Widow seeks help proving husband was in Vietnam

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Dear Sgt Shaft:

I am not sure what I need to do or who can help me at this point. Your name was mentioned as a person who helps veterans and widows.

My story is quite simple. My husband, Michael, was a Navy corpsman assigned to the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. He died from multiple myeloma. This was added to the Agent Orange presumptive list. I filed to reopen my DIC claim.

Now, the VA tells me that I have to prove Mike was in Vietnam. The records I am sending have RVN on them. I have been told this means Republic of Vietnam. I cannot understand what else would be needed. His records, 1st Marine Division history, death certificate and the VA letter are provided for you.

I have two daughters. We have struggled since Mike's death in 1990. Now I know what caused his death at such an early age. The VA benefits would help.

I am asking you to make inquiries on my behalf to resolve the VA claim.

Thanks for all you do for veterans and widows.

Sincerely yours,

Rita S.

Upper Darby, Pa.