To Hell and Back
1955
Search results
Murphy was born into a large family of sharecroppers in Hunt County, Texas. After his father abandoned them, his mother died when he was a teenager. Murphy left school in fifth grade to pick cotton and find other work to help support his family; his skill with a hunting rifle helped feed his family.
Apr 3, 2014 · Learn about Audie Murphy, the most decorated U.S. soldier of World War II, who became an actor and starred in his own film, 'To Hell and Back.' Find out about his early life, military career, marriages, and death.
Aug 27, 2023 · Learn about the two sons of Audie Murphy, the most decorated combat soldier of World War II and a renowned actor. Terrance and James honor their father's courage and resilience in their own ways, blending strength and creativity.
Jun 23, 2020 · Browse photos of Audie Murphy with his wives, sons, relatives and horses. See his childhood, military and publicity shots from the official website of the Audie Murphy Research Foundation.
Audie Leon Murphy was born in Kingston, Hunt County, Texas, to Josie Bell (Killian) and Emmett Berry Murphy, poor sharecroppers of Irish descent. After the death of his mother and the outbreak of WWII, Murphy enlisted in the army on his 17th birthday in June 1942 after being turned down by the Navy and the Marines.
- June 20, 1924
- May 28, 1971
People also ask
Who is Audie Murphy's wife?
Who are Audie Murphy's family members?
Who is Audie Leon Murphy?
Who was Audie Murphy?
Nov 16, 2016 · Quick Facts. Also Known As: Audie Leon Murphy. Died At Age: 45. Family: Spouse/Ex-: Pamela Archer (m. 1951), Pamela Archer (m. 1951–1971), Wanda Hendrix (m. 1949–1950) father: Emmett Berry Murphy. mother: Josie Bell Killian. siblings: Billie, Joe, Nadine. children: James Shannon Murphy, Terrance Michael Murphy. Born Country: United States.
Jan 23, 2015 · The 19-year-old U.S. soldier personally killed or wounded some 50 German troops, earning the Medal of Honor for one of WWII's most astonishing battlefield actions.
