You may be eligible for VA benefits or compensation for surviving spouses if you meet the requirements listed below . You ll also need to provide evidence with your claim showing that one of the descriptions below is true for the Veteran or service member .Evidence may include documents like military service records , doctor s reports , and medical test results .
What requirements must I meet?
Where you married to the veteran or service member before January 1, 1957?
No it was not before then.
Did you marry the veteran or service member within 15 years of their discharge from the period of military service during which the qualifying illness or injury started or got worse?
No I sure did not.
Were you married to the veteran or service member for at least 1 year?
No I was not
Did you have a child with the veteran or service member?
Yes I did.
What is the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act?