by Frisco Legion | Aug 11, 2020 | Community, Recognitions
Congressman Michael Burgess will accept Congressional Veteran Commendation nominations from the 26th Congressional District (primarily Denton County). The submission deadline is September 17, 2020. The Congressional Veteran Commendation was created to honor distinguished veterans.
To nominate a local veteran for the 2020 Congressional Veteran Commendation, the completed nomination form, along with additional information pertaining to the veteran’s service, should be returned to 2000 S. Stemmons Frwy., Suite 200, Lake Dallas, TX 75056. Nominated veterans must currently reside in the 26th District of Texas, served the nation honorably during their military career, and subsequently demonstrated dedication to their community.
A nomination form is available at http://burgess.house.gov. Questions may be referred to Deputy District Director, Robin Vaughan, at 940-497-5031 or robin.vaughan@mail.house.gov
by admin | Aug 7, 2020 | American Legion Post 178, Recognitions
Purple Heart Day on August 7 commemorated the creation of the oldest American military decoration for military merit. The Purple Heart honors the men and women who are of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. During the American Revolutionary War, the Badge for Military Merit decorated six known soldiers.
General George Washington created the Badge of Merit in 1782. The honor was to be presented to soldiers for “any singularly meritorious action.” Its design included a purple, heart-shaped piece of silk bound with a thin edge of silver. Across the face, the word Merit was embroidered in silver. While the badge symbolized the courage and devotion of an American Patriot, no one knows who designed the award.
Until Washington’s 200th birthday, the Purple Heart persisted as a Revolutionary War footnote. Through the efforts of General Douglas MacArthur, the U.S. War Department created the Order of the Purple Heart. Today the medal bears a bust of George Washington and his coat of arms.
National Geographic recently estimated that nearly 1.9 million Purple Hearts have been awarded since its creation. It is the oldest U.S. military honor still bestowed upon service members today. Until 1944, the Purple Heart recognized service members’ commendable actions as well. Then in 1944, the requirements limited the award to only those wounded or killed in combat.
Post 178 is honored to have Purple Heart recipients in its ranks. If you know one, thank him for his sacrifice. Each unquestionably deserves it.
Submitted by Ed Reed
2nd Vice Commander
American Legion, Peter J Courcy Post 178
by admin | Aug 4, 2020 | Coast Guard
Every year, August 4 is celebrated as the U.S. Coast Guard Birthday, commemorating the military organization for its valor and discipline. Since 1790, the U.S. Coast Guard has kept the nation’s waterways safe, playing a critical role in national security.
The U.S. Coast Guard patrols our coasts for drug smugglers, human trafficking and both domestic and international terrorism. As the bad guys (and girls) have gotten savvy with technology, the Coast Guard has developed sophisticated, effective technology to combat crimes on the water and at our ports. It is a 24/7 job. If you know a Coast Guard veteran or someone on active duty, thank them for their service.
Visit the U.S. Coast Guard Website
