Veteran Status Question

[Beanski]

I served 9 years in the ARNG during peace time and during the Gulf War, but was not activated. I've never considered myself to be a veteran, but I know other members who claim veteran status and only served in peace time. I was given an Honorable discharge. Can someone of authority clarify this?

Thanks

[andrew.tischner]

There are two differences veteran of a foriegn war then just a veteran.

I believe most states recognize anyone that served after i believe september 1 1991 you are considered a veteran during a conflict/war.