James Reeff

James Reeff enlisted into the U.S. Marine Corps in May 1964, serving for the next four years, including a tour in Vietnam. In August 1965, Reeff was wounded in action while serving as part of Operation Starlite.

Along with the Purple Heart, LCpl Reeff was awarded numerous medals and commendations during his service, including the National Defense Service Medal, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the Republic of Vietnam Service Medal and more.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal (LCpl) James Reeff represented his fellow Purple Heart heroes as Washington’s honoree during the 2023 Purple Heart Patriot Project Mission.