Today we honor and remember the men and women who exhibited readiness through incredible acts of bravery and thus awarded the Purple Heart.
The Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration for military merit and was created by George Washington.
To look up Purple Heart Awardees, visit https://www.thepurpleheart.com/roll-of-honor/
Washington said, "Let it be known that he who wears the military order of the purple heart has given of his blood in the defense of his homeland and shall forever be revered by his fellow countrymen."
| Date Taken: | 08.07.2024 |
| Date Posted: | 08.16.2024 15:41 |
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