Not only was Audie Murphy a classic American actor, he as one of the most decorated WorldWar II veterans, as well as a courageous and selfless American hero, who saved the lives of many American troops under attack in France. A hero is a person who displays courage, selflessness, humility, and patience, putting oneself before others. These were all qualities possessed by First Lieutenant Audie Murphy. As a lieutenant in the 3rd Infantry Division, Murphy played a huge role in the offensive plan to
Born in the countryside of Hunt County, Texas on June 20, 1924 and the child of a sharecropper, Audie Leon Murphy was raised by his mother. His father roamed in and out of the family's life and ultimately abandoned them. As a kid, Audie was a loner with emotional issues and a dangerous temper. During the fifth grade, Audie dropped out of school and landed a position picking cotton for a dollar a day to help his family amid the Great Depression. In any case it was his ability with a rifle that served
This is Audie Murphy's life story. At the tender age of 12, he becomes the head of the family after his father deserts them. He joins the army at the age of 18 and through the course of the war is decorated for valor nine times thus becoming the most decorated combat soldier in World War II. Audie does one of the bravest acts any soldier ever did during the war. He climbs aboard a burning tank destroyer and single handedly keeps the enemy from advancing on his position. He spends almost an hour on
World War II and more people need to know who he is and what he has done. Audie Murphy is the most decorated Soldier in History and he is basically gone an forgotten about. Although we cannot bring Audie Murphy back, we need to inform more people about him and his accomplishments in the Military and civilian life. June 20, 1925 a baby boy was born in Kingston, Texas and the proud parents named that baby Audie Leon Murphy. Murphy was one of twelve children in his family and growing up was hard for his
Audie Leon Murphy has earned all available U.S. military combat award for valor possible from the United States Army. He was also decorated by Belgium and France for his service. He serviced in the European Theater of Operations along with the Mediterranean. on January 26, 1945 Murphy earned the medal of honor because of what he had did at the Colmar Pocket near Holtzwihr, France when he was only 19 years old. He received it for his defensive actions against German troops- this shows his selfless
sergeants said “you’re no Audie Murphy.” I made the rookie mistake of asking “Who is Audie Murphy?” The room went silent. I did not know why, but I knew something was wrong because all three of my drill instructors including the senior drill instructor stared at me like I dropped my rifle. The senior drill instructor said, “You’re in the Army and you don’t know who Audie Murphy is?” In a stern voice he told me to find out then report back to tell him about Audie Murphy. I asked other people in the
The Sergeant Audie Murphy Club has always been defined by the professionalism, dedication, and expertise of its members. For 32 years the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club has been a beacon of light amongst the Non-Commissioned Officer Corps, showcasing its finest members and providing purpose and direction to the NCO Corps and the Army as a whole. Only the brightest and most dedicated are selected to join its ranks. As a matter of personal and professional pride, I aspire to become a member of this prestigious
THE PRICE OF VALOR: THE LIFE OF AUDIE MURPHY, AMERICA’S MOST DECORATED HERO OF WORLD WAR II is an autobiography written by David A. Smith about Audie Murphy. THE PRICE OF VALOR covers the entirety of Murphy’s life while focusing on his achievements and accomplishments. Starting before his birth, in 1925, the books follows the family life of Murphy, his early jobs, enrollment into the army, his post-war life, and lastly his death in 1971. Audie’s impoverished home life led to him getting a job at
Audie Murphy Life Story Audie Murphy is an important person because he fought in World War Two and when he stopped being in the army he became an actor. Audie should be remembered because he was the first out of millions to stand up and to fight for his people and his country. Audie Murphy was the person who did not care about what other people said or thought. Audie Murphy was a great man not just because of what he does but because of who he is and what he has gone throw in his life. Audie Murphy
Leader of Influence: 1LT Audie Murphy SSG Thomas Theriault USAICoE NCOA, SLC Class 18-020 1LT Audie Murphy The purpose of this paper is to write about the attributes, competencies, impact to the Army by First Lieutenant (1LT) Audie Leon Murphy and the personal growth I have gained. The reason for this is that 1LT Audie Murphy, through his unparalleled valor and heroism, is a great example of what to strive to be. The Fort Knox chapter of the “Sergeant Audie Murphy Club” states he earned a