Cold War Recognition Certificate

Want a piece of paper that shows off your Federal service during the Cold War Era? Well you are in luck! Suitable for framing!

Want a piece of paper that shows off your Federal service during the Cold War Era? Well you are in luck! Suitable for framing!

Eligibility

Military AND Federal civil servants who served from September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991.

Complete the Application Form.
Obtain a copy of your DD-214/any other official military document that contains the person’s name, social security number, AND a date showing at least one day of service during the Cold War Era. In the case of Federal civil servants a SF-50 takes the place of the DD-214.
Submission:

The completed application AND copies of supporting documents can be mailed:

Commander, USAHRC Cold War Recognition Program ATTN: AHRC-PDP-A, Dept 480 1600 Spearhead Division Avenue Fort Knox, KY 40122-5408

Year of Separation Obtaining Supporting Documents

BEFORE 1960 Click HERE

AFTER 1960 Click HERE

Year Employment Ended Obtaining Supporting Documents

BEFORE 1952 Click HERE

AFTER 1952 Click HERE

If deceased, their primary next-of-kin (PNOK) may apply for the certificate. If the Veteran or federal employee was married, the primary next-of-kin is the spouse, children, or siblings, in that order of precedence. If the spouse is living, he/she must apply before the veteran's eldest son or daughter. If the Veteran's eldest son or daughter applies, the request must explain that the spouse is deceased. If the Veteran was not married, the PNOK is the veteran's father/mother, or brothers/sisters, in that order of precedence. If the Veteran's parents are living, they must apply before the Veteran's eldest brother or sister applies. If the Veteran's eldest brother or sister applies, the request must explain that the parents are deceased.