Minnesota veteran gets Purple Heart 73 years after being wounded in Korean War [RAW]

Minnesota veteran, 96-year-old Earl Meyer of St. Peter, received a Purple Heart after being wounded in combat during the Korean War, 73 years later.
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[@gingerdunn6590]

Thank you you just answered my question about why he didn't get his Purple Heart 💜 73 years ago. My father went into the army when he was 17 . He got shrappnel in his leg . He received his Purple Heart 💜 . GOD BLESS AMERICA

[@gingerdunn6590]

I would like to know why he didn't receive his Purple Heart 💜 73 years ago . Sir I am proud of you for your service. God Bless You

[@Emmas-Studio]

No just no.