U.S. President Barack Obama places a challenge coin on a memorial as he and first lady Michelle Obama pay their respects for the dead soldiers at the conclusion of service in Fort Hood, Texas April 9, 2014. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque
Washington Post: Army approves Purple Hearts for soldiers wounded in 2009 Fort Hood shooting
Army Secretary John McHugh said Friday that he has approved awarding the Purple Heart and its civilian counterpart to those wounded during a mass shooting at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009, following years of pressure from families and a change in rules approved by Congress.
WNU Editor: Nidal Hassan killed 13 and wounded 30 .... these victims will now finally receive the military honors that are due.
More News On The Fort Hood Victims of Nidal Hasan Being Finally Awarded Their Purple Hearts
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Fort Hood victims to finally get Purple Heart -- Washington Times
Fort Hood victims to be awarded Purple Hearts -- CNN
