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Purple Heart Recipient Graduates Officer Training Command Newport

Naval Service Training Command

Jan. 29, 2025 | 2:43

Ensign Andrew Valencia, a Purple Heart recipient, former United States Marine, and graduate of Officer Candidate School (OCS), Class 04-25, at Officer Training Command Newport, reflects upon his time at OCS and what it means in volunteering to become a part of the world's greatest Navy. The Purple Heart is the oldest active military award in the United States and was introduced August 7, 1782 by General George Washington as a military badge of merit. In 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized the Purple Heart to be presented to all military services. Contribute to something bigger; learn the benefits of a Navy career and the opportunities available for you. TEXT: FLOC to 764764 or CALL: 1-800-USA-NAVY (872-6289). #NETC #NSTC #OTCN