The Purple Heart: Background and Issues for Congress

[摘要] This report examines the history of the Purple Heart award for military service members and changes in eligibility over time. The report also discusses current issues facing Congress -- such as whether traumatic brain injuries or PTSD diagnoses should be grounds for receiving the award, and whether those injured or killed assisting others during terror attacks outside their military duties should be eligible.

[发布日期] 2017-12-15 [发布机构] Library of Congress. Congressional Research Service.

[关键词] Military medals, decorations etc.;Military personnel;Purple Heart