(KNZA)--The Hiawatha American Legion will host a special dedication ceremony Wednesday, November 11th, honoring surviving Purple Heart recipients from Brown County.

The ceremony will take place at 5 p.m. at the Purple Heart mural located at the corner of 6th and Oregon Streets in Hiawatha.

The mural is dedicated in recognition of the service, sacrifice, and courage of Brown County veterans who have received the Purple Heart.

About 30 to 40 Purple Heart recipients have been identified in Brown County, with seven still living.

The public is invited to attend the ceremony and join the American Legion in honoring these veterans and recognizing their sacrifices in service to our country.