Purple Heart Memorial - Elmer Thomas Park - Lawton, OK - Non-Specific Veteran Memorials on Waymarking.com

Dating back to 1782 and George Washington, this medal is awarded to combat wounded veterans in military service. "The Military Order of the Purple Heart is a fraternal organization formed in 1932 for the protection and mutual interest of all who have received the decoration. Composed exclusively of Purple Heart recipients, it is the only veterans service organization comprised strictly of “combat” veterans."[MOPH website]

This is a red granite monument approximately 6 ft by 6 ft. honoring combat wounded veterans. It stands along a walkway south of Lake Helen in beautiful Elmer Thomas Park on the east side of Lawton.

A interesting history of this medal can be found on the MOPH website Purple Heart

Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial In Honor Of: Recipients of the Nation's oldest military decoration "The Purple Heart" Marker Text: My stone is red for the blood they shed/The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care/If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime. We few we happy we band of brothers for he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother Who Put it Here?: Mount Scott Chapter 602 MOPH Description of Memorial: This red granite monument shows the emblem of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and the inscriptions shown above. It is located among numerous monuments dedicated to various wars. Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed Date of dedication: Not listed

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