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Yes, he was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism on January 26, 1945 during the Battle of Colmar Pocket, Holtzwihr France. He was awarded every decoration that the US has for valor as well as receiving awards from Britain and France.
Audie Murphy, who died in a plane crash in 1971 was the most famous war hero of World War II. Including the Medal of Honor (highest US Military award for valor), he was award over 32 other military awards from the US, France and Belgium -- among them two Silver Stars, two Bronze Stars and the Distinguished Service Cross -- making him the most highly decorated soldier of that War.
Check out the related link for a biography of his life, including his military heroics, battles and decorations as well as his acting and other accomplishments.
According to the movie 'To Hell and Back' the medal
was awarded on August 9, 1945 just days after his nineteenth birthday.
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Who was the world war 2 hero that became an actor?
Audie Murphy
Audie Murphy was the most decerated war hero of world war 2 who was the second?
Audie Murphy was the most-decorated war hero of World War 2, with Matt Urban coming in behind him in second place. Murphy received 29 awards while Urban received 28.
Which actor was a true war hero?
Audie Murphy was the most decorated American soldier in World War2.
Why is Audie Murphy a noble Texan?
I have never heard that term describe him. War hero, actor are most used.
Most decorated soldier?
Audie Murphy
Who was the most decorated Texan from Vietnam war?
Audie Murphy (my hero)
Who was the hero from World War II?
Audie Murphy .
Who was the world war 2 hero that became an actor?
Audie Murphy
Audie Murphy was the most decerated war hero of world war 2 who was the second?
Audie Murphy was the most-decorated war hero of World War 2, with Matt Urban coming in behind him in second place. Murphy received 29 awards while Urban received 28.
Which actor was a true war hero?
Audie Murphy was the most decorated American soldier in World War2.
What are the ratings and certificates for Biography - 1987 Audie Murphy Great American Hero?
Biography - 1987 Audie Murphy Great American Hero is rated/received certificates of: Argentina:Atp
Who was a famous american war hero?
Audie Murphy is the most decorated American war veteran, but there are lots of heroes that have fought for our country.
Why is Audie Murphy a noble Texan?
I have never heard that term describe him. War hero, actor are most used.
Who is the most decorated Hero of World War 2 that appears in 40 films?
Major Audie Murphy Frank McV
Did Alvin york meet audie Murphy?
No, Alvin York and Audie Murphy did not meet. Alvin York was a World War I hero known for his actions in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, while Audie Murphy was a World War II hero known for his actions in the European Theater. Their service in different wars and time periods precluded them from meeting.
What did Audie Murphys do?
Audie Murphy was a World War II hero. He single handedly took a German tank and a machine gun nest to protect his men. He was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor among many others.
Who was promoted the most in world war 2?
Audie Murphy
