Vietnam Veteran (part 1) Tells His Story

Sgt. Charles G. Richardson fought in combat in the Vietnam War during 1967 - 1968. He was severely injured by a grenade, received the Purple Heart, and tells his story. Many Vietnam veterans have a story to tell. Most have not had a proper "welcome home" in recognition and thanks for their service to, and sacrifice for, our country.

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[LarryInBristol]

Here is a description of the actual medal:

"The Purple Heart Medal is a 1 3/8 inch wide Purple heart bordered with Gold. Within the Purple heart is a profile of General George Washington. Above the heart and between sprays of Green leaves is a replica of the Washington Coat of Arms (a White shield with two Red bars and three Red stars at the top). A raised Bronze heart with "FOR MILITARY MERIT" engraved below the coat of arms and leaves is on the reverse side."

[LarryInBristol]

Here is a recent explanation by the Defense Department:

"The Purple Heart recognizes those individuals wounded to a degree that requires treatment by a medical officer in action with the enemy or as the result of enemy action where the intended effect of a specific enemy action is to kill or injure the service member".

[thecrazybhanu]

nice story but all these people saying thankyou for your service.

Well the whole war was very pointless there was no point of U.S going to Vietnam except for anti communist views.

All my respects to yuo sir, but i just cant agree with all these people saying god bless america.

[GiovanniTG4LIFE]

Thank you for you service all my respect goes to you an all veterans. 

[DiverseGamingHD]

Thanks for your service :)

[rickhamlet]

Thank you for your service. God bless you and your family.

[fireprogram]

Thank you for your service and welcome home. I could not serve due to heart murmur, but my dad was there 1966-67, Navy boat driver. Merry Christmas

Brian

Oregon

[NPMCaptain]

Thanks for your service and your sacrifice. Salute sir!

[marcofranko2]

I have only this to say. Thank you for your service to your country and for a  JOB WELL DONE.

[ChromeGhost0219]

@454sskilla how do you get the purple heart? you get shot

[lightXyagami1]

thank you for your bravery and sacrifice im glad i live in this great country we call America

[TheMeanSgtPlaysPiano]

You are an amazing person and we all love you for your service! Thanks from Canada.