- Vol. 34, #3
- July - September 2005
On the Cover
The Purple Heart
The Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration in the U.S. military. It is awarded to those who are wounded in action while serving in the armed forces. It is also presented posthumously to the next of kin of personnel killed in action or who die of wounds sustained in action. More than 4,600 Marines have received the medal since the Global War on Terrorism began in 2001. Gen. George Washington authorized the creation of the medal during the Revolutionary War.
Fighting to Stay Active
The overseas battles have reached far from the war zones to hospitals stateside. Three Marines tell their stories on the fight to stay on active duty – each with their own fate.
Remembering the Fallen
The overseas battles have reached far from the war zones to hospitals stateside. Three Marines tell their stories on the fight to stay on active duty – each with their own fate.
Marines in Photos
Staff Sgt. Michael G. Walker applies camouflage face paint during a rear area operations field exercise. Launch Photos
