The Military Order of The Purple Heart

The Purple Heart was established by General George Washington in 1782. At that time it was called Badge of Military Merit. In 1932 it became known as the Purple Heart and is awarded only for combat wounded veterans.

Some Gave All ...

Military Order of the Purple Heart

1782 1932

This memorial is erected by

the Military Order of

the Purple Heart

in revered memory of the

men and women of our military services

who sacrificed their lives in combat action

against our nation's armed enemies.

They unselfishly served and suffered,

for neither fame nor glory,

but for ...

Military Order Purple Heart of the U.S.A.

Military Order Purple Heart of the U.S.A.

1782 - 1932

Dedicated to

KIA-MIA-WIA

In memory of tribal members

by

Military Order of Purple Heart Sun Lakes, Arizona Chapter 1958

in the year 2000

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This memorial is dedicated by a grateful nation of many nationalities and ...