Purple Heart Medal SBBA~Double~11112DBR Special circumstances allow for the

Special circumstances allow for the time period to be waived

and wicks away moisture

1962 the badge was given its current name

with one inch between badges when two are worn on the same side

or Command Master Chief is authorized to wear the large size silver oval shield only while serving in that capacity

Purple Heart Medal SBBA~Double~11112DBR Special circumstances allow for thePurple Heart Medal The Purple Heart Medal (PH) is a decoration presented in the name of the President of the United States to recognize members of the U. S. military who have been wounded or killed in battle. It differs from other military decorations in that a "recommendation" from a superior is not required, but rather individuals are entitled based on meeting certain criteria found in AR 600 8 22. This criteria was expanded on March 28, 1973 to