What are the dates for each wartime period?

• 7 August 2023

As specified in law, the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizes these war periods:

• World War I
  April 6, 1917 to November 11, 1918
• World War II
  December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946
• Korean War
  June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955
• Vietnam War ** Additional dates of eligibility may apply. Please contact our office.
  August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975
• Gulf War
  August 2, 1990 to present