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Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents (2006 Edition) - This booklet lists the variety of federal benefits available to veterans and their dependents.

Click here to view the booklet as a series of Web pages.

Click here to download the entire booklet as a PDF file (1.08 MB).

Click here to download the booklet without the VA facility listings. (868 KB PDF)

Click here to download the VA facility listings only. (556 KB PDF)

La versión en Español de el folleto "Beneficios Federales para los Veteranos y sus Dependientes", el cual explica la variedad de beneficios disponibles para los veteranos y sus dependientes, se encuentra disponible en versión PDF al presionar aquí. (1.3 MB KB PDF)
VAnguard
VAnguard
Current and back issues of the employee newsletter are available for viewing as PDF files.
Portrait of Secretary Nicholson that links to a collection of the Secretary's Speeches Speeches of Secretary Nicholson
A collection of speeches delivered by VA Secretary R. James Nicholson.
A History of the VA VA History
The history of veterans benefits in America from colonial times through the present.
The American Veteran The American Veteran, Video Series
A series of short video features about veterans' rights and benefits along with inspiring stories of service and sacrifice made by America's men and women in uniform.
VA News VA News
"VA News" is a weekly video program designed to provide timely news and information about the Department of Veterans Affairs. (Windows Media Player and Real Player formats)
Celebrating America's Freedoms Celebrating America's Freedoms
A collection of stories about some of America’s most beloved customs and national symbols. Topics include the history of "Taps," the Pledge of Allegiance, gun salutes, the correct method for displaying and folding the American flag and many more. Educators, students and others should find this collection informative and helpful when researching or planning activities for national observances such as Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Flag Day.
Behind the names of VA facilities Behind the Names
VA facilities all over the country bear the names of Americans who made significant contributions to their country. Who were they? This series of articles takes a look at these historical figures.
Public Affairs Calendar 2006 VA Public Affairs Event Calendar
Month-by-month calendar of significant VA and national activities.
Strictly Speaking Strictly Speaking Browse through this collection of speeches and testimony on Veterans Affairs and pertinent issues.
CARES Decision Report The CARES Decision, A Special Report
Special edition magazine describing highlights of the Secretary's CARES decision, behind the scenes reports and more (430 KB PDF).
Health Care Eligibility Facts About Enrollment for VA Health Care and Application Form
Find out who is eligible for VA health care and how to apply.

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