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The Purple Heart is a United Stated military decoration awarded in the name of the President to those who have been wounded or killed while serving on or after April 5, 1917 with the U.S. Military

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Is there a list of purple hearts awarded to army personnel in Afghanistan?

Yes there is. I think you can find a full list on wikipedia ( maybe )


How many purple hearts were awarded during Iraq?

During the Iraq War, approximately 33,000 Purple Hearts were awarded to U.S. service members. The Purple Heart is given to those injured or killed in combat, reflecting the sacrifices made by military personnel during the conflict. This number highlights the significant toll and challenges faced by troops throughout the duration of the war.


Do purple hearts have names on them?

Yes, Purple Hearts are often engraved with the names of the recipients. This medal is awarded to U.S. military personnel who have been wounded or killed in combat, and the engraving personalizes the medal, honoring the individual's sacrifice and service. However, not all Purple Hearts are engraved; it depends on the circumstances of the award and the preferences of the recipient or their family.


How many purple hearts were awarded on D-Day?

2300


Are Purple Hearts awarded and considered classified and the information not made public?

The fact that someone was awarded a Purple Heart is not classified information. The citation as to when and how the were wounded might remain classified for a period of time. Anything from WW 2, Korea and Vietnam is outside of the classification range.


How many soldiers earned a purple heart in the vietnam war?

In honor of those who faught in the Vietnam war, a total of 351,794 purple hearts. Originally, 500,00 purple hearts were created, but only 351,794 were given out.


How do soldiers get purple hearts?

you get injured in battleThe purple heart is awarded to military personnel who were wounded during service -- particularly if they were wounded during a war.


What is the highest number of purple hearts awarded to a single individual?

The most Purple Hearts received by one person is eight. Four Army soldiers share that distinction: •Richard J. Buck - Four Purple Hearts for his actions during the Korean War and four during the Vietnam War. •Robert T. Frederick - Eight Purple Hearts in World War II. •David H. Hackworth - Four Purple Hearts in the Korean War and four in the Vietnam War. •Robert L. Howard - Eight Purple Hearts in the Vietnam This off of military.com website


Are Purple Hearts for wounded and injured soldiers only?

It is issued to military personnel only.


Who was awarded the purple heart during World War 2?

According to National Geographic magazine (November 2008) there were approximately 964,409 Purple Hearts awarded in the second world war.


How many marines received purple hearts in Vietnam?

A Lot, Too many, but who cares...


List of Purple Heart recipients from World War 2?

There were an estimated 1,076.245 Purple Hearts awarded during WWII and there is no comprehensive list.