Why is Sonoma a Purple Heart City?
Why is Sonoma a Purple Heart City? The recognition of combat-wounded veterans by Sonoma County cities is a source of pride for our community and shows the support and respect the people of these communities have for these veterans wounded in defense of freedom. California was the nation's first Purple Heart State.
Is it illegal to hit someone in the military?
18 U.S. Code § 1389 - Prohibition on attacks on United States servicemen on account of service. in the case of a battery, or an assault resulting in bodily injury, be fined under this title in an amount not less than $2500 and imprisoned not less than 6 months nor more than 10 years.
What is the highest military honor?
The nation's highest military award for valor is the Medal of Honor, presented by the president in Congress' name. By law, only U.S. service members who distinguish themselves “through conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty” can receive the medal.