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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]
- 2000–2005
- United States Navy
Lt. Michael P. Murphy, fondly referred to by friends and family as “Murph,” was born May 7, 1976 in Smithtown, N.Y. and grew up in the New York City commuter town of Patchogue, N.Y. on Long ...
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 fallen SEALs.
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 life and heroism of LT Michael P. Murphy, a Navy SEAL who died in Afghanistan in 2005 while saving his teammates. Read his biography, awards, and how his legacy inspired the Murph Challenge and the Murph Foundation.
Jan 6, 2014 · The film Lone Survivor is based on the true story of Marcus Luttrell and his team, including Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who were killed or captured by the Taliban in 2005. Learn about the details of the operation, the firefight, the rescue and the honors of the fallen heroes.
Lieutenant Murphy led a special reconnaissance mission to locate a high-level anti-coalition militia leader in 2005. He was mortally wounded while calling for help for his team, demonstrating extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty.
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