Back on this day in 1782, George Washington created the Purple Heart. The Purple Heart is awarded to those wounded or killed in action.
August 7th, 2026, 03:38 pm
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Back on this day in 1782, George Washington created the Purple Heart
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Published August 7th, 2026, 03:38 pm
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Back on this day in 1782, George Washington created the Purple Heart. The Purple Heart is awarded to those wounded or killed in action.
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