ARIZONA DEPARTMENT

Military Order of the Purple Heart

Some Gave All, All Gave Some

Our mission is to foster an environment of goodwill and camaraderie among combat wounded veterans, promote patriotism, support necessary legislative initiatives, and most importantly, provide service to all veterans and their families.

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We’re proud of our chapters located all throughout our state of Arizona. Collectively, we bring combat-wounded veterans together, and help all who have served our nation.
We would like you to see what we’re all about, and join in the comradery!

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“[I] Was retired and searching for something to do! MOPH was the perfect answer!“

- Patriot N. Barker

“I initially joined because the members of the organization are those who I’ve idolized my entire life; they’re the living embodiments of the stories I’ve heard throughout my childhood. It’s incredible to now call them my peers, my friends. I’ve stayed active with The Order because of the bonds I’ve formed with our members, and in knowing that we truly make an impact in the community. It’s really a special group.“

- Patriot I. Parkinson

“I joined MOPH to help Veterans – I have been a strong Advocate for Veterans in New Jersey and here in Arizona since 2012. I am now serving as your Department Commander. I will continue to advocate for you with our legislative leaders, Veterans affairs and our VA Healthcare system. I strongly believe in Transparency and Communication.”

- Patriot C. Byers

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona

Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona2 days ago

On January 8th Ft Lowell chapter 442 presented $15,435 for the HEM/ONC wing to the Tucson VA Hospital that was raised by the Charlie Skuhr Memorial Golf Tournament that was held on Veterans Day. Patriot Bob Asbell, Patriot John Grand, Patriot Dave Bertagnoli, & Susan-Lea Skuhr (friend of the Military Order of the Purple Heart) participated in the presentation. Susan-Lea plans and hosts the golf tournament.

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona1 week ago

The latest issue of the Purple Heart Magazine is online. Article by Patriot Phipps on page 58. Chapter and department news on pages 79 thru 83. Enjoy!

2025 Jan-Feb PHM

Military Order of the Purple Heart bi-monthly digital magazine for Jan-Feb 2025

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona2 weeks ago

Fort Lowell Chapter 442 hosted bingo for the patients at the Tucson VA hospital today. Patriot Dave Bertagnoli & Patriot Danny Lemon conducted bingo. Their wives, Cherie & Yolanda, assisted the patients. The grand prize was a beautiful quilt donated by the ladies from Canyon Del Oro Bible church. Thank you Dave, Danny, Cherie, and Yolanda.

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona3 weeks ago

Ft Lowell Chapter 442 made our annual Christmas Eve visit to the AZ State Veterans' Home a day early. Each of the 120 residents and 70 staff members were provided with a Christmas gift bag. Patriots Dave Bertagnoli, John Grand, John Moore, Jim Zimmerman & Joey Zimmerman, Frances Johnson, Cody Phipps & Sam Phipps, and Danny Lemon passed out the gifts and also visited with residents. Residents served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, & the Global War on Terror. Oldest is 100 years old and youngest is 31. Thank you to the ladies of the Bridge Church for assembling and providing the gift bags.

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona1 month ago

Pearl Harbor Day message from the National Commander:

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Military Order of the Purple Heart - Department of Arizona1 month ago

December 7th, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day: This is the 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. 3,500 Americans were casualties, and the United States entered WWII. Our people united to do what was needed to defend liberty and America’s “Greatest Generation” was born. We no longer have a MOPH member who served at Pearl Harbor and most of that generation is now gone but we are eternally grateful to them for their courage, perseverance, and sacrifice. Thank you to the “Greatest Generation”. Take some time on December 7th to remember those who died at Pearl Harbor and those who fought to prevail in WWII. Photo is USS Arizona.

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We welcome all persons of good moral character who are awarded the Purple Heart Medal by the Government of the United States AND are Active Duty or have Honorable or General discharge are eligible for active membership in the Military Order of the Purple Heart of the U.S.A.

Click the button below to go to the MOPH National website to become a member.

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Requirements

Purple Heart

Living veterans or activity duty personnel who have been awarded the Purple Heart.

Documentation

DD214 Member-4 or Service-2 with Purple Heart Award AND Honorable or General discharge OR

DD215 (if Purple Heart Award, Honorable or General discharge is not on DD214)