Since 2014, August 7 has been recognized as Purple Heart Day. We take today to remember fallen and injured veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart.
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Since 1943, Fleet Readiness Center East aboard Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, has played an important part in national defense.
The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is focused on protecting North Carolina's military installations, working with communities around military bases, helping military families and veterans get the support and services they need, and helping connect veterans with jobs.
North Carolina proudly serves as a home to multiple military installations and defense companies. The defense industry relies on collaboration and research with the Department of Defense and NC’s excellent university system to create and produce the strongest systems and technology.
As of January 1, 2021, military retirees who settle in North Carolina will be exempt from state taxes on their pensions.