Cedar Rapids veteran receives Purple Heart

David Clark, a Vietnam veteran from Cedar Rapids, has received a Purple Heart for his service during the Vietnam War.

On Friday, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, presented the Purple Heart to Clark after helping him with his casework to officially document his combat-related wound, Grassley said.

Clark also received the Valorous Unit Award and Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze service stars, which Grassley also presented, according to his office.

“It is always an honor to present military awards to brave men and women who served our country,” Grassley said. “David Clark’s courage to put his life on the line in defense of our nation’s freedom during the Vietnam War deserves proper recognition. As a nation, we owe Mr. Clark a debt of gratitude.”