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Service eras

GWOT

Global War on Terror — collective term for OEF/OIF/OND and related operations.

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Related terms — Service eras

  • OEFOperation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan, 2001–2014).
  • OIFOperation Iraqi Freedom (Iraq, 2003–2010).
  • ONDOperation New Dawn (Iraq, 2010–2011).
  • Post-9/11Service after September 11, 2001. Special benefits including Post-9/11 GI Bill.

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