HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation Honoring the Military Order of the Purple Heart ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
A PROCLAMATION HONORING THE MILITARY ORDER OF
THE PURPLE HEART
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is the oldest decoration in present use and was
initially created as the Badge of Military merit by George
Washington in 1782; and,
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart was the first American service award or decoration
made available to the common soldier and is specifically awarded to
any member of the United States Armed Services wounded or killed
in combat while serving the United States against opposing armed
forces; and,
WHEREAS, the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, chartered by an
act of Congress, is to foster an environment of goodwill among the
combat wounded veteran members and their families, promote
patriotism, support legislative initiatives and most importantly-make
sure we never forget; and,
WHEREAS, there have been many Orange County residents who made the
ultimate sacrifice for the cause of freedom and many combat
wounded Veterans and Purple Heart recipients who live in the
County;
NOW, THEREFORE, WE THE ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS do hereby bestow honor and gratitude to all
combat-wounded Veterans and those who have received the Military
Order of the Purple Heart, and proudly proclaim Orange County as a
"PURPLE HEART COUNTY IN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA"
This the 5th day of November, 2013.
Barry Jacob(, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners