# @deptofdefense on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DNDZJtytJJF
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/33025635-deptofdefense-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/17e38a0bf2.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-08-07T12:00:19.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** deptofdefense (@deptofdefense) — https://gondola.cc/deptofdefense

## Caption

The Purple Heart — originally called the Badge of Military Merit by Army Gen. George Washington — is the oldest military award and one of the most prestigious the U.S. bestows upon its service members. 

On #PurpleHeartDay, we honor and remember the men and women who exhibited readiness through incredible acts of bravery and received the military decoration. 

🎨: Defense Media Activity

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