What Is Purple Heart Day. The purple heart is awarded to military members who are injured and killed in combat, through an act of terrorism or by friendly fire. Purple heart day on august 7 commemorates the creation of the oldest american military decoration for military merit.
August 7 is national purple heart day, which honors those who died or were wounded in the line of duty against an enemy. Purple heart day, also known as national purple heart day, purple heart appreciation day, and purple heart recognition day is commemorated every year on august 7.