Psychological Injury and the Purple Heart
Some have proposed that soldiers with psychological injuries should receive the Purple Heart. While many have supported this proposal, it has also generated such strong opposition that the Pentagon currently does consider these injuries in awarding the Purple Heart. This decision should not be surprising because most people — soldiers and civilians alike — still [...]
John Merson speaks on the subject of war at universities, churches, and veterans groups. His topics include the effects of war on foot soldiers and civilians in war zones, war crimes, and ways to prevent war.