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Lacey City Council honored National Purple Heart Day with a heartfelt proclamation, celebrating the bravery of wounded and fallen service members while reaffirming the community’s unwavering support for veterans, active-duty troops, and their families. Since becoming a Purple Heart City in 2017, Lacey continues its legacy of recognition, honoring one of America’s oldest military awards — originally established by George Washington in 1782 and revived by General MacArthur in 1932. Over 1.8 million service members have received this prestigious decoration, symbolizing profound sacrifice. The city also acknowledged the Military Order of the Purple Heart for its vital work supporting veterans. Retired Sergeant First Class Tony Barth accepted the proclamation on behalf of recipients, expressing deep gratitude for the community’s enduring appreciation of their service.

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