i applied for a pension because i am a combat veteran i have received the silver star and the combat infantry badge yet i don't seem to be eligible for anything. my question is this are they (the government) doing anything at ALL For Korean vets or are we forgotten.
Mike W

Mike,

Go to <<Link removed by MOD>> and contact the advocate. He will be able to advise you (for free).

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Originally posted by 18276195:
i applied for a pension because i am a combat veteran i have received the silver star and the combat infantry badge yet i don't seem to be eligible for anything. my question is this are they (the government) doing anything at ALL For Korean vets or are we forgotten.
Mike W

All veterans are eligible for the same benefits based on similar requirements - like war service. Why do you think you are not eligible for a pension?

Contact a Veterans Service Officer at a group like AMVETS, VFW or the American Legion. You do not have to be a member. They can help you.

Unless something has changed very recently that's news to me. Anyone in receipt of a Silver Star automatically receives I believe $175.00 a month and MOH recipients $300. Those amounts do not reflect any colas that may have been assigned to them, been a long time since I looked at this issue. Also, it should automatically qualify you for a pension if you're not disabled, and why you're not in receipt of one is beyond me. You can research it yourself in Title 10 USC in the 1100 sections, and your branch of service. Its there.

Eres Tu !
Freddy