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The Purple Heart, as we know it today, was established by War Department General Order No. 3, published on February 22, 1932. Since that time, the Purple Heart award criteria have periodically evolved based on foreign military conflicts and/or the enemy with which U.S. forces have engaged. Initially the award was specific to the U.S. Army, but Presidential decree expanded the medal to the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard in 1952, and to the U.S. Air Force in 1947. No additional changes were needed for the U.S. Space Force to qualify for the medal.
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This listing is for ONE ribbon new in factory seal. This ribbon is designed for the military dress blues ribbon rack. This item ships for FREE on us, so you can include that into your savings!
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"It is legal to purchase a Purple Heart medal, as the Stolen Valor Act of 2005 was overturned by the Supreme Court in 2012. The law was struck down as a violation of the First Amendment's freedom of speech."
It is legal to purchase and own this, but I would only purchase this if you were a member of the armed forces and earned this award, or are purchasing on behalf of someone else who earned the award, or was awarded posthumously (deceased). If you purchase this, please possess this responsibly and do not try to use it as a credential or for military discounts. That is an illegal act and is stolen valor. Purple Heart Recipients have documentation of receiving their award and it is on their DD-214.
Titles of Distinction