The Purple Heart Legacy Edition
Includes TIOH Certified Purple Heart Medal
A Legacy of Honor Spanning Nearly 250 Years
The Badge of Military Merit, established by General George Washington on August 7, 1782, is recognized as the first military decoration of the United States and the direct predecessor to today's Purple Heart. Created to honor enlisted soldiers who demonstrated extraordinary fidelity, bravery, and service, only three awards are known to have been presented during the Revolutionary War, making the original badge one of the rarest and most significant military honors in American history.
This historic decoration laid the foundation for what would later become the Purple Heart, one of the most revered symbols of sacrifice and service in the United States Armed Forces.
Museum-Quality Historical Reproduction
Experience a piece of American military history. This museum-quality replica of the Badge of Military Merit is handcrafted from 100% wool cloth, dyed using period-correct methods, and assembled with authentic American-made materials. Every detail of the embroidery has been carefully recreated from historical records to reflect the original design as accurately as possible.
A tribute to the courage and sacrifice of America's earliest servicemembers, this piece preserves the legacy of the nation's first military award while honoring the origins of the Purple Heart itself.
The Legacy Edition
More than a collectible, this Legacy Edition represents the combined significance of America's first military decoration and its enduring evolution into the Purple Heart. It serves as a powerful tribute to generations of servicemembers who have embodied the values of duty, sacrifice, and patriotism from the Revolutionary War to the present day.
The Purple Heart medal included in this collection is a TIOH Certified Military Medal, making this a truly unique offering and a rare opportunity for collectors, patriots, military veterans, and American history enthusiasts.
Whether displayed in a home, office, classroom, museum, or veterans' organization, it stands as both a historical artifact and a symbol of the unbroken lineage of American military honor.
Made in the USA Product Features
• Handcrafted from 100% wool cloth
• Period-correct dyeing and construction methods
• Authentic American-made materials
• Historically accurate embroidery based on documented originals
• Museum-quality commemorative display piece
• Legacy Edition honoring the origins of the Purple Heart
• Includes TIOH Certified Purple Heart medal
• Proudly made in the USA
A meaningful addition to any collection of military memorabilia, Revolutionary War artifacts, or American history displays, this reproduction helps preserve the story of America's first military decoration while honoring the legacy that continues today through the Purple Heart.
Exclusive America Campaign Collection Release
The Purple Heart Legacy Edition is offered as a limited commemorative release as part of The America Campaign Collection, presented during the Great American State Fair and America's Semiquincentennial celebration.
Created for collectors, veterans, military families, patriots, historians, and future generations, this commemorative display preserves an important chapter of American military heritage.
Display Dimensions
Approximate Shadow Box Display Size: 9¼" x 11¼"
A Tribute for Future Generations
More than a collectible, The Purple Heart Legacy Edition is a lasting tribute to the servicemembers who answered the call of duty throughout American history.
Created to be displayed, preserved, and passed forward, this commemorative presentation serves as a reminder that freedom has always carried a cost and that the legacy of those who served should never be forgotten.
The Purple Heart Legacy Edition — honoring the legacy of American service from George Washington to today.