There is not a citation for a Purple Heart. It is awarded as a result of being wounded through enemy action. It is documented through a simple entry indicating the action that resulted in the wound.
They are a non-profit organization that support veterans that have received the Purple Heart for their wounds.
The Purple Heart is a military decoration given to those who have been wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. There is no monetary reward for donating to the Purple Heart, as it is not a charitable organization that accepts donations. However, donating to military charities that support wounded veterans can help provide support and assistance to Purple Heart recipients and other veterans in need.
If the Purple Heart Medal is listed on a servicemembers Discharge, take that to any Veteran Service Officer at a US Federal Office Building (some counties have them, too), and they will help you.
Disabled American VeteransVeterans of Foreign Wars of the United StatesVietnam Veterans of AmericaAmerican LegionMilitary Order of the Purple Heart
Check with VVA (Vietnam Veterans of America) or VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars), or AMVETS (American Veterans). Or on line, Indiana casualties from the Vietnam War.
The Purple Heart Car Donation program benefits wounded and disabled veterans. You can reach them at (888)414-GIVE.
US Military medals can be replaced ONCE, for Free. Take your Discharge (or Purple Heart Medal Citation) to a Veteran Service Officer at any Federal Building(some county office buildings have them too), and they will help you.
Depends on the region and items, but Vietnam Veterans of America or Purple Heart will pick up stuff.
Each of the services has a Board of Corrections where you would apply for awards and discharge classification changes. If you are applying for a Purple Heart, you will need statements from others who served with your brother who can testify to his injury at the hands of an enemy at war. Follow the instructions on this Veterans Records Archives website: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/correcting-records.html
Earning a Purple Heart does not confer any benefits. If wounded, the service member will be provided full medical benefits. If they died they will be given full military honors at their funeral.
Yes, there are scholarships available specifically for grandchildren of war veterans. Organizations such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Legion, and Military Order of the Purple Heart offer scholarships for descendants of veterans. Students can also check with their college's financial aid office for additional scholarship opportunities.
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