What does the purple in purple heart mean?

Answer 1

A soldier who receives the purple heart was wounded in combat during military service. It may be presented to his/her family if deceased.

A military grave stone may include the letters 'PH' to denote the award of the purple heart. The award may be given multiple times.

The wounds received must be caused by the enemy for the award to be valid. A Humvee rollover, for example, would not result in a purple heart.

The design and colors of the medal were chosen because George Washington's original Badge of Military Merit was a purple heart edged in white, along with the reverse inscription "FOR MILITARY MERIT" and the obverse engraving of George Washington to tie it to the historic honor.

Answer 2

combat valor. an injury or someone who was killed in action (their family receive this of course)

Answer 3

Purple represents courage. The Purple Heart is awarded to members of the United States armed forces who have been wounded in action.

Answer 4

Usually the color purple represents royalty or someone rich.

Answer 5

The purple heart has great significance. It is given to members of the military who have been killed or wounded in battle and is the oldest award still given out.

Answer 6

The Purple Heart is an award given to those who were wounded by enemy fire in combat.

Answer 7

wounded in action