The Military Assistance Advisory Group-Vietnam is designated, beginning a politically and socially fraught war that won’t officially end until 1975. Of the 2.7 million who will serve in country, 58,220 Americans will be killed and 304,000 wounded—though the full cost of the war on Vietnam veterans is ongoing. A total of 9 million Americans will serve on active duty during the Vietnam era.
The reasons are as individual as our members. Some join for the fellowship at our more than 1,200 local chapters. Some for the inspiring national events. Others for opportunities to serve their fellow veterans and their families. And many join to continue the fight to support the rights and benefits of all veterans. DAV understands the needs of veterans because we are veterans—1 million strong. We invite you to join our cause.
The best veteran employment stories don't end with a job offer—they start there.
Today on National Hire a Veteran Day, join us in celebrating employers who see the value behind military experience and invest in veterans long after the hiring process is over.
Whether you're an employer looking to attract military talent or a veteran exploring what's next, DAV's Hiring Guide for Employers of the Military Community provides practical tips on translating military skills, supporting veteran employees and building workplaces where military-connected talent can thrive.
Explore the guide today and build your strategy for success. ➡️ davhiringguide.org/.
Corporations can spark real change when they collaborate on a shared mission. 🤝 You can join our mission to keep the promise to America’s veterans this Veterans Day and give your company a voice by becoming an official partner of the 2026 DAV 5K. 📢 Email [email protected] to learn more or visit dav.la/3ARS0vX.
America should never have to choose which veterans deserve our promises to be kept. We can support combat-disabled veterans, strengthen survivors' benefits, help caregivers and fight veteran suicide—without cutting benefits elsewhere. Remove Section 108.
Combat-disabled veterans deserve every benefit they've earned. Survivors deserve stronger support. Family caregivers need meaningful assistance. Veteran suicide demands action. There's agreement on all of that. The disagreement is Section 108. Remove it.
