Audie Leon Murphy
Audie Leon Murphy was the most decorated WWII US soldier. He was born
into a meager existence in North Texas near the town of Kingston. After his
Father abandoned the family, Audie became the major bread winner to support
his Mother and siblings. When WWII broke out, Audie tried to enlist in the
Marines and Paratroopers but he was turned down because of his small stature
and child like appearance. He was finally accepted by the Army and went on
to perform deeds in combat that still stand today as some of the most heroic
ever known.
Post war he was recruited to make movies and had a reasonably successful
career. He was tragically killed in a plane crash in Virginia in 1971.
Audie Murphy Picture Collection
Audie Murphy Museum in Greenville Texas
Private Collection of Audie Murphy Memorabilia