What is an OEF veteran?

OEF/OIF is an acronym that refers to the U.S.-led conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Specifically, OEF means “Operation Enduring Freedom” (the war in Afghanistan), while OIF stands for “Operation Iraqi Freedom,” or the Iraq War. Veterans from the OEF/OIF conflicts have been found to have high rates of PTSD.

What is meant by Operation Enduring Freedom?

Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) was the title used by the United States to refer to the Global War on Terrorism. OEF began on October 7, 2001, in response to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, after which the United States targeted al-Qaeda and the Taliban in Afghanistan.

Is OEF still ongoing?

Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) was the official name used by the U.S. government for the Global War on Terrorism….Operation Enduring Freedom.

When did Operation Freedom’s Sentinel end?

December 31, 2014
Operation Freedom’s Sentinel (OFS) U.S. combat operations in Afghanistan ended on December 31, 2014.

How many OEF OIF veterans are there?

Over 1.1 million active-component members are stationed in the United States.

What are OEF OIF OND veterans?

OEF/OIF/OND care managers assist with the transition of Service members from the military into the VA system for health care and coordination of benefits. They have developed specialized programs, clinics, counseling, and outreach activities to help reintegrate each Service member back into his or her community.

What was the main goal of Operation Enduring Freedom?

The very simple purpose was to build and maintain pressure inside Afghanistan, with the objective of the destruction of the al Qaeda terrorist network and the government of the Taliban.

What led to Enduring Freedom?

Naval History and Heritage Command In response to the 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people, Operation Enduring Freedom officially began 7 October 2001 with American and British bombing strikes against al-Qaeda and Taliban forces in Afghanistan.

What war was going on in 1998?

1990–2005

Who gets the GWOT?

The GWOTSM was established by EO 13289, 12 March 2003. It is authorized for award to Service members of the Armed Forces of the United States who participated in or served in support of approved GWOT operations outside of the designated AOE on or after 11 September 2001 to a future date to be determined.

How many soldiers died in OIF and OEF?

(As of September 3, 2021)