NECEDAH (WKBT) — Wisconsin State Highway 21 between Sparta and Oshkosh is now a Purple Heart Memorial Highway.
Gov. Tony Evers signed Senate Bill 345 Thursday in Necedah to create the designation in honor of all recipients of the Purple Heart. The Purple Heart is the nation’s oldest military award and recognizes those who were injured or killed by enemy action.
“Throughout history, our Purple Heart recipients have put their lives on the line in defense of the liberties we hold dear, so I am glad to sign this bill into law today, designating the entirety of State Highway 21 as a Purple Heart Memorial Highway,” said Evers. “I am also proud to take this action on Veterans Day as we celebrate and recognize our state and nation’s veterans. My hope is that this Purple Heart Memorial Highway serves as a reminder of the incredible sacrifices made by our service members who know the true cost of freedom.”
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