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1792 1 A PROCLAMATION In Honor of the Military Order Of The Purple Heart WHEREAS, the Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration still in present use and was initially created by George Washington in 1782, as the "Badge of Military Merit "; and, WHEREAS, the Purple Heart was the first American Service Award made available to the common soldier, and is awarded to any member of the United States Armed Services wounded or killed in combat with a declared enemy of the United States; and, WHEREAS, the mission of The Military Order Of The Purple Heart, chartered by an act of Congress, is to foster an environment of goodwill among the combat - wounded veteran members and their families; to promote patriotism; to support related legislative initiatives; and, most importantly, to make sure we never forget the sacrifices made by those so decorated; and, WHEREAS, there have been many former Cabarrus County residents who made the ultimate sacrifice in giving their lives in the cause of freedom, and the numerous combat - wounded veterans who currently reside within Cabarrus County, and as Purple Heart awardees who contribute to their community in countless ways; and, WHEREAS, Cabarrus County, North Carolina falls within the purview of Chapter 634 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and wishes to pledge its strong support for this noble organization and for those who put their lives at risk in service of their Country and their fellow citizens. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners hereby bestow honor and gratitude upon the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 634, and proudly proclaims and supports the recognition of Cabarrus County as a 'Purple Heart County in the State of North Carolina ". Adopted this the 21St day of October, 2013. Elizabeth F. Poole, Chairman Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners Attachment number 1 C -3 Page 45