HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 02 Purple Heart City ProclamationPurple Heart City Proclamation
April 2018
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration in present use,
and was initially created as the “Badge of Military Merit” by General George
Washington in 1782; and
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart was made available to the common soldier and is
specifically awarded to any member of the United States Armed Services who
has been wounded or killed in combat with a declared enemy of the United
States; and
WHEREAS, the City of Springfield, Oregon has had numerous residents make
the ultimate sacrifice in many of the world wars and has many residents that
have been awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat; and
WHEREAS, veterans have paid the high price of freedom by leaving their
families and communities and placing themselves in harm’s way for our country
and for the good of all; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of our men and women from
Springfield who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining the
freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, the City of Springfield is honored to become a Purple Heart City,
and we appreciate the sacrifices our Purple Heart recipients have made in
defending our freedoms.
NOW THEREFORE, I, Christine L. Lundberg, Mayor of Springfield, Oregon do
hereby proclaim Springfield, Oregon a
Purple Heart City of Springfield
and I encourage all citizens to honor and support our veterans for the sacrifices
and contributions they have made to this great country.
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Christine L. Lundberg
Mayor