Could Golf Help Survivors Suffering from PTSD?

Aristides Rodriguez Did you know that when a service member goes through a traumatizing event, likely caused in battle, it can leave behind harrowing mental and emotional scars? What we now know as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder forms as a...

Mesothelioma in Veterans: 4 Things to Know

Veterans today are at risk for developing a multitude of illnesses that can range in impact from mild to extreme. Whether it be a physical injury from one incident, or delayed onset symptoms as a result of prolonged exposure to...

3 Ways to Support a Beloved Veteran with PTSD

Image credit: Pexels Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-soldier-supporting-his-team-mate-7468212/Veterans have provided a great service to our country and it often comes with significant personal sacrifice. Whether they have been home for several years or just returned from deployment, conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder...

John F. Kennedy: Purple Heart Recipient, Father, President

John F. Kennedy: Purple Heart Recipient, Father, President

Daniel Prigge: Surviving the Hits

The Purple Heart Foundation connects with Purple Heart recipients to share their unforgettable stories of valor. Here on the Purple Heart Foundation blog, you will read about the personal experiences of some of our heroes. These veterans have proudly served...

Help last “Navajo Code Talkers” This Memorial Day!

After the recent passing of 97 year old Navajo Code Talker, Fleming Begaye Sr., the Navajo Nation will be doing something special to honor the service and sacrifice of their veteran community. This Memorial Day the Navajo Nation in Rock...

THE HONOR OF A WARRIOR

EDWARD A. CARTER JR. (1916–1963) As Black History Month comes to an end, the Purple Heart Foundation honors the exemplary heroism, unmatched determination and commendable bravery of a young African American soldier. His actions were profound for a soldier of...

“Never Give Up, Never Surrender” – By JP Lane

My name is Justin Lane, aka JP Lane. Many people have their own reasoning for joining the military, mine is probably similar to most my age, in 2001, watching the twin towers fall. I was reminded of that feeling when...

Vietnam Veteran to High School History

We all wonder where life will take us, he never wondered, he knew. John Harrison, a sophomore student at North Carolina University, wanted to fly helicopters but the only way he was able to, was by joining the Army. Not...