Combat Wounded Veterans

The Purple Heart, the nation's oldest military decoration, was dedicated to combat wounded veterans and associated with the Military Order of the Purple Heart from 1782 to 1932. It honored those who shed blood in service, and the medal was presented as the country's way of showing care. The accompanying sentiment expressed a hope that if their sacrifice could be seen by all humankind, peace might come in their lifetime.

Bel-Nor, Missouri · United States