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World-Renowned Soldiers Who Earned
The Purple Heart
The Purple Heart is the oldest award given to United States military personnel. The first was
given in 1917. It is an award that symbolizes exemplary sacrifice in the line of duty, and as
such is awarded to people who were either wounded or killed in combat.
Let’s take a look at some of the most famous recipients of the Purple Heart.
Charles Bronson: Charles Bronson was not only a bona fide Hollywood tough man for the
ages, but he was also a recipient of the Purple Heart. Bronson, who had gone on to star in hits
such as “The Magnificent Seven” and the “Death Wish” franchise, started out as part of the
Army Air Corps before he became a tail gunner for a B-29 in World War II.
Kurt Vonnegut: Esteemed author Kurt Vonnegut was a prisoner of war in World War II. It was
this experience that inspired him to come up with the story of “Slaughterhouse Five.” The book
would go on to be his most popular piece of work. He was awarded the Purple Heart from
being a frostbite victim.
Rod Serling: Sci-fi fans know the name of Rod Serling only too well. The creator of “The
Twilight Zone,” Serling used memories from his experience in the Philippines fighting against
the Japanese to come up with stories for his famous series. His group had one of the highest
casualty rates in the war, thus earning him the Purple Heart.
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