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In accordance with section 1084 of the Fiscal Year 1998 National Defense Authorization Act, the Secretary of Defense approved awarding Cold War Recognition Certificates to all members of the armed forces and qualified federal government civilian personnel who faithfully served the United States during the Cold War era, from Sept. 2, 1945, to Dec. 26, 1991 .
Beginning on April 5, 1999 you may apply for a Cold War Recognition Certificate if you qualify. Be prepared for April 5th. Obtain the required documents and be ready to mail or fax them in support of your application.
Online application is preferred; however, the application form may be printed and mailed, or faxed. The application form also will be available through other sources to be announced.
The online application and instruction will be available at the following
address:
Cold War Recognition Certificate.
You can preview the certificate HERE
