NEWBURY – The Town of Newbury would like to invite the community to join in honoring those who have fought for their country at the annual Purple Heart Day ceremony.
WHEN:
Wednesday, Aug. 7, beginning at 7 p.m.
WHERE:
World War II Memorial on Main Street, next to the Byfield Post Office, 2 Central St.
WHAT:
Purple Heart Day offers Americans a special opportunity to say thank you to the nearly two million individuals who fought for their nation’s freedom. The Purple Heart is awarded to those wounded, or in honor of those killed, while serving in the U.S. military. The Purple Heart was created by Gen. George Washington in 1782 as the Badge of Military Merit. It is the nation’s oldest military medal.
The Town of Newbury was officially recognized as a Purple Heart Community in March 2022.
The Town will hold its annual wreath-laying ceremony on Aug. 7, during which Select Board member William DiMaio, a Vietnam veteran, will host a brief recognition ceremony.
All veterans and residents are welcome to attend and pay their respects.