits. Was it correct?
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A1: Contact an Accredited Veterans Service Officer with the VFW, DAV, Am Legion, Am Vets or another Veterans Service Organization. Take a copy of your discharge (DD-214) they will explain your entitlements within the VA system. Also bring your military health records if you have them, if not the VSO can request copies. (GH) 10/25/20
A2: You served right after the Korean War, it was sort of peace time, unless you served in Korea there could be a possibility of some disability compensation. I would need more information as to where you served, what was were your duties to be able to tell you what disabilities you might have. (GR) 10/26/20