Proclamation - City Council - 10/27/2015 - Purple Heart CityPurple Heart City Proclamation
WHEREAS, the City of Eagle in the state of Idaho supports its military veteran
population; and
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration in present use and
was initially created as the Badge of Military Merit by General George Washington in
1782; and
WHEREAS, the Purple Heart was the first American service award or decoration
made available to common soldiers and is especially awarded to members of the United
States Armed Forces who have been wounded or paid the ultimate sacrifice in combat
with a declared enemy of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an
environment of goodwill among the combat - wounded veteran members and their
families, promote patriotism, support legislative initiative, and most importantly — make
sure we never forget; and
WHEREAS, the City of Eagle appreciates the sacrifices our Purple Heart
recipients made in defending our freedoms and believes it is important to acknowledge
them for their courage.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, James D. Reynolds, do hereby proclaim Eagle
A Purple Heart City
And urge my fellow citizens to show appreciation for the sacrifices the Purple Heart
recipients have made in defending our freedoms, to acknowledge their courage, and to
show the honor and support they have earned.
DATED this 27th day of October, 2015.
James D. - 4• •
Mayor