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Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington.

Add to Calendar 08/08/2020 10:30:00 12/31/1969 America/Rio_Branco Purple Heart Commemoration

Pay tribute to the oldest military decoration in the U.S. at the home of its founder, George Washington.

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Purple Heart recipients receive free admission 365 days a year.

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LTC Matthew Kutilek

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Matthew Kutilek Paying His Respects

Matthew Kutilek Paying His Respects

Join Mount Vernon and members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart for the estate's official National Purple Heart Day Ceremony on the East Lawn overlooking the Potomac River at 10:30AM (weather permitting). Enjoy a musical prelude before the ceremony commences. The ceremony includes the presentation of the colors, a musical performance by the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, and remarks by special guests.

Near the entrance of the estate, visit the Purple Heart Memorial, the first stop on the Purple Heart Trail.

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On August 7, 1782, George Washington created three new military badges that would honor the service of ordinary, common soldiers. In these General Orders, Washington outlined the creation of the Badge of Military Merit, the precursor to the Purple Heart.

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