Maine WWII Veteran Receives His Purple Heart & More Medals on His 99th Birthday [GALLERY]

At his home in Macwahoc, 99-year-old Maine Veteran of World War II, Henry Hunter Jr., received his Purple Heart and several other medals Thursday from Bruce Poliquin.

Congressman Poliquin released the following statement:

Mr. Henry Hunter, Jr. is a part of the Greatest Generation that answered the call to serve America during World War II and exemplifies true courage, sacrifice, commitment to duty and love of country,”said Congressman Poliquin. “It was a tremendous honor to present Mr. Hunter with our Nation’s Purple Heart Medal, along with several others, to recognize him for his bravery and courageous service for our country, and to celebrate his 99^th birthday with him and his family. Thank you, sir, for your service.”

Hunter was wounded in 1945 on New Year’s Eve. He was presented many medals Thursday including Purple Heart, Am. Defense Service Medal, Euro-African-Mid. East Campaign Medal & Bronze Star Attachment & Silver Star Attachment, WWII Victory Medal, Honorable Service Lapel Button, and Marksman Badge & Rifle Bar.

Contact Congressman Poliquin’s Congressional District Offices in Lewiston (784-0768), Bangor (942-0583) or Caribou (492-1600) to request assistance with VA services and benefits, and to request military medals for Maine 2nd Congressional District veterans.