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Retired Army Gen. Colin Powell addresses audience members during a Purple Heart presentation at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, Aug. 7, 2007. The U.S. Postal Service unveiled a new stamp honoring the medal and those who wear it.

PURPLE HEARTS

Retired Army Gen. Colin Powell addresses audience members during a Purple Heart presentation at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, Aug. 7, 2007. The U.S. Postal Service unveiled a new stamp honoring the medal and those who wear it.

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