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Purple Heart returned to family of Oak Lawn, Illinois World War II veteran

Name: Purple Heart returned to family of Oak Lawn, Illinois World War II veteran
Uploaded: 2025-11-10T11:49:00-0600
Duration: 47 s
Description: A Purple Heart is one of the most prestigious awards a member of the military can receive. Now, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is helping the family of a World War II veteran get it back.

A Purple Heart is one of the most prestigious awards a member of the military can receive. Now, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs is helping the family of a World War II veteran get it back.