I'm researching a man who is Internet-wooing an older woman I know. I'm trying to find out if he's legitimate. Is there a registry of Purple Heart recipients, or a way I can verify his service in the Marine Corps?
How do I find out whether someone who says he was injured in Vietnam actually served/received a purple heart?
Wrong on obtaining veteran info from the VA. You can obtain it but only if you are a relative. I have applied for my father's records. He died in 1965. Soon as 50 years have passed from death it goes public. Course I probably could with congressman assistance. But I volunteer at the VA Hospital. I am duty bound to preserve privacy of patients and just feel it even goes to my dad, though deceased. He may have wanted something to remain private.
I did apply to the Military Records in St Louis. You can get records from them. Unfortunately my dad's records as well as my own were burned up when draft protesters set fire to them. All that exists is our names, service numbers, rank, dates of service, training and unit assignments. You can apply for info with name and service number. I believe SS was used for service number 1968 and on. The biggest damage by fire was something like names S through Z. I think in 1973.
My great grandfather's records were easy. National Archieves. Even have all his pay voutchers, battle musters and enlistment papers from the Civil War. I had hoped for a picture though.
Your best way of proving a military record is simply ask to see his DD214 discharge papers. All awards are listed. Purple Heart Society would give the info if a member. But most vets like to simply forget about service medals issued for combat.
Reply:Even if you do pay for a background check you'd better be sure it's the right person. There are 26 people with my exact same name in the same exact city and some are my age and have done some pretty bad things and a few can't find a darn thing on. My own Dad was a fantastic Army high ranking officer and there are some people with the same name and age that are at the opposite end of the gammit.
Reply:Yes you can contact the Vetrans Adminstration they have a record of all Purple Heart ricipients. I believe it's a Federal charge to impersonate a hero. If not it should be!
Reply:i know the Intuit service can tell you - I think the basic history is about 8.00 per person for 1 time only.
If you want to spend a lot of time on it you probably can find it somewhere on line...probably links through the Department of Defense website - I would try that. But if I wanted to really know about someone I would just pay the 8 bucks and have a back round check! There may be a totally different story or the story will be totally confirmed- good luck to you and your Friend and stay safe!
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How do you verfiy the authenticity of a purple heart?
I would like to know what markings to look for to verify if a purple heart is genuine from the World war II era.
Thanks
How do you verfiy the authenticity of a purple heart?
Here is a site that talks about fakes.
http://www.purplehearts.net/id8.html
Reply:Where are you buying a Purple Heart from?
Why are you looking to buy one?
I have one that I received from a 3 star general during desert Storm. It looks pretty much the same as my grandfathers from WWII. So, I'm not sure what to tell you.
Reply:One caveat. In April of 1945 the War Department placed an order for a massive supply of Purple Heart Medals in anticipation of Operation Olympic, the land invasion of Japan. They were not needed because the atom bombs helped bring the Pacific War to a close. But, there were so many that we are still using up that supply to decorate our current wounded.
Reply:is it purple?
Reply:it should have a commendation with it but if it does not take it to the local v.a. and they should be able to tell you if it is real.
Thanks
How do you verfiy the authenticity of a purple heart?
Here is a site that talks about fakes.
http://www.purplehearts.net/id8.html
Reply:Where are you buying a Purple Heart from?
Why are you looking to buy one?
I have one that I received from a 3 star general during desert Storm. It looks pretty much the same as my grandfathers from WWII. So, I'm not sure what to tell you.
Reply:One caveat. In April of 1945 the War Department placed an order for a massive supply of Purple Heart Medals in anticipation of Operation Olympic, the land invasion of Japan. They were not needed because the atom bombs helped bring the Pacific War to a close. But, there were so many that we are still using up that supply to decorate our current wounded.
Reply:is it purple?
Reply:it should have a commendation with it but if it does not take it to the local v.a. and they should be able to tell you if it is real.
Where can I find a lift of Purple Heart recipients from the Vietnam War?
My dad was awarded the Purple Heart during the Vietnam War when he was wounded. I would like to have documentation for this for our family history archinves book. Does anyone have an idea where I can get a copy of the paperwork to show he was awarded this?
Where can I find a lift of Purple Heart recipients from the Vietnam War?
Call the Military Order of the Purple Heart! They are a great organization and I know they will help you find the information you need.
National Headquarters
5413-B Backlick Road
Springfield, VA 22151-3915
Phone: 703-642-5360
Fax: 703-642-1841
Toll-Free: 888-668-1656
Reply:I'm guessing you mean "list"? The Army (call the Pentagon) can help you with this. They will provide you with the documentation you're looking for, providing you can give them the info they will need. (DOE. DOD, SSN, Duty assignment, dates of in and out of 'Nam, etc.)
Where can I find a lift of Purple Heart recipients from the Vietnam War?
Call the Military Order of the Purple Heart! They are a great organization and I know they will help you find the information you need.
National Headquarters
5413-B Backlick Road
Springfield, VA 22151-3915
Phone: 703-642-5360
Fax: 703-642-1841
Toll-Free: 888-668-1656
Reply:I'm guessing you mean "list"? The Army (call the Pentagon) can help you with this. They will provide you with the documentation you're looking for, providing you can give them the info they will need. (DOE. DOD, SSN, Duty assignment, dates of in and out of 'Nam, etc.)
What are the benefits of a purple heart?
My brother recently recieved a purple heart, and i was curious about the benefits. Health Care, etc.
What are the benefits of a purple heart?
It is an award for shedding blood for the greatest country on God's green Earth. Those who receive it are automatically listed in the Order of the Purple Heart.
ALL VETERANS not just those awarded the medal are entitled to treatment in VA hospitals.
The medal itself is traced back to the Revolutionary War when General Washington allowed wounded soldiers to adorn their uniforms with a purple ribbon to signify their sacrifice.
To equate service and sacrifice to a political loss is a disservice to all who have worn the uniform.
Reply:None. A Purple Heart is just a medal given to honor wounded or slain servicemen. There are no economic honors. In fact, there are no economic benefits for any US medal, because then that would be morally wrong. People would get themselves shot or do stupid things to get money.
As for the VA, all servicemen who were wounded or something are entitled to VA care. It's not just for medal winners.
Reply:He gets absolutely no benefits. The purple heart is the government's way of throwing a soldier a bone for all he has given, including his limbs. It won't even get him a free bus ride.
Reply:None. It is a medal, which is an award, like an actor getting an oscar. It is to honor them.
Reply:Cool license plates and a daily reminder to be more careful...
Reply:It makes you lose the election to geaorge bush.
:)
Reply:free drinks
Jeremy Grey: John, I need to see you right away, it's important.
John Beckwith: Hi, what's up?
Jeremy Grey: We got three very big weeks ahead of us. It's wedding season!
John Beckwith: You sandbaggin' son of a b****! You sly dog! Now how many of them are cash bars?
Jeremy Grey: Great question, I love where your head's at and two of them actually are, but I got us covered. Purple hearts. We won't have to buy a drink all night.
John Beckwith: Great, I'll get my suit. Now who are we this time?
Reply:VA prosthetics.
Reply:I'm not quite sure of the exact benifits, but my grandfather earned one in the Battle of the Bulge during WWII and he's in a VA nursing home now. I'm not sure whether he's able to be in the VA nursing home because of the purple heart or just because he's a veteran, though.
(VA Nursing Homes are free)
What are the benefits of a purple heart?
It is an award for shedding blood for the greatest country on God's green Earth. Those who receive it are automatically listed in the Order of the Purple Heart.
ALL VETERANS not just those awarded the medal are entitled to treatment in VA hospitals.
The medal itself is traced back to the Revolutionary War when General Washington allowed wounded soldiers to adorn their uniforms with a purple ribbon to signify their sacrifice.
To equate service and sacrifice to a political loss is a disservice to all who have worn the uniform.
Reply:None. A Purple Heart is just a medal given to honor wounded or slain servicemen. There are no economic honors. In fact, there are no economic benefits for any US medal, because then that would be morally wrong. People would get themselves shot or do stupid things to get money.
As for the VA, all servicemen who were wounded or something are entitled to VA care. It's not just for medal winners.
Reply:He gets absolutely no benefits. The purple heart is the government's way of throwing a soldier a bone for all he has given, including his limbs. It won't even get him a free bus ride.
Reply:None. It is a medal, which is an award, like an actor getting an oscar. It is to honor them.
Reply:Cool license plates and a daily reminder to be more careful...
Reply:It makes you lose the election to geaorge bush.
:)
Reply:free drinks
Jeremy Grey: John, I need to see you right away, it's important.
John Beckwith: Hi, what's up?
Jeremy Grey: We got three very big weeks ahead of us. It's wedding season!
John Beckwith: You sandbaggin' son of a b****! You sly dog! Now how many of them are cash bars?
Jeremy Grey: Great question, I love where your head's at and two of them actually are, but I got us covered. Purple hearts. We won't have to buy a drink all night.
John Beckwith: Great, I'll get my suit. Now who are we this time?
Reply:VA prosthetics.
Reply:I'm not quite sure of the exact benifits, but my grandfather earned one in the Battle of the Bulge during WWII and he's in a VA nursing home now. I'm not sure whether he's able to be in the VA nursing home because of the purple heart or just because he's a veteran, though.
(VA Nursing Homes are free)
Would a Purple Heart Be Awarded to a Soldier in an Accident in a Combat Zone But NOT Under Fire?
My guess is that a soldier who is injured or killed, for instance, because a truck slides off of an icy road in a combat zone would not be awarded a purple heart. Is that correct?
Would a Purple Heart Be Awarded to a Soldier in an Accident in a Combat Zone But NOT Under Fire?
Has happened. Poll the Vietnam vets for details.
Reply:Unlike other decorations and awards, the Purple Heart is something a soldier is automatically entitled to, as it is stated in AR 600-8-22, for an act or actions or things happening to them in a combat situation.
It must be shown that they have earned the Purple Heart to receive one. And it is a grueling and tedious process. But if the soldier deserves it, all the hard work on my part is worth it. And what I do for them to receive it is nothing in comparison on how they earned it.
Reply:To the people saying "There are no icey roads in Iraq" check yourself on that because there is indeed many parts of Iraq which get ice, I have seen it. Furthermore he didn't say Iraq, we are alos in Afghanistan which gets easily below 0 during the winter season.
To answer posters question, you must be under direct or indirect fire or any hostile intent and be injured or killed to recieve the Purple Heart. Thats not saying some people have slipped through the cracks on their sworn statement to get one though.
Reply:There is a story going round that two US soldiers caught a STD from a "good time girl" in Saigon. It later transprired that she was a VC agent, both soldiers put in a request for the Purple Heart, claiming that they had been "wounded" by an enemy agent. They were awarded the medal.
If any Viet-Nam Vets are aware of this story and whether it is true or false pse let us know.
Reply:It was common to issue purple hearts for the smallest of ailments not combat related during Vietnam, however, those requirements have been strengthened now to prevent re-occurrences of the John Kerry types that issued themselves medals for scratches and boo boos, in order to get transfered back to civilization.
Reply:if it was an accident, it does not warrant a Purple Heart!
Now, if the accident happened because of enemy fire or action, The local commanders will determine if it merits a Purple Heart!
There icy roads in Iraq?!
Reply:iraq doesnt have icy roads, it's a freakin desert. If it isnt something caused by the enemy then no.
Reply:Ideally, you are correct. But the world is not an ideal place.
NOTE: Hey, folks, he didn't mention Iraq! Combat can happen anywhere.
Reply:It has to be an injury or death directly related to combat action
Reply:it would not inless an act of heroism was commited (eg:1 soldger risks his life to save another)
Reply:my guess they probably would recieve it but it all depends on the circumstances I guess
Reply:NO! it must be caused by the enemy!
arenas
Would a Purple Heart Be Awarded to a Soldier in an Accident in a Combat Zone But NOT Under Fire?
Has happened. Poll the Vietnam vets for details.
Reply:Unlike other decorations and awards, the Purple Heart is something a soldier is automatically entitled to, as it is stated in AR 600-8-22, for an act or actions or things happening to them in a combat situation.
It must be shown that they have earned the Purple Heart to receive one. And it is a grueling and tedious process. But if the soldier deserves it, all the hard work on my part is worth it. And what I do for them to receive it is nothing in comparison on how they earned it.
Reply:To the people saying "There are no icey roads in Iraq" check yourself on that because there is indeed many parts of Iraq which get ice, I have seen it. Furthermore he didn't say Iraq, we are alos in Afghanistan which gets easily below 0 during the winter season.
To answer posters question, you must be under direct or indirect fire or any hostile intent and be injured or killed to recieve the Purple Heart. Thats not saying some people have slipped through the cracks on their sworn statement to get one though.
Reply:There is a story going round that two US soldiers caught a STD from a "good time girl" in Saigon. It later transprired that she was a VC agent, both soldiers put in a request for the Purple Heart, claiming that they had been "wounded" by an enemy agent. They were awarded the medal.
If any Viet-Nam Vets are aware of this story and whether it is true or false pse let us know.
Reply:It was common to issue purple hearts for the smallest of ailments not combat related during Vietnam, however, those requirements have been strengthened now to prevent re-occurrences of the John Kerry types that issued themselves medals for scratches and boo boos, in order to get transfered back to civilization.
Reply:if it was an accident, it does not warrant a Purple Heart!
Now, if the accident happened because of enemy fire or action, The local commanders will determine if it merits a Purple Heart!
There icy roads in Iraq?!
Reply:iraq doesnt have icy roads, it's a freakin desert. If it isnt something caused by the enemy then no.
Reply:Ideally, you are correct. But the world is not an ideal place.
NOTE: Hey, folks, he didn't mention Iraq! Combat can happen anywhere.
Reply:It has to be an injury or death directly related to combat action
Reply:it would not inless an act of heroism was commited (eg:1 soldger risks his life to save another)
Reply:my guess they probably would recieve it but it all depends on the circumstances I guess
Reply:NO! it must be caused by the enemy!
arenas
Is the purple heart the highest medal you can recieve in the military?
What is more honorable to recieve,a purple heart or the medal of honor? All my friends say the purple heart is the hardest and most honorable medal to recieve. They say if you get it, your basicly the Sh*t. Is this true.
Is the purple heart the highest medal you can recieve in the military?
The MOH is the highest award, and the hardest to get. It was first awarded in the Civil War for gallantry, meaning a lot of people got it (like some flag carriers or fife players, seriously). Since then the regulations have tightened considerably. There have to be at least 2 witnesses to the event, you have to place your life in danger, and basically be s@#t hot to get it. It is the only medal worn around the neck, and there are 3 different designs, one for the Army, one for Air Force, and one for Navy/Marines. Anyone who has one rates a salute from any member of the armed forces, regardless of rank (so a private could be saluted by general). Also any children of a MOH recepient gets an automatic appointment to any military academy, should they so desire. There are also a few other perks. A few MOH have been awarded for the conflict in Iraq, prior to that, the last awards came from the action in Somalia, as detailed in the book, Black Hawk Down.
The Purple Heart is very respectful, but if I saw someone with a real MOH, I would buy them a drink, and politely thank them for all that they have done.
Reply:no-
i'm pretty sure the medal of honor is the highest award you can receive in the military, especially since most of the people receive it are dead (i'm to tired to spell posthumously correct)
a purple heart just means you were wounded in battle, which yes very much sucks, but the medal of honor means that you're the whole bag of chips
Reply:The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest. THAT medal means you're the ****. Course if you're awarded that medal, it's most likely a loved one getting it cause you're probably dead.
The purple heart is for wounds recieve in combat. It is still an honorable medal to get, and you might die getting that one too.
Some folks jokingly refer to it as "The I forgot to duck" medal. The folks making that joke usually have one or more of them.
Is the purple heart the highest medal you can recieve in the military?
The MOH is the highest award, and the hardest to get. It was first awarded in the Civil War for gallantry, meaning a lot of people got it (like some flag carriers or fife players, seriously). Since then the regulations have tightened considerably. There have to be at least 2 witnesses to the event, you have to place your life in danger, and basically be s@#t hot to get it. It is the only medal worn around the neck, and there are 3 different designs, one for the Army, one for Air Force, and one for Navy/Marines. Anyone who has one rates a salute from any member of the armed forces, regardless of rank (so a private could be saluted by general). Also any children of a MOH recepient gets an automatic appointment to any military academy, should they so desire. There are also a few other perks. A few MOH have been awarded for the conflict in Iraq, prior to that, the last awards came from the action in Somalia, as detailed in the book, Black Hawk Down.
The Purple Heart is very respectful, but if I saw someone with a real MOH, I would buy them a drink, and politely thank them for all that they have done.
Reply:no-
i'm pretty sure the medal of honor is the highest award you can receive in the military, especially since most of the people receive it are dead (i'm to tired to spell posthumously correct)
a purple heart just means you were wounded in battle, which yes very much sucks, but the medal of honor means that you're the whole bag of chips
Reply:The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest. THAT medal means you're the ****. Course if you're awarded that medal, it's most likely a loved one getting it cause you're probably dead.
The purple heart is for wounds recieve in combat. It is still an honorable medal to get, and you might die getting that one too.
Some folks jokingly refer to it as "The I forgot to duck" medal. The folks making that joke usually have one or more of them.
How many purple heart badges were awarded in the american revolution?
The first military medal was the purple heart. It was awarded to whom ever gets wounded fighting for thier country. I would like to know how many were awarded in the american revolution.
How many purple heart badges were awarded in the american revolution?
The original Purple Heart was known as the Badge of Military Merit when General George Washington established it in 1782. It was awarded to only 3 Revolutionary War soldiers and then fell into disuse until after the World War I. It was revived on February 22, 1932 on the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth out of respect to his memory and military achievements
How many purple heart badges were awarded in the american revolution?
The original Purple Heart was known as the Badge of Military Merit when General George Washington established it in 1782. It was awarded to only 3 Revolutionary War soldiers and then fell into disuse until after the World War I. It was revived on February 22, 1932 on the 200th anniversary of George Washington's birth out of respect to his memory and military achievements
Purple heart?
do recepients of the "purple Heart" recieve any benifits when awarded the medal, ie; free education, medical, assistance in home ownership etc.
What benifits go with this award???? Are awardies children or spouse eligable for anything due to there fathers service and sacrafice?
Purple heart?
For all Purple Heart recipients, please check out the links below. Not only are you automatically enrolled in the Purple Heart Association (Order of the Purple Heart) but you now receive preferred medical assistance/treatment at VA facilities. This is the only award with a DOD supported association. THIS IS FOR EVERYONE receiving the PH, not just OIF/OEF - Vietnam included. You get seen first, and if you haven't updated your enrollement in the PH Association - please do so. A grateful nation wants you to receive the most you can. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service.
Reply:You get nothing for the medal itself, but you may get a disability rating when you exit the service. Depending on that rating you may get a disability check.
The benefits are here and there. In CA you can get a free license plate saying you are a wounded combat veteran. You may qualify for extra points on federal job scores.
As for children, the Medal of Honor lets a recipients children go to any military academy, providing of course they also serve, but they are admitted automatically. MoH recipients also receive a lifelong pension, I can't remember the amount.
Reply:You used to get a 1-time award of a few extra points on a civil service exam in New York but Affirmative Action wiped that out. Apparently it's more important to promote people to achieve racial equality.
Reply:There are no special benefits of a Purple Heart other than the thanks of a grateful nation. It is the acknowledgement of someone making the ultimate sacrifice for their country, shedding their blood or giving their life.
Veterans' benefits apply to all vets, whether they earned a Purple Heart or not.
Reply:all depends on the extent of the injury received
Reply:I do know that you are placed in priority group three for medical care, unless eligible for priority 1, and no co-payment for medical supplies!
www.va.gov
Reply:We do not receive any benefits, unless you are still on active duty and it will help in any promotions that you
might get.Children and spouses are not elibile for anything either, except in death of the veteran, they would get any insurance that he might have.
Reply:No extra benefits related to the Purple Heart and nothing to children or spouse.
Reply:no special benefit, but you are entitle of the benefit as a veterans. Also, you can get purple heart license plate from DMV for free since you are purple heart veteran.
What benifits go with this award???? Are awardies children or spouse eligable for anything due to there fathers service and sacrafice?
Purple heart?
For all Purple Heart recipients, please check out the links below. Not only are you automatically enrolled in the Purple Heart Association (Order of the Purple Heart) but you now receive preferred medical assistance/treatment at VA facilities. This is the only award with a DOD supported association. THIS IS FOR EVERYONE receiving the PH, not just OIF/OEF - Vietnam included. You get seen first, and if you haven't updated your enrollement in the PH Association - please do so. A grateful nation wants you to receive the most you can. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your service.
Reply:You get nothing for the medal itself, but you may get a disability rating when you exit the service. Depending on that rating you may get a disability check.
The benefits are here and there. In CA you can get a free license plate saying you are a wounded combat veteran. You may qualify for extra points on federal job scores.
As for children, the Medal of Honor lets a recipients children go to any military academy, providing of course they also serve, but they are admitted automatically. MoH recipients also receive a lifelong pension, I can't remember the amount.
Reply:You used to get a 1-time award of a few extra points on a civil service exam in New York but Affirmative Action wiped that out. Apparently it's more important to promote people to achieve racial equality.
Reply:There are no special benefits of a Purple Heart other than the thanks of a grateful nation. It is the acknowledgement of someone making the ultimate sacrifice for their country, shedding their blood or giving their life.
Veterans' benefits apply to all vets, whether they earned a Purple Heart or not.
Reply:all depends on the extent of the injury received
Reply:I do know that you are placed in priority group three for medical care, unless eligible for priority 1, and no co-payment for medical supplies!
www.va.gov
Reply:We do not receive any benefits, unless you are still on active duty and it will help in any promotions that you
might get.Children and spouses are not elibile for anything either, except in death of the veteran, they would get any insurance that he might have.
Reply:No extra benefits related to the Purple Heart and nothing to children or spouse.
Reply:no special benefit, but you are entitle of the benefit as a veterans. Also, you can get purple heart license plate from DMV for free since you are purple heart veteran.
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