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Article: Postal Service to issue new Purple Heart stamp

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May 16, 2003
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Gen. George Washington started a magnificent tradition with the creation of the Purple Heart decoration as a way to honor the brave soldiers under his command.

The tradition of recognition for valor and sacrifice continues to this day. The Purple Heart, the oldest military decoration in existence, will be commemorated with a 37-cent U.S. stamp for issuance May 30.

The medal is awarded in the name of the president of the United States to members of the military who have been wounded or killed in action. The new stamp will feature a photo of one of two Purple Hearts awarded to James Lofts Fowler of Alexandria, Va. Fowler was a lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Marines and was serving as battalion ...

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