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Michael Patrick Murphy (May 7, 1976 – June 28, 2005) was a United States Navy SEAL officer who was awarded the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan. He was the first member of the United States Navy to receive the award since the Vietnam War. [1]
Latest Photos. Summary of Action. Lt. (SEAL) Michael Murphy: For actions during Operation Red Wings on Jun. 28, 2005. On June 28, 2005, deep behind enemy lines east of Asadabad in the Hindu...
Jun 27, 2022 · June 27, 2022 | By Katie Lange, DOD News |. Navy Lt. Michael P. Murphy was an avid defender of others — a trait that likely led him to join the Navy and become one of the service's elite...
Jun 28, 2005 · Learn about the life and legacy of Lt. Michael Murphy, a Navy SEAL who died in Afghanistan in 2005 while leading a mission to capture a Taliban leader. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his courage and sacrifice.
Learn about the heroic actions of Lieutenant Murphy, who led a special reconnaissance mission in 2005 and gave his life for his country and his team. See his citation, biography, videos and more on the Congressional Medal of Honor Society website.
BIOGRAPHY. Lieutenant Michael P. Murphy. United States Navy (SEAL) May 7, 1976 – June 28, 2005. Lt. Michael P. Murphy, fondly referred to by friends and family as “Murph,” was born May 7, 1976 in Smithtown, NY and grew up in the New York City commuter town of Patchogue, NY on Long Island.
Jun 29, 2020 · Learn how Murphy displayed \"selfless leadership, courageous actions, and extraordinary devotion to duty\" during a deadly firefight with Taliban forces in Afghanistan in 2005. His actions led to the rescue of his teammate Luttrell and the recovery of the remains of his fallen comrades.
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