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Checking in on your buddies takes seconds, and it could mean everything. Let them know you’re here for them, and VA is too. ❤️

Checking in on your buddies takes seconds, and it could mean everything. Let them know you’re here for them, and VA is too. ❤️

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On Patriot Day, we remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage of those who answered our Nation’s call in the years that followed. We will never forget their sacrifice.

On Patriot Day, we remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the courage of those who answered our Nation’s call in the years that followed. We will never forget their sacrifice.

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On Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, we remember those who carry on with pride and resolve after the ultimate price of freedom was paid by their loved one.

On Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, we remember those who carry on with pride and resolve after the ultimate price of freedom was paid by their loved one.

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VETERANS FIRST 💵🇺🇸

VETERANS FIRST 💵🇺🇸

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Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard! If you're a Coast Guard Veteran, tell us when and where you served!

Happy Birthday, U.S. Coast Guard! If you're a Coast Guard Veteran, tell us when and where you served!

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Are you a Veteran who deployed to a combat zone but never signed up for VA health care? If you left the military between 9/11/01 and 10/1/13, you should sign up now! But act fast—the PACT Act special enrollment deadline is September 30. Apply now at:

Are you a Veteran who deployed to a combat zone but never signed up for VA health care? If you left the military between 9/11/01 and 10/1/13, you should sign up now! But act fast—the PACT Act special enrollment deadline is September 30. Apply now at:

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On Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. May we never forget their courage and sacrifice on this day of remembrance.

On Patriot Day, we honor the lives lost to the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. May we never forget their courage and sacrifice on this day of remembrance.

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On POW/MIA Recognition Day, we pay tribute to the more than 81,000 Americans who were taken as prisoners of war or remain missing since World War II. You will never be forgotten.

On POW/MIA Recognition Day, we pay tribute to the more than 81,000 Americans who were taken as prisoners of war or remain missing since World War II. You will never be forgotten.

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Happy 77th Birthday to the U.S. Air Force! We celebrate all airmen, past and present, for their service.

Happy 77th Birthday to the U.S. Air Force! We celebrate all airmen, past and present, for their service.

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On this day, we remember the courageous Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice at Pearl Harbor, along with those who survived the attack on Dec. 7, 1941.

On this day, we remember the courageous Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice at Pearl Harbor, along with those who survived the attack on Dec. 7, 1941.

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For National Coming Out Day, VA employee and Air Force Veteran Ashley Carothers shares her story about serving in the military while in the closet and what it means to live her authentic self.

For National Coming Out Day, VA employee and Air Force Veteran Ashley Carothers shares her story about serving in the military while in the closet and what it means to live her authentic self.

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On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War Era.

On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War Era.

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Today we celebrate National Medal of Honor Day to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients. There have been 3,528 recipients of our nation's highest recognition of valor since its establishment by President Abraham Lincoln in 1861.

Today we celebrate National Medal of Honor Day to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients. There have been 3,528 recipients of our nation's highest recognition of valor since its establishment by President Abraham Lincoln in 1861.

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In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Dr. Paul R. Lawrence is joined by Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Troy Edgar to discuss career opportunities for Veterans with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

In this episode of Glad You Asked, Deputy Secretary Dr. Paul R. Lawrence is joined by Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Troy Edgar to discuss career opportunities for Veterans with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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Starting today, March 5, if you were exposed to toxins or other hazards while serving at home or abroad, you're eligible to apply for the best, most affordable health care in America for Veterans. Apply now at

Starting today, March 5, if you were exposed to toxins or other hazards while serving at home or abroad, you're eligible to apply for the best, most affordable health care in America for Veterans. Apply now at

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To every Vietnam Veteran: we see you, we honor you, and we welcome you home. Today and every day, VA is proud to serve those who served. #VietnamWarVeteransDay #WelcomeHome

To every Vietnam Veteran: we see you, we honor you, and we welcome you home. Today and every day, VA is proud to serve those who served. #VietnamWarVeteransDay #WelcomeHome

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Today we honor those who served. Those who answered our nation’s call. Those who defended our families, our neighbors and the American way of life. #VeteransDay

Today we honor those who served. Those who answered our nation’s call. Those who defended our families, our neighbors and the American way of life. #VeteransDay

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Veterans and their family members have waited far too long for the care and benefits they deserve due to toxic exposures. With the PACT Act, the wait is over. Apply now for benefits today at or call 1-800-MYVA411. We're here for you, wherever you are.

Veterans and their family members have waited far too long for the care and benefits they deserve due to toxic exposures. With the PACT Act, the wait is over. Apply now for benefits today at or call 1-800-MYVA411. We're here for you, wherever you are.

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Today, we honor all Veterans from all branches of the armed forces and extend our gratitude for their service. We salute you today and always!

Today, we honor all Veterans from all branches of the armed forces and extend our gratitude for their service. We salute you today and always!

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A change to VA education benefits. Veterans no longer need to request a review to learn whether they’re affected, and VA will automatically review the files of more than one million previously identified Veterans

A change to VA education benefits. Veterans no longer need to request a review to learn whether they’re affected, and VA will automatically review the files of more than one million previously identified Veterans

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Since VA Secretary Doug Collins started, VA's disability benefits claims backlog is down more than 20%.

Since VA Secretary Doug Collins started, VA's disability benefits claims backlog is down more than 20%.

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On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War Era. .VietnamWar50th

On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, we honor all those who bravely served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War Era. .VietnamWar50th

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Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. We remember those no longer with us, and we remember what they fought for. We remember the sacrifices they made while serving. Forever and always, we honor their legacy.

Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. We remember those no longer with us, and we remember what they fought for. We remember the sacrifices they made while serving. Forever and always, we honor their legacy.

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Beginning March 5, all Veterans who served in the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Global War on Terror, or any other combat zone after 9/11 will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits.

Beginning March 5, all Veterans who served in the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, Iraq, Afghanistan, the Global War on Terror, or any other combat zone after 9/11 will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for VA benefits.

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We remember and honor those who paid the ultimate price for our Nation’s freedom #memorialday

We remember and honor those who paid the ultimate price for our Nation’s freedom #memorialday

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Today we celebrate National Medal of Honor Day. There have been 3,517 recipients of our nation's highest recognition of valor since its establishment in 1861! We are thankful for the bravery and sacrifice of all Medal of Honor recipients, past, present and future.

Today we celebrate National Medal of Honor Day. There have been 3,517 recipients of our nation's highest recognition of valor since its establishment in 1861! We are thankful for the bravery and sacrifice of all Medal of Honor recipients, past, present and future.

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File your PACT Act claim by August 9 to be eligible for backdated benefits. There’s no deadline to apply for PACT Act benefits. But if you file your PACT Act claim—or quickly submit your intent to file—by August 9, 2023, you may receive benefits backdated to August 10, 2022.

File your PACT Act claim by August 9 to be eligible for backdated benefits. There’s no deadline to apply for PACT Act benefits. But if you file your PACT Act claim—or quickly submit your intent to file—by August 9, 2023, you may receive benefits backdated to August 10, 2022.

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