US EditionRecognition for more veterans
- The government is broadening the official definition of "veteran" and establishing a national day of tribute.
- Former Defence Force personnel voiced long-standing concerns about feeling excluded by the existing narrow veteran definition.
- The redefinition includes former NZDF personnel with at least three years of service or campaign medals.
- Veterans Minister Chris Penk stated the government heard the military community's voices and wants to honor their legacy.
- About 100,000 more ex-soldiers, sailors, and aviators will be recognized, though support entitlements will remain unchanged.
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VETERANS' RECOGNITION: KENNETH RING - The Leavenworth Times
Neal Hanley Special to the Times Kenneth George Ring was born Oct. 9, 1922, in Theilman, Minnesota, the son of John F. and Phoebe Ann… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close The post VETERANS’ RECOGNITION: KENNETH RING appeared first on The Leavenworth Times.
Recognition for more veterans
War hero Willie Apiata gifts his Victoria Cross medal to Minister for Veterans Chris Penk. Photo: LDR The government is expanding the official term "veteran" to include about 100,000 more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators, and will establish a new national day of tribute.
More former defence personnel to be recognised as veterans
The Government will introduce legislation to recognise more former soldiers, sailors and aviators as veterans and will establish a new national day of tribute, commemorated by an annual awards ceremony, Veterans Minister Chris Penk has announced. “The Government takes seriously its responsibility to honour and uphold the legacy of our veterans. We’ve heard the voices of the military community, who feel that the current legal definition of a vete…
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