Wwii Vet Gets Purple Heart After 72 Years

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Hancock County Savings Bank joins effort to honor Purple Heart recipients
The effort to honor the nation’s combat-wounded veterans continues to grow in the community. Representatives of Hancock County Savings Bank, the city and local veterans gathered Friday at the bank’s ...
04/28/2024 - 9:27 pm | View Link
Sen. Klobuchar applauds Earl Meyer receiving Purple Heart
Sen. Klobuchar and her team have long advocated for Meyer to receive a Purple Heart. Sunday, she and Meyer teamed up to make the announcement official. Find stories like this and more, in our apps.
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Minnesota veteran receives Purple Heart
ST. PETER, Minn. - 96 year old St.Peter veteran Earl Meyer had waited many years to get the Purple Heart medal. He served in World War 2 and the Korean War. The Purple Heart is given to those killed ...
04/28/2024 - 4:20 pm | View Link
96-year-old veteran finally receives purple heart with help from Senator Klobuchar
Senator Amy Klobuchar held a virtual press event, highlighting her efforts in helping veteran Earl Meyer secure his purple heart.
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Local Korean War vet to receive Purple Heart in May
Thanks to his children, a dedicated attorney, and Senator Amy Klobuchar, Earl Meyer will receive the medal 73 years late.
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