Purple Heart Memorial
Combat Wounded Veterans
Dedicated to the recipients of this nation’s oldest military decoration, “The Purple Heart”
Military Order of the Purple Heart 1782 • 1932
My stone is red for the blood they shed.
The medal I bear is my country’s way to show they care.
If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my time.
Erected by the Military Order of the Purple Heart
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my Country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime.
Marker is on Broadway (Alternate U.S. 19), on the right when traveling north.
Courtesy hmdb.org
