We honor sacrifice, advocate for earned benefits, and provide direct support to veterans, service members, and families each day. Our MOPH Alaniz-Valintine Chapter 598 was named for two young men who represented all who are Recipients of the Purple Heart. The Alaniz-Valentine Chapter 598 was founded on February 29, 1992, and named Alaniz-Valentine Chapter 598 for Andy Alaniz & Roger Valentine KIA during the Gulf War in 1991. Andy Alaniz, 24th Infantry Division, US Army, Killed In Action Feb. 27, 1991, Gulf War. From Portland, PFC. Roger Valentine, 1st Cavalry Division, US Army, Killed In Action March 2, 1991, Gulf War. The mission of the Military Order of the Purple Heart is to foster an environment of goodwill and camaraderie among combat wounded veterans, promote patriotism, support necessary legislative initiatives, and most importantly, provide service to all veterans and their families. Our members are Combat Wounded Veterans who are dedicated to our country and our veteran community. We endeavor to do better for each other and by each other always. Chartered by Congress for combat wounded Veterans. The Purple Heart is composed of military men and women who received the Purple Heart Medal for wounds suffered in combat or by an act of international terrorism. Although our membership is restricted to the combat wounded, we support all veterans and their families with a myriad of nation-wide programs by Chapters and National Service Officers.
