AVON, Ohio – A local Purple Heart recipient has been chosen to be one of the nation’s 2026 Purple Heart Patriot Project honorees.

Avon resident U.S. Army Specialist Four Gerald Galant will represent his fellow Purple Heart heroes as Ohio representative at the multi-day tribute to the courage and sacrifice of America’s combat wounded.

The Purple Heart Patriot Project is a program of the National Purple Heart Honor Mission .

Selected from among hundreds of nominees and deserving candidates for their courage and service, both in combat and in their communities, this annual all-expenses paid ‘Honor Flight’-style salute will bring together Purple Heart recipients from across conflicts and generations.

The multi-day Patriot Project Mission, scheduled for April 27 – May 1, 2026, will featur

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