The Monroe Sun: Monroe veteran to represent Connecticut during national Purple Heart tribute

In the late 1960s, U.S. forces fought to protect the South Vietnamese from being overrun by communists to the north of the country. The 101st Airborne Infantry was setting up a fire support base in the Ho Bo Woods in Củ Chi, Vietnam, when soldiers from Unit B left to ambush a contingent of the North Vietnamese Army.

NewsBob DriscollFebruary 17, 2026News, Patriot Project Mission #4, Connecticut, Army

Press Release: Local Purple Heart Recipient John Alberghini to be Honored During National Tribute Event

U.S. Army Specialist 4 (SP4) John Alberghini will represent his fellow Purple Heart heroes as Connecticut’s representative at the multi-day tribute to the courage and sacrifice of America’s combat wounded.

NewsBob DriscollFebruary 11, 2026Patriot Project Mission #4, Connecticut

The Newtown Bee: Newtown Veteran Michael Perron Representing Connecticut In Purple Heart Patriot Project

Connecticut’s selection for the nation’s 2023 Purple Heart Patriot Project is from right here in Newtown. US Army Sergeant Michael Perron will represent his fellow Purple Heart heroes at a multi-day tribute to the courage and sacrifice of America’s combat wounded, September 18-22.