How much is it to buy a Purple Heart?
They are sold for about $30 at a military base, and even though they are only meant for recipients looking for a replacement, often the sellers don’t ask for proof of eligibility.
What can you do with a Purple Heart?
That’s where Purple Hearts Reunited steps in. The organization helps those who have found a medal return it to the person who received it or their surviving family. It also helps veterans locate replacement documentation and medals, and can assist them in enrolling in the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor.
Do Purple Heart medals have serial numbers?
medals struck in 1942—with a six-digit serial number—appeared as late as the Vietnam War. Using general specifications provided to her, Will created the design sketch for the present medal of the Purple Heart.
What does a Purple Heart stand for?
The Purple Heart medal is presented to service members who have been wounded or killed as a result of enemy action while serving in the U.S. military. A Purple Heart is a solemn distinction and means a service member has greatly sacrificed themselves, or paid the ultimate price, while in the line of duty.
Who qualifies as a Gold Star family member?
Gold star families – spouses, children, parents, siblings or others whose loved one died in service to our nation – are a vital part of our country’s military community and history.
Can you get a Purple Heart for IED?
The type of wound/injury or degree of wound/injury is used as a factor in authorizing the PH. A non-blood loss injury such as TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) caused by IED concussion merits the Purple Heart. True. Any enemy inflicted wound, whether or not there is observable blood loss, merits the Purple Heart.
How do I replace my Purple Heart?
There are several steps you can take if you or a loved one has lost a Purple Heart or other medal.
- Request replacement documentation and medals.
- Enroll yourself or your loved one into the Purple Heart Hall of Honor.
- Submit your lost heart to our database.