Medal, Commemorative
Object number2011.69.2
Date1966-1975
MediumFabric; Metal
Credit LineGift of John Clark
DescriptionPurple heart-shaped medal with profile of President George Washington attached to a purple and white ribbon. Text embossed on reverse side of medal.Dimensions3 x 1.438 in. (7.6 x 3.7 cm)InscriptionsEmbossed on back of medal: "FOR / MILITARY / MERIT"
Historical NotesThis Purple Heart belonged to John Clark, who served in the United States Marine Corps. Clark received the medal for injuries he received during the Vietnam War.
Previous owner
John Clark
(born 1944)
Related institution
United States Marine Corps
Terms
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1944-1945
1944-1945
c. 1944
1917
1919
1889
