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Honoring the Purple Heart Legacy | Charleston News
On August 7th, honor the Purple Heart — America’s oldest combat wound medal, born in 1782 under George Washington and revived in 1932 by General MacArthur. Originally for enlisted soldiers, it now recognizes wounded or fallen service members across all branches, with over 1.8 million awarded since its inception. South Carolina celebrates deeply, with designated Purple Heart cities, colleges, and even a new state park named in tribute. Veterans like Jackie Drakeford, triple-veteran of Vietnam, are spotlighted nationally, while locals enjoy perks like free Purple Heart license plates and…
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