During the United States led conflicts in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, more than 7,000 American soldiers were killed in the line of duty. And for those men and women who served in those wars and survived, the impact of what they saw and experienced will forever be etched in their minds and in their souls.

The question now is, as a citizen of this great nation, how can we show these OIF-OEF veteran men and women that all of their sacrifices and services are greatly appreciated? And that from the bottom of our hearts, we thank and salute them?

There are countless ways to do this. One great example is by supporting worthy organizations that helps veterans. Patronizing veteran themed products like the Handmade By Heroes OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelet is also another way.

The Handmade By Heroes OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelet is not just your ordinary bracelet. Every OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelet are designed and assembled by U.S. veterans themselves. The OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelet is not only a sight to behold, but most importantly, all of the materials used in making the OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelets are also of the best quality. And when you strap an OIF-OEF Veteran Paracord Bracelet around your wrist, you can also help spread awareness about the importance of giving proper respect and appreciation towards all veterans of our great nation.

What is OIF and OEF? And what does it stand for?

OEF/OIF is an acronym that refers to the U.S.-led conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Specifically, OEF means "Operation Enduring Freedom"  or the war in Afghanistan, while OIF stands for "Operation Iraqi Freedom," or the Iraq War.

Who is eligible as an OIF-OEF Veteran?

Title 38, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 1710(e)(1)(D) states that a veteran who served on active duty in a theater of combat operations during a period of war after the Persian Gulf War, or in combat against a hostile force during a period of hostilities after November 11, 1998 is eligible for hospital care, medical services, and nursing home care for any illness, notwithstanding that there is insufficient medical evidence to conclude that such condition is attributable to such service. "Hostilities" is defined as conflict in which the members of the Armed Forces are subjected to danger comparable to the danger to which members of the Armed Forces have been subjected in combat with enemy armed forces during a period of war.

OEF/OIF/OND/OFS veterans qualify for special combat veteran eligibility for up to five years after their discharge from service. This special eligibility includes enrollment in Priority Group 6 and exemption from copayments for care of conditions potentially related to their military service. Veterans serving in the Southwest Asia theater of operations (OIF/OND) are also eligible to participate in the Persian Gulf War Registry examination program.

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