Established by General George Washington -- known as the "Badge of Military Merit"-- on August 7, 1782. Revived as the Purple Heart in 1932 by General Douglas MacArthur. Awarded to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States or any
civilian national of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the U.S. Armed Forces, after April 5, 1917, has been wounded, killed, or who has died or may hereafter die of wounds received
under any of the following circumstances...

http://www.amervets.com/replacement/ph.htm#isr

Common Myths About the Purple Heart Medal
http://members.aol.com/warlibrary/theheart.htm

NOTE: Eligible personnel should ensure this Service Period acknowledgment is listed on your current 201A Military Award Report: http://www.amervets.com/201areq.htm (or... amervets.com/201a)

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