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Disneyland Pays Tribute to Purple Heart Recipients
To honor National Purple Heart Day on August 7, Disneyland Resort hosted 11 veterans who are recipients of the prestigious medal. The park honored them in a special, daily flag retreat ceremony.
Joined by their families for a day of fun at Disneyland Resort, the honorees surrounded the flagpole in Town Square on Main Street, U.S.A., hands proudly held over their hearts, as a voiceover paid tribute to “their incredible courage and immense sacrifice while defending freedom.” After the meaningful ceremony, they were each gifted an American flag placed inside a shadow box in gratitude for their service to our nation.
“It’s a huge honor for us to be here… recognizing those who were wounded making a sacrifice for our country to maintain our freedom and get to enjoy days like this in remembrance,” said Marine Corps Maj. Darryl Ellis. “The recognition that The Walt Disney Company and Disneyland has of our veteran community means the world.”
Inside Disney’s Legacy of Saluting Service
The daily flag retreat ceremony at both Disneyland and Magic Kingdom parks reflects the spirit of service that has long been part of Disney’s legacy and dates back to the company’s founding 100 years ago, with Walt and Roy O. Disney both having served their country during World War I.
This heartfelt way of honoring National Purple Heart Day underscores Disney’s enduring admiration and gratitude for veterans and military families, paying tribute to those who have displayed extraordinary courage in the line of duty.
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