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jun 16, 1782 - The Purple Heart

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The first Purple Heart was created by Gen. George Washington in 1782 to recognized meritorious service in combat. But it quickly fell into disuse. Revived in 1932, the medal was changed into a recognition of combat injuries and deaths.

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jun 16, 1782
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~ 244 years ago