NASHUA, N.H. (AP) – New Hampshire National Guard Staff Sgt. Matthew Bernard of Milford has been awarded his second Purple Heart.

The 29-year-old father of four received the award Saturday in recognition wounds received while fighting in Iraq.

Bernard was first hurt during a rocket attack in February in Ramadi. He received a slight neck injury, a minor concussion and cuts to his head.

He was hurt a second time during a roadside bomb attack in March. Shrapnel hit his head and body. He suffered some hearing loss.

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Information from: New Hampshire Union Leader, http://www.unionleader.com

AP-ES-11-05-06 1155EST

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