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The Purple Heart is the oldest American military combat honor still in existence. Awarded to those who are wounded or killed in any action against an enemy of the United States, the Purple Heart is a symbol of courage and dedication in the face of mortal danger. This memorial site is dedicated to all the brave men and women who have been awarded this honor.
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Robert Withers Obituary (SouthOfBoston-Ledger)
Robert Withers

Remembering the life, death and legacy of Purple Heart recipient Robert Withers

Robert Gordon Withers, age 85 of Dallas, Georgia, passed away on July 5, 2014. Born to Thomas Harrison Withers and Mabel Claire (Markham) Withers on Jan. 7, 1929 in Daytona Beach, Florida. Bob, also known as Gunny, served his country with honor, beginning in 1944 when, as a teenager, he joined the Merchant Marines and then the United States Marine Corps in 1945. A medaled combat veteran, Bob was twice awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action in South Korea, during the amphibious...
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William Helmer Obituary (TimesUnion-Albany)
William Helmer

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Bruce Keller

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JB Price

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James Russell

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Rev. Howard Benson

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W. Deloach

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John DePasse Jr.

John J. DePasse Jr., 66, of Brockton, died July...

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ARTHUR DINSMOOR

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John Gaston

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Rupert Greenlaw

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William Helmer

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T. Jenkins

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Miguel Leal

LEAL Miguel D. (Mike) Leal, entered eternal...

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Michael Sanchez

On Wednesday, July 9, 2014, at the age of 67,...

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Thomas Welsh Obituary (Batesville)
Thomas Welsh

Thomas E. Welsh Age 66 of Wilmington, passed...

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Robert Withers Obituary (thenewsenterprise)
Robert Withers

Robert Gordon Withers, 85, of Dallas, Georgia,...

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John CRIMMINS Sr.

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Joseph DeLuca

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Roland DeVoe

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William Finley

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