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National Purple Heart Day
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National Purple Heart Day


Aug 7, 2021, 9:07 AM

The first Purple Heart ever awarded was called the Badge of Military Merit at the time. General George Washington established it to recognize heroic acts by his troops during the American Revolution. On August 7, 1782, he issued the first three Badges of Military Merit, which were purple cloth patches in the shape of a heart.

The first service member to be given the modern Purple Heart was General Douglas MacArthur for his service in the Pacific theater during World War II. In total there have been 1.8 million Purple Hearts awarded over the years.

Purple Heart Day was first observed in 2014 and has been observed every year since. It’s a chance to reflect on the bravery of those who have fought for the U.S. and to ensure that their courage is never forgotten

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My Father In-Law Who Was Wounded a Few Times in Viet Nam


Aug 7, 2021, 9:15 AM

to this day calls it "his slow man" award

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Re: My Father In-Law Who Was Wounded a Few Times in Viet Nam


Aug 7, 2021, 10:27 AM

Thank him for his service??????????????????

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Re: National Purple Heart Day


Aug 7, 2021, 9:48 AM

In South Carolina, any child of a service member who received a Purple Heart is entitled to receive free tuition at any state supported college or university.

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That Would Still Be Too Much Tuition to Attend USUCK***


Aug 7, 2021, 10:30 AM



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