New Windsor builds Purple Heart memorial for U.S. war heroes

The search is on for millions of Purple Heart recipients as the state builds a permanent memorial in New Windsor. The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor at the New Windsor Cantonment State Historic

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New Windsor builds Purple Heart memorial for U.S. war heroes

The search is on for millions of Purple Heart recipients as the state builds a permanent memorial in New Windsor. The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor at the New Windsor Cantonment State Historic

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