Daniel Eddinger
Former U.S. Army Major Dan Eddinger of Torrington, Connecticut, understands the importance of honoring those who have fought, been wounded, or died for this nation. Eddinger fought in Vietnam during the TET Offensive. There he was awarded the Purple Heart twice, first in May 1967, and again in January 1968. He went on to serve his country for over 26 years.
Eddinger, now the MOPH Department of Connecticut State Commander, was chosen to represent Connecticut at the inaugural Purple Heart Patriot Mission in 2019.