National Purple Heart Day

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Assemblymember Janet Nguyen recognizes National Purple Heart Day

On: August 7, 2021

Today we honor the military personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice of giving their lives on the front lines and received the Purple Heart award. The Purple Heart award is a medal given to service members who were wounded or killed due to enemy actions while serving in the …continue reading

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Statement by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III on National Purple Heart Day

By: courtesy

On: August 7, 2021

In: Calendar, Military

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III released this statement on National Purple Heart Day: On this National Purple Heart Day, let us pause to honor those who have suffered wounds or who have made the ultimate sacrifice in combat. Their willingness to hazard themselves and the scars some still bear …continue reading