Vietnam veteran receives Purple Heart after 53 years

Sgt. John Rakes, the veteran who received the Purple Heart, did two tours during the Vietnam War.

News 12 Staff

Nov 21, 2023, 8:36 PM

Updated 326 days ago

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A Vietnam War veteran received a Purple Heart after waiting for 53 years.
Sgt. John Rakes, the veteran who received the Purple Heart, did two tours during the Vietnam War.