Audie Murphy,
"The Most Dedicated Soldier"

Audie Murphy was born as the sixth of nine children. His father abandoned the family when he was only just 12. Audie wanted to help the Americans and join the military. He tried to join the marines and the paratroops, but failed. He was then able to join the Infantry on his 18th birthday in Texas. He was a highly skilled soldier, being able to kill 240 Germans. In the end, he was awarded the title, “The Most Dedicated Soldier” as well as the Congressional Medal of Honor and 23 other awards. Scroll down to see sources

Audie Murphy
Primary Sources

June 21, 1944

Letter to Avery Dowdy

A simple letter to Avery Dowdy, his military friend when he was in a hospital.

12 February 1973 (fall 1944)

Nurse Statement of Audie Murphy

A nurse from the Army Corps giving their first impression of Audie Murphy.

September 15, 1945

Audie Murphy is Home

A magazine page from the Saturday Evening post informing the residents that Audie Murphy is back home.