How do I find a World War 2 veteran?

It is not difficult to find WWII veterans so just ask around, go to senior homes, or go to veteran groups (VFW,DAV,AL). If you cannot meet a veteran you can always talk to them over the phone. There is no reason why you should not become friends with these men.

How old would WWII veterans be today?

LAKELAND – Of the 16 million Americans who served in World War II, an estimated 100,000 are alive today. The youngest are now 95 years old. Two men who served in the air during WWII were on hand Friday to share their memories at the Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo at Lakeland Linder International Airport.

How many WWII veterans are still alive 2021?

There are about 326,000 American World War II veterans alive today, according to federal data from earlier this year, a small fraction of the 16 million Americans who served during the conflict.

Who are the dependents of World War 2 veterans?

Surviving spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents of Veterans who died as the result of diseases related to radiation exposure during military service may be eligible for survivors’ benefits. Learn more on the Dependents & Survivors page.

How many World War 2 veterans are eligible for a & a?

Of the 1.7 million World War II veterans alive as of 2011, who were in need of caregiving assistance and thus eligible, only 38,076 veterans and 38,685 surviving spouses were granted the A&A benefit that year, according to Mr. Noller. Mr. Noller is not the first to acknowledge A&A is a well-kept secret.

Are there health benefits for World War 2 veterans?

World War II era Veterans may qualify for health care and compensation benefits if you were exposed to ionizing radiation during military service. Health care services include an Ionizing Radiation Registry health exam and clinical treatment at VA’s War Related Illness and Injury Study Centers.

Who are the survivors of World War 2?

Benefits for Survivors of Veterans with Radiation Exposure. Surviving spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents of Veterans who died as the result of diseases related to radiation exposure during military service may be eligible for survivors’ benefits. Learn more on the Dependents & Survivors page. How to Apply