Iowa Department - Military Order of the Purple Heart

In Ames, Iowa, Robert Suesakul dawned his tux and participated at the Iowa State Army ROTC Award ceremony on 24 April 2026.

Dept Commander Jack Hanson and Cadet Nelson at the Armory in Iowa City. I think there were 23 cadets that will be LT's come next week. There may have been 40 Cadet in total. Nelson is attempting to be a Doctor. We sat with Cadet Duff who is a super troop has well. The Program gave us a nice thank you letter with a school patch.

Today's the day!! Come out and show your love, support and appreciation for our veterans!

Presidents Day is coming up February 16th. That means its time for our bi-annual fund raising for the local veterans.
Military Order of the Purple Heart, Claude D. Stansberry, Chapter 66 will once again be collecting donations and handing out violas at the South Sioux City Hy Vee and Gordon Drive Hy Vee this Saturday February 14th from 8am to noon. ALL donations do stay local, so please come show your support for our veterans if you're in the area. Or come see me personally if you're not able to make it on Saturday. Thank you all in advance for your support.
"The Purple Heart is the oldest active American military decoration, awarded to service members wounded or killed in combat by enemy action after April 5, 1917. Established by George Washington in 1782 as the "Badge of Military Merit," it was redesigned in 1932 to honor sacrifice and signifies courage."
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MOPH Chapter 1979 holds first meeting of the year and plans two big events with two new members to the chapter. And guest, Robert Suesakul, Chp 66 also attended.

Presidents Day is coming up February 16th. That means its time for our bi-annual fund raising for the local veterans.
Military Order of the Purple Heart, Claude D. Stansberry, Chapter 66 will once again be collecting donations and handing out violas at the South Sioux City Hy Vee and Gordon Drive Hy Vee this Saturday February 14th from 8am to noon. ALL donations do stay local, so please come show your support for our veterans if you're in the area. Or come see me personally if you're not able to make it on Saturday. Thank you all in advance for your support.
"The Purple Heart is the oldest active American military decoration, awarded to service members wounded or killed in combat by enemy action after April 5, 1917. Established by George Washington in 1782 as the "Badge of Military Merit," it was redesigned in 1932 to honor sacrifice and signifies courage."
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The Iowa Capitol was filled with veterans speaking with lawmakers and advocating for state-level veteran programs during the annual Iowa Veterans Day on the Hill Wednesday. Story 🔗 below.

“Veterans on the Hill” that took place on 21 Jan 26 brought Veteran causes together as one voice. I hope to see more of our Veterans there next year.

On Wednesday, 21 January 2026, “Veterans on the Hill” happened at the Iowa State Capitol. Both the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Commander, Jack Hanson and Iowa Veterans Affairs (IAVA) Commissioner for MOPH, Robert Suesakul were invited with other Service Organizations to the Lt. Governor’s Office prior to the event. (Left) Lt. Governor, Chris Cournoyer, and Cmdr. Jack Hanson, (Right) Commissioner Robert Suesakul, Lt. Governor and Cmdr. Jack Hanson.