One American vs 250 Germans (WW2 Documentary)
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- Опубликовано: 9 мар 2023
- By January 1945 Audie Murphy was already a legend within the US Army. Having fought non stop since 1943, he was a highly decorated nineteen-year-old Lieutenant when on 26th January 1945 in the Colmar Pocket he earned the Medal of Honor for holding off 250 Germans for over an hour, alone.
This is the remarkable story of the most decorated US serviceman of the Second World War.
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That is a true fact but if anyone who fought in that war was to see what is going on now they would be upset to say the least it is truly sad to see where we are as a nation
Can you imagine those turds in Washington calling each other Hero's..not one in the bunch could carry Murphys lunch..
When I see people kneeling at our star spangled banner or other patriotic things it makes me so angry. No longer do we say pledge of allegiance anymore. Such a shame it is.
He is truly the bravest person to survive in all the wars I've ever read about.. If only we had more men like him to guide our country out of the corruption that exists today in our government. Then America would truly be great again.
🙏🏼thank you , how did I not know about this legend
I want direct a remake of this man’s life
Audie Murphy was the living embodiment of how actions define who you are. The facts that he was a man of small stature and came for a poor background didn’t stop him from developing a hulking legend.
He fought for communism.
@@billw7213?
He fought 4 his life u squirrel
To bad he wasn't taught by Neville Goddard.
@ikram2512 just a troll.
There are no words to describe his humility and heroism. This should be taught in our schools.
Yes it should.
It was taught in my american history class, every friday our teacher would take 20 minutes and do a segment on american heroes through the years, dan daly, audie murphy, roy benevidez all kinds of men and women from american history that you dont hear about
unfortunately, in todays world that would not be taught. They want a world filled of weak men. storys of valor will only encourage men to fight.
In the US Army, he's got his own club. You can't go anywhere without hearing his name.
He calculated the odds and figured I've got nothing to lose, then gave it everything he had! A true soldier and hero. Blessings to Murphy family.
A study of interviews with CMOH Awardees shows the only thing they're thinking about is either getting home or making sure they take as many with them as they can.
What's going on in their heads is alien to you unless you're a combat vet or a literal Zen master
I've known about Audie for fifty years and still tear up hearing the story of his spirit and courage as a young man
I have known about him since his movie came out in 1955(I was 13 then, and am 81 now), and as with you, I tear up every time I see a video about him. He never used his Medal of Honor to advance his career. His wish for black letters on his tomb stone said everything about his modesty. He was a humble hero, doing everything he could to protect his men.
He did more by 19 that what hardly anyone else had done in their entire lives. Amazing.
@Francis We may. unfortunately it would probably take a third World War and collapse of modern society to do it. The people of that era were hardened by the Depression and went to war with a purpose.
Not having sufficient academic qualifications to hold the post-war rank of Major a review of his personnel file revealed an education far superior to anything any college could or would have provided.
@@chrismaverick9828 And ifso it would finally give most ppl who never had any sense of some type of solid responsibility or true purpose.
You got that right. He had more medals than anyone ever when it was all over. I believe right to this day he is still the most decorated American soldier of all time.
@Francis Yea because we are not in a war dumbass. Yea great generation they brought the most deadly conflict in human history. Glad we didn't do that.
Audie Murphy was from my hometown - he was the same build as me - short and slender. His story inspired me to join the USMC and I served honorably until honorably discharged as a sergeant. Very glad to see something like this on youtube.
And Audie Murphy remained kind , considerate , and moral , even after the war . A truly great man will maintain who is as a man no matter the circumstances.
When I was conscripted in 1984 our instructor used to ask us “ do you think you are Audie Murphy?” Even in South Africa he was a legend
LOL very good.
Yes sir! He's a Texan.
And now… your country has decided to support the Russians. I don’t know if you agree. I can’t say. There is no system to respect a soldier like Murphy in the Russian system. To them, as it has been proven, they are meat for a grinder with no real if positive goals to help and attacked people like Ukraine. Their people have been invaded, murdered and raped, grain and resources stolen… yet despite the mounds of evidence, you agree with truly fascist imperialist invaders or a sovereign nation…. I would hope you aren’t that type of person. Also, if you are, don’t bring whataboutism In here…
"For the first time in three days, my feet were warm"
love that!
Only a grunt knows how good that feels
❤😊
Hah!
Nice.
In 1956 I worked with with a man who was an extra in the movie . He had been one of the German infantry attacking the Tank Destroyer. Five times he died that day in the filming. More importantly, he said Audie was a regular Joe. No pride or pretense about him. He was, truly, a hero. We were deprived of him far to early. RIP Audie.
He was just one of Stalin's useful idiots.
RIP Audi Murphey
We need more men like him now! A true hero❤
I'm sure Audi would say, there are alot of unsung heroes like me, let's not forget them❤😢
@@lydialanata8714 He saved Communism.
My grandfather was one of the pallbearers who carried his casket to the plane that brought him home. He gave me his autobiography which I read twice, the local library where I live gave me the biographical book written about his life and about his passing
Audie Murphy was one of the finest Men to ever live. He spent time in my Father's unit during WWII. My Father told me "He was the bravest, toughest, most down to earth and friendly Man he ever had the privilege to know". Murphy was a Sargent at that time. My Dad was a Captain.
Not Andy, Audie
Wrong name.
Okay grammer police. I suppose your auto-correct never changed a word without you noticing, right?, right? You never misspell?, never over look an auto correct switch? Puh-Leeese. Grow up and get a job.
@@johnwillis4706Ahh,..I see you fixed it. Well done.
(I didnt mention it first ya know.)
Yup. If you're going to type someone's name do it right. If I type wrong I hope someone lets me know so I can correct it and not look foolish.I do so hate bad "grammar" and bad spelling. Oh and I am so much older than you are so I've already grown up. :}
AWSOME !!!!👍🇺🇸💪🙋
Audie Murphy having the gold lettering omitted on his grave marker as an ordinary soldier and he was anything but an ordinary soldier. He was a true hero and a fine actor. His like we will probably not see again.
Soldiers come and go. Their living is simple, and their life complicated. But more complicating is their experience in war years are devastating.
Face to face with death. Some maybe warriors in hearts, others priests of solitude and peace-makers. Still numerous are pacifists not the kind who look for trouble. Many others prefer one-man army banzai charge into the frontline with fix biyonets. Majority do battle with technology designed to kill thousands or even millions. After all these tumultous affray called war settles the conflict peacefully when one party and the opposing side annihilated. How much war humanity to wage so that peace be attained. To the survivors in war, life is precious. To the dead only them seen the end of war, US Army General Douglas Macarthur once said of the dead soldier.
Made me tear up!!!
AUDIE MURPHY'S LEGEND HAS BEEN INSPIRATION ALL MY LIFE..!
@@cresenteayo3638 Absolute Truth!
Sargent York in WWI & Audie Murphy in WWII are two heroes who really stand out amongst a great company of heroes back then.
Him wanting a headstone just like the rest of his brothers is no surprise.
RIP
My dad served in The Royal Canadian Navy during WW2. Audie was a living legend. The old man loved to watch Audie Murphy's movies.🇺🇸 🇨🇦 💪
I've commented on a couple of Audie Murphy videos , I'll do 1 more .
When I was in the U.S. Army I was stationed in Germany and I was in the same unit Audie had been in B COMPANY 1/15 3RD INFANTRY.
We were not reffered to as Bravo Company but as the Audie Murphy Company , whenever we saluted an Officer we would exclaim AUDIE MURPHY SIR !!
In H.Q. there was also a large portrait of Audie hanging at the end of the hall , I never got tired of looking at it .
His movie TO HELL AND BACK was also mandatory viewing lol.
The Army has never forgotten Audie. 🇺🇸
fwiw, not sure if its music you might enjoy, but here's a song, the song that brought him to my attention, about him, using lyrics from his own poems in some cases ruclips.net/video/FBz7MX2bLcM/видео.html
@@cferguson37 ........ thanks I'll check it out.
Edit : that was excellent , never new of this song , thanks.
@Name Last Name -This here, folks, is proof that it's possible to be a meshugener, a putz, a schlemiel and a total schmegegge all at once!
@Dottie Sewell ...... AMEN .
@@monsieurcommissaire1628 Bravo! A richly deserved metaphorical slap upside the head for this Name-last-name schmuck!
Actually, I agree that wars are usually started by absolute devils, but that doesn't preclude me expressing gratitude for a dedicated, selfless soldier fighting against fascists.
Maybe that guy should try to get out of his own head sometimes...
Have a good day, Monsieur!
To say Audie Murphy was a legend doesn't even begin to describe how brave and wonderful he was. May he rest in well deserved peace.❤
Is he in peace though
Amen
@@RetroNBA42 yes heaven is peace
Ghost of Kiev.
@@frankierzucekjr He killed dozens of people lmao, if heaven is real; Audie Murphy ain't there
I was a little boy, when my Dad (an ex-navy man, during the Korean War) told me about Audie, a movie star to me, and all the metals he earned. Back then I didn't realize, Audie was the most decorated soldier, of WWll.
Audie Murphy incredible Soldier and human being! My father W.A. Sherman served with Audie and spoke very highly of him!
5'5... 112 lbs .... 17 years old. He wouldn't have even qualified for special forces now days. The story is the man... not the label.
@@doctordemento965 Sir you are so very correct - sadly! 👵🏽☝🏾✨💖✨ A man of valour who was only 5’3” and dirt poor Texan - A good man and & great soldier! R. I.P. Audie Murphy🙏🏽 🇺🇸
He was a man before his time. His dad died. His mom was sick so he use to go out with his gun and hunt for food. Then his mom died so he took his siblings to a home while he lied about his age to join the military but once in he sent his money to take care of his brothers and sisters. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@doctordemento965 He lied about his age to join up.
Dude was a real life Captain America.
Actually, yes, I believe captain america was loosely based on Lt Murphy, and if im wrong, there are certainly some large coincidences
Captain America is the fictional Audie Murphy
@@ironlordcayde3888 No offense intended, but Murphy's heroic actions took place in January of 1945. Captain America appeared in December of 1940, a year before Pearl Harbor and America's entry into the war. 🇺🇲
Audie Murphy was a real hero but for a real captain america, check out the most decorated Frenchman of the first world war, Albert Roche.
For example, he captured more than 1180 enemy soldiers.
Yes and a very lucky Captain America
I’ve been an avid student of WW2 for 25 years and finally just came across this story. It’s apparent that Murphy had ALL the right stuff. Perhaps fearless to a fault, his bravery applied to the battle at hand and winning. He fought smart and tough as nails in the most extraordinary set of circumstances one can imagine. What kept that burning tank destroyer from exploding while he stood atop it firing the 50 cal machine gun for more than an hour only God knows. Just moments after dismounting did it finally blow suggests a transcendent instinct that we don’t often experience in ordinary life. Not everyone is cut out for a heroic performance in a deadly hail of flying hot metal, but Murphy was, and he did what no commander would order a subordinate to do, and he did it with the highest degree of tactical awareness and battlefield cunning. And after this and prior battlefield successes of a similar magnitude, he declared his proudest moment to be hearing the news the war had ended. This expresses the clearest embodiment of archetypal warrior I can think of.
Perfectly said.
Well said!
You've never seen the movie, 'To Hell and Back'??
@@carolphillips1593 - No. I don’t like movies that depict history because the history is merely a starting point for making a movie aimed at the low common denominator of intelligence among moviegoers which makes it virtually indistinguishable from movies based upon a fictional story. Actual History is interesting but not entertaining.
He learned early in life how to shoot a gun to help feed his family and carried a heavy load with his dad gone and his mom sick. Plus his smaller brothers and sisters. I think he was a man before his time. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
To Hell and Back was made in 10 yrs after 1LT Murphy's heroic actions at the Colmar Pocket. 10 years later and he still looked like a kid. What an amazing man to have done so much in so little time.
He was probably 26 when the movie released.
What a freaking legend. I am humbled to know such a great American has ever lived we owe these type of men everything
In 1983 I reported for duty with the 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment on Harvey Kaserne in Kitzingen, Germany. There was a company formation from Bravo Company and I thought it was rather odd that when the formation was called to attention, the unit shouted out the name of a German auto company (Audi). Of cource, my error became apparent when I was introduced to the hall of the battalion headquarters with photos and awards write ups for many of the Regiment's Medal of Honor winners. Needless to say, Audie Murphy had the central place of honor among the many honored.
What a remarkable honorable man. I wish we had more like him. A true hero not some athlete or do nothing politician. People today don't seem to know what a hero truly is.
people today are too worried about their "feelings",
they aren't worthy to be in the same building with this HERO..... Semper Fi
Americans need to replace the cowards in the American government with A.M'S
@@TheDogGoesWoof69 says someone from their armchair. My late dad was a British WW2 hero, and always said, every man and boy who fought for our Freedoms were heroes. Those who sat in an Office holding Meetings about where they would place their ships and regiments, were, as those in WW1 said... "Lions led by donkeys".... "Eeyor" Tyler. A wee man sitting at a computer who probably PLAYS War Games, talking down the bravery of men who stepped forward when we needed them. 🙄
If Dirty Donny was in WWII, he would've fought for Adolf Hitler, his idol.
Please don't disregard our military who also put their lives and well-being on the line--weve survived til now because of them and if we survive in the future it will be because of them. We can hope that none of them earn the Congressional Medal of Honor because who would wish that on anybody, but every war ,skirmish, embassy attack, shameful withdrawal, and evacuation shows their quality and we're right to say "thank you for your service"
He won every major award for bravery in the Army. Amazing
@@AnthonyOMulligan-yv9cg That's right. I forgot about that.
He is ranked 26th on list of most decorated of all wars
I have tears in my eyes. What an example to us all. I love the fact that he wasn't a big man. It's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog. His heart was the size of Texas!
His size was arguably an advantage. Less target to hit.
Well spoken.
I was taught by my grandfather this very lesson. In the final accounting of things: Don't forget!
It has little to do with the size and capabilities of your adversary,
and every thing to do with your loyalty to your team.
Thank you, sir, and a grateful thank you to all who looked at the Fascists and said, in their hearts:
Not today.
He’s a Texan. Size doesn’t matter.
When we travelled in Europe we saw the location where he showed unbelievable courage. It really added to the reality of what he faced.
What an absolute hero.Audie should be remembered for ever.
His name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. 🐑 🩸 ✝️
For his military service... Not the drunken, wife beater part.
@@chaunceychappelle2173 Um didn't drink or beat women, but sure.
@@brookencraig Ignore this guy. Haters gotta hate.
Adolph was a neat guy.
He was a very good actor as well. He had screen presence and emitted a quiet but assured strength. I knew he had fought in the war but had no idea of his incredible bravery. Thank you so much for this video he deserves to be remembered and honoured. I wish I had the words to truly honour such a man.
What a man, what an absolute hero. This actually brought tears to my eyes at his bravery and his selfless commitment.
If America had 1 Audie Murphy in Congress, we wouldn't be where we are today!
Congress has no honor nor allegiance to America
If they did they would have plotted against him and had him executed
Yes you would.nuff said.😅
Amen
@@garrickwalker1073 OK Vladimir
None of us can try to be like Audie Murphy. You're either him, or you're not. He's literally one in a million.
no, we're not, but our young men can strive to be like him. To see what true courage really means.
Yes we can try. Do not limit people's capabilities.
@@lastfirst78 I second this statement wholeheartedly. That's the whole point of having a hero. You may not measure up to him, but you can sure try.
Wow. Your not much on yourself r u.
Maybe you should try harder.
He has to be one of the most well known soldiers from WW2 ,
I'm English and love his story , he was so young and fearless.
It never ceases to amaze how much one person, with enough courage, determination, and a bit of good luck, can accomplish so much in one short lifetime. The way he passed was very unfortunate. If ever a man had earned the right to a peaceful death, it was him.
I remember watching his movies as a child never knowing how much an actual he really was until recently. When you see who 19yr olds hold as role models now it's sad how society has regressed.
Yeah. The boomers really let us down. Not one good role model among em... Sad really.
@@darkhobo yo word up
@@darkhobo speak for yourself
@@deutzallis6497 yeah, I just did. Thanks.
@@deutzallis6497 And just who do you know what Audie did? No,wait. Let me tell you,..no one.
I "fell in love" with Mr. Murphy when I was a little girl and saw him for the first time at the movies. The more I learned about him as I grew up, the more I loved him and the more pride I had in him and for him. It always made me cry when I heard or read about him having one of his PTSD flashbacks. When I learned that he had died I was devastated. In 1971 I was in the first year of my Navy 7 years of service and stationed at Ft. Myers, VA right next to Arlington Cemetery. He was and always will be my greatest "love" and hero in my heart. He was one of a kind.
Thank you for your service 🙏 and you are not alone. He is a great role model. Rich in resolve, Valor, tenacity, grit, honor and humility.
Lovely comment! From Texas.
Hello, did you see " Destry Rides Again "?
@@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710 Destry and Destry Rides Again except Rides Again was a James Stewart movie I believe. I've watched quite a few of Mr. Murphy's movies over the years of my life but not all of them.
@@roxannaweaver2155 Hello Ms. Weaver, you are correct, they are Jimmy Stewart movies. Boy, have I got a treat for you. Audie Murphy did a remake of Destry, and to tell the truth I don't know which version that I like better. I like them both. it was made in 1954. I see it is viewable by using browser address bar placing : audie murphy - destry
What a guy! He so earned and deserved a long happy life, but was taken way to soon. With the most solemn and sincere respect no words can convey, RIP Audie.
He gave support to fellow military men, which shows he was so humble and he did not forget the ones who fought with him and suffered like he did ❤️🤗
One small thing about Murphy which is often overlooked, he really was a very good actor.
A lot of people would agree with you (me included) - Audie wouldn't though, he was just that kind of guy.
"No name on the bullet" and "To hell and back are classics" and two of my favorites. He was also a Patriot to the end even starting a committee that pushed for Hollywood to be more positive about the USA and nothing like it is today. If it was up to Hollywood and the left Men like this would be forgotten about
@@BattleGuideVT He was brilliant in Red Badge of Courage
@@BattleGuideVT
He was extraordinary in real life. One in a million
@@paulwojnar2291 An American National Treasure.....Respect from 🇨🇦
Unbelievable man, all he achieved as a young man, very brave, deserved a longer life.
The film about him failed to truly convey how insanely brave he was.
Just...wow. RIP Audie. You were really something special and an inspiration to millions.
But You should say, Rest in Pease. Instead of rip. That's wrong in my Heart.
@@davegauvin7234 its peace not pease
@@neogeo1670 I misspelled it.
@@davegauvin7234 sorry not meaning to be a world nazi🤣
God bless Audie Murphy a member of the greatest generation. Rip Murph reunited with you’re family and comrades once more. You will never be forgotten.😢😢
AMEN Brother JESUS CHRIST Saves 🙏❤️🙌
How do you know he went there
@@ianhenning2422 🤣
They don't make very many like him anymore. He was a great actor, he did a lot for veterans, and above all that he was a national hero, not only to the United States, but obviously to France and Belgium as well.
There is our 'Capt America' that should be taught to our young boys to look up to and pattern themselves after.
I believe it’s defined “The Captain America”
They didn't make many like him even back then! The closest guy I can think of is Sgt. York of WW-1 fame.
And here in England too!
@@muzikizfun Both were great men
It's interesting to learn Murphy's MOH action took place in January. Having seen "to Hell and Back" on TV as a kid, I assumed they'd gotten that right, at least! Audie's story is about as remarkable as can be. It's so sad he was lost at so young an age. And, my God! We need guys like him today!
Even from outside the USA, we carry well deserved respect for this great soldier.
One year ago I was able to visit his memorial in Holtzwhir, Alsace, France.
It was a very moving experience.
My father was honored to actually get to shake his hand. I believe it happened on his way home from the war in Korea.
" No greater deed shall be, when a man is willing to lay down his life for his fellow man " Semper Fi ...R I P ...Murph....!
Audie Murphy was a true soldier. It's not about size but courage and heart.
I'm trying to figure out why they didn't need a second casket and grave for his enormous pair of bronzes.
He must be Capt. America.
@@boxingfan4999 His story is better and more engaging than any comic book could ever be.
@@elessartelcontar9415 Personified by Murphy
Some had greater heroics, but in my opinion, they were all heroes, right down to the clerics and cooks. Audie Murphy was on a different level, a shopping cart couldn’t carry his balls.
Definitely
Yes I agree anyone going to war are all heroes
Audie had Bowling balls for balls
@@516Mel: According to the Germans, he had wrecking balls for balls! Lol!
@@maingate7672 haha Yea he was a badass
This soldier and others like him are why we hold our military to such high esteem. Thank you to all of our soldiers for your service and sacrifice.
Audie was very humble, and the quintessential definition "salt of the Earth." Too many of this Greatest Generation met unexpected early deaths by accident.
Someone was watching over this incredibly brave man.
Providence, read the book to hell and back
The Eyes of Texas.
They must’ve fell asleep at their post when his plane crashed, then.
Anyone who can't see that,is blinder than a vampire Bat 🦇!
Any one man versus some 250 plus socalled Kraut battalion, that is suddenly threatened by some German Panzer tanks on a one way in Blown-up Bridged Deutsch island,with no way out.Must have some higher divine faith in God-fearing purpose!Not complex rocket science,it's just that simple!
Respect from Scotland sir.
God bless Audie. My parents were of the WWII generation and I grew up with a framed photo of Audie (from the Life magazine cover) framed and hanging prominently in the living room. My mother would tell me when little, "you respect this hero and everything for which he stood!" I have never forgotten.
Super inspiring soldier. Unreal that a plane accident was what finally took him from this earth.
How good it would be if we had more like him today! Lived around & worked with people from that generation. Unable to find anyone that could stand with them today!
The men from that time were the greatest generation !
Theres a Generational Gap wedged between both elder & younger generations now that's getting wider or even further away from each other's eras in time.
Can you imagine his reaction if faced with today's nonsense:people going nuts over personal pronouns, a president that mocks disabled people and pays hush money to prostitutes, all this woke nonsense, right-wingers calling soldiers suckers and losers....I bet he is regularly turning in his grave.
I'm Canadian. I was brought up being with nothing but respect for Canadian and American armed forces. That was in the 1950's till now. Murphy was one of my favorites. Alot of westerns. But after watching his life story, respect reached a higher height.
I tried to join when 18, but medical didn't pass. Eyes and hearing didn't pass. Was pretty disappointed.
When you look up hero in the dictionary you should see this man’s picture. The fact that he was essentially an undersized teenager just adds to the legend that he is.
A very, very brave man in anyone's army. RIP Audie L. Murphy
Lt. Murphy was and will always be one of my heroes and an object of awe . He was one of the reasons I tried to work as a Sgt. In the Air Force .
Even in the UK he is still well known - a favourite saying of non commissioned officers to new recruits who are over eager is "Who do you think you are, Audie f***ing Murphy?!"
Well done.
Many British servicemen were inspired to serve by semi-mythical tales of derring-do.
In the 1880s, it was GA Henry; later it was Kipling...
We know him as Aud in the Uk. He is like our Crazy fool Jack Churchill whom killed with a Longbow!
Audie murphy truly legendary inspiring as hell
We need people like him in America and in all parts of government otherwise we could go under
When I first saw Audie as a western hero I thought him a bit unlikely. Then I learned who he was and what he'd done. And I thought, hero indeed.
He definitely didn't seem like someone who could impose their will on the villains of the story, but in reality, he could do that and so much more .
Audie Murphy was an honest hero. Even playing a cowboy as a hero. This was very emotional to listen to.
And to think, he earned all those awards before he was 21. A rare and remarkable individual indeed.
WOW, I knew next to nothing about this man. I knew he was in movies and was some kind of a war hero. That was about it really. I am astounded as how young he was and how brave and courageous he was. What he achieved is remarkable. In addition to all that, he was also clearly, a selfless and humble man. He deserved every medal he got and more. Thank you so much for this most informative video. It was so well put together and was certainly a very emotional story of an amazing human being....... much appreciated.
A superb American and he exhibits every sense of bravery it means to be so, and makes all of us in Texas bust out with pride.
It's so fascinating that rare people like this just come out of nowhere from time to time. Great video 😊👍
There will never be anyone as great as Audie Murphy. He should never be forgotten.
as you can see, Holtzwihr and France do not forget his actions, there's the memorial, maintained by an association of volunteers, they have artifacts coming from the combats around the village, including a roller wheel from the M10 Audie used.
Next March 26, there's a memorial service organized for US officials, there will be some animations, including a P-51 and Rafale flybys, to honor the memories of Audie, his men and those who lost their lives liberating Europe.
lest we forget.
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I was at that memorial this year. It was a quiet tribute to a courageous young man.
At FT Stewart, GA where I was stationed back in the early 1990's there was a yearly Audie Murphy day where soldiers would compete against each other
Still one of the most decorated servicemen ever, and I can't even put in to words how much I appreciate his bravery. Then again, I feel the same way about any of our servicemen, especially those who serve in combat.
Think about if those boys could see this country now.
I echo those sentiments. However, it seems somehow in today's US military there are many who see the ones Audie Murphy were fighting as the good guys. One American politician even said recently that people like Murphy were fools for risking their lives to fight tyranny
Actually Audie Murphy is ranked 26th on the most decorated of all time
The most courageous man to ever have been born. When he was asked one time "What was it like when you entered a battle?" He replied, " Whenever things got hectic and chaotic, it was during these times that things slowed down and became clear for me." Wow, amazing. When most men would panic, he was calm and confident.
I spent 8 years in the US Army infantry- half of that in the 15th regiment in Germany. Murphy was basically a god in our unit and division. We used to always joke that you know you're a badass when they hire you to play yourself in the movie. Rock of the Marne! Can Do!
It gets better! Audie asked the director to TONE DOWN the action because he felt the audience MIGHT NOT BELIEVE IT!
@@seanbigay1042 Actually, Audie was the director.
@@LuciferVonCarstein oh. Ok!
We support the line! 3rd S+T,3rd Infantry! 1975.
Ever hear of Col Bob Howard check him out
Audie did the Clan Murphy proud. A rare man of valor.
Absolutely.
Airforce here.
A very fine spud.Greetings from Dublin.
I live in the same county in Texas where he grew up. I've talked to more than one old timer that had fond memories of him. He was a really nice person and a great American.
I have a feeling this channel will blow up. The videos are so high quality and informing. Please keep up the fantastic work!
I know most of Murphy’s story and I gotta say this was a solid video man.
Thanks!
A hero all the way and so sad that he had to go the way he went. But he will never be forgotten. R.I.P. hero! ❤❤❤❤❤
Imagine living through all he did and then dying in an accident. Never let it be said that life is fair.
This is perhaps the highest of all medal of honors awarded. What a legendary action. He could have been awarded more for other actions he was involved in too! True soldiering!!
Had the VHS of the film as a child. Took me a little while to get my head round the fact he went and did all that, survived and then played himself in a film about it all those years later! Legend is an understatement.
That very same day of Jan 1945, , my father then 19 years old was fighting with the French army 4 miles east of there at Jebsheim. I kept the logbook with original maps from the second armored division for the French arrmy (1945 official document ). This is video is quite special to my family and I.
wow! honorable man he was.
He was either crazy or more likely brave! He also had lady luck on his side when he avoided all the shots from Germans ,the fire from the tank and jumped off the tank before it exploded. God's speed Audie Murphy. Amazing dude.
He wasn’t crazy he had to grow up fast because of things that happened to his family. He became a man before his time.
The HEART of Courage. R.I.P Audie
Of course, the vegetation and tree lines were totally different over 75 years ago, while the village and houses haven't moved, the new ones are quite a bit closer. It must be very difficult to re-enact an historic battle down to the individual actions. We are fortunate to have even this much detail of the heroics of Murphy. There were other heroes in the War, in all theaters of combat. Audie Murphy stands out if for no other reason than his many medals and awards, and he got to play himself in a Hollywood movie...
As a american I have to thank this badass for his selfless service to his country and his people. And has anyone heard the term don't mess with Texas well Texas was sent over to fight Nazi Germany and we'll they found out. Thank you 👍
My grandmother told me about his bravery when I was a child , even in Britain he was known as a hero .
My dad was in Company A and Audie Murphy was in Company B. My dad was the first American soldier to fire a rifle across the Rhine. He was highly decorated with the Silver, Bronze Star and Croix de Guere and Purple Heart with two oak leaf clusters.
How did he know that?? Was he at Remagen?? That is a doubtful claim.
''The first time my feet have been warm in 3 days''. Absolute Warrior, standing on a burning tank. Unwavering force of humanity in the ultimate reality. This heart cannot be quenched. CLONE HIM!
Sir..That was a fabulous description of events! The use of modern technology with placement of soldiers and equipment is awesome..I couldn't hit the like and subscribe buttons fast enough..well done sir!
Thanks very much indeed - more to come soon :)
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Audie Murphy was just as tough as the characters he played in movies! Thats Outstanding, RIP
A remarkable story of a remarkable man that your skilled story telling brought respectfully back to life. Amazing! Few men are as devotedly selfless and unequivocally brave as Audie Murphy. The world could use more men like this.
His story is the most amazing in history. And his story was unbelievable. So glad to have the facts.poor guy had ptsd. And when the I heard of his death in the plane crash. Was crushing and he was so young when he did all this. Never has there been a man like him. And loved watching all his movies. RIP soldier Murphy. Thank you for sharing this.❤️💯👍👊
The word Hero is often overused these days but this American WAS a TRUE HERO , as a brit his service beggars belief of courage above and beyond duty
The most decorated soldier in U.S. history. A legend.
Robert l Howard has more citations
@@jerrysmooth24 Murphey was the most decorated soldier of WW2
@@sergeantmasson3669 in the ETO and Robert L Howard is the most decorated officer of Vietnam
@@jerrysmooth24 I stated WW2, PUTZ.
@@sergeantmasson3669 Hes overrated as a general but Macarthur has more almost if not more citations than Murphy except in the Pacific theater.
A wonderful and amazing man, a real hero. To the greatest generation, he will never be forgotten. I wish his story was required reading in schools today.
My mother saw a photo of him in her text book at school.
I read his memoir "To Hell and Back" which belonged to our brigade commander COL Freddie Adams, swiped (then returned) it from his office conference table in 2020. What an incredible individual he was. An inspiration to those who are told they're "not enough" for their dreams.