WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 -- President Trump issued the following proclamation on Aug. 6, 2026:

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NATIONAL PURPLE HEART DAY, 2026

On National Purple Heart Day, we honor the immeasurable sacrifices of every valiant service member wounded or killed in combat in defense of our Nation and we reaffirm our eternal gratitude for their unrivaled heroism.

First bestowed by General George Washington in 1782, the Purple Heart stands as our Nation's olde . . .

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