Overview

• Eleven Purple Heart recipients and their families gathered at Disneyland Park’s Town Square flagpole for a special version of its daily flag retreat ceremony.
• A voiceover paid tribute to the veterans’ courage and sacrifice while defending freedom.
• After the ceremony, each honoree received an American flag encased in a shadow box as a token of gratitude.
• Marine Corps Maj. Darryl Ellis described the recognition as a "huge honor" that underscores Disney’s appreciation for wounded service members.
• Disneyland offers active-duty personnel and eligible veterans discounted tickets via military base ticket offices and GovX.com along with special hotel rates.