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Description
For persons 17+ who ever served in the U.S. Armed Forces, or whose U.S. veteran status is unknown, AFYRS indicates the total years of active duty service.
Comparability
AFYRS is only available for 1978 and has no comparability issues.
Universe
1978: Persons age 17+ who ever served in the U.S. armed forces or whose U.S. veteran status is unknown.