Acting Secretary of the Army(@SecArmy):So proud to be with @lagovjefflandry & Gen. LaNeve to pay tribute to the outstanding service of LTC (ret.) John Purdy and to recognize @LSU and @msstate for their leadership in re-establishing their storied Corps of Cadets in partnership with @SecWar.

2026.10.17 18:34

So proud to be with @lagovjefflandry & Gen. LaNeve to pay tribute to the outstanding service of LTC (ret.) John Purdy and to recognize @LSU and @msstate for their leadership in re-establishing their storied Corps of Cadets in partnership with @SecWar.

Governor Jeff Landry@LAGovJeffLandry

2026.10.17 17:20

Honored to join @SecArmy in presenting Lieutenant Colonel John Purdy with the Meritorious Public Service Medal. A Vietnam veteran who earned 6 bronze stars, Lt. Col Purdy represents the very best of our Nation. Louisiana, this is an American hero!

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