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Audie was credited with destroying six tanks, killing over 240 German soldiers, and capturing many of the enemy. Murphy was a legend within his Division by the end of World War 2.
Murphy's U.S. decorations were the medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Two Silver stars, the Legion of Merit, two bronze stars with Valor device, and three Purple Hearts (all from genuine combat wounds).
Murphy participated in campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany. Denoted by his European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with one silver battle, four bronze battle stars, and a bronze arrowhead.
During the French campaign, Murphy was awarded two Presidential Citations, one from the 3rd Infantry Division and the other from the 15th Infantry Division during the Holtzwihr action.
France award Murphy with the Legion of Honor (Grade of Chevilier and two Croix de Guerre medals).
From Belguim, Murphy was awarded the Croix de Guerre 1940 Palm.
Murphy was also award the Combat Infantaryman Badge.
Murphy retun from Europe a month after Germany's surrender to a hero's welcome in Texas. There were parades, banquets, and speeches in his honor.
Murphy gained national wide recognition, appearing on the cover of the July 16, 1945 issue of Life Magazine.
After the Korean War broke out, Murphy joined the Texas National Guard (the 36th Infantry Division). His division was never called for combat. When Murphy left the Guard in 1966, his rank was Major.
Links to the rest of the segment of Audie L. Murphy.
Audie L. Murphy-Military Service And Battles
Audie L. Murphy-Post War Illness
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