Audie Murphy, America's Most Decorated Soldier during World War II. 
He earned the Congressional Medal of Honor and 32 other decorations and awards. He was a best-selling author, poet, movie star, and songwriter.

Presidential Medal of Freedom for Audie Leon Murphy

Target:
The Honorable President of the United States, Barack Hussein Obama
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Mr. President:
Audie Leon Murphy is an American Legend, an iconic figure in American history, and a hero for all times. Audie Murphy came from humble roots and with little formal education to become our Nation's Most Decorated Soldier during World War Two, amassing 33 awards, decorations, and citations, many of which were awarded multiple times. He was further honored by the Governments of France and Belgium as well.
Audie Murphy enlisted in the Army at the age of 17 after having been turned down by the Navy, Marines, and Army Air Corps. He spent 30 months in combat in World War Two and earned the Congressional Medal of Honor for his single-handed defeat of over 250 enemy soldiers and six King Tiger tanks. For over one hour he remained alone atop a burning tank destroyer calling artillery adjustments and manning a .50 caliber machine gun. He was personally responsible for protecting his sector and certainly saving his unit from destruction.
During the course of the war Audie Murphy rose from the enlisted rank of Private to the rank of First Lieutenant. He continued his military career postwar as a member of the Texas National Guard and Army Reserve and retired with the rank of Major.
After the war, Audie Murphy became a best-selling author with his memoirs, "To Hell and Back," and became a motion picture actor.
He starred in or produced 44 feature films and was also a poet and a successful songwriter. He assisted the U.S. Army in the production of a documentary in the early 1960's titled "Broken Bridge" that highlighted the dangers of the nuclear age and the Soviet missile threat.
Above all Audie Murphy was the perfect example of an American patriot. He narrated several Public Service Announcements for the U.S. Army Recruiting Command, as well as having been one the first to speak openly about the effects of post-traumatic-stress-disorder (PTSD) with which he suffered his entire adult life.
Audie Murphy has previously been awarded many honors. He has been cited in the "Congressional Record" on numerous occasions. He has had schools named after him, monuments, roads, a VA Hospital, numerous buildings on military bases, and the Army today has the "Sergeant Audie Murphy Club" to honor its distinguished soldiers. Audie Murphy has further received a "Star" on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and was awarded the U.S. Army Outstanding Civilian Service Medal. In addition he has been honored by Postage Stamps by the Governments of Guyana, Nevis, and Sierra Leone. Finally in 2000 he was honored with a commemorative .33 postage stamp as part of the Distinguished Soldiers Series. Perhaps his greatest honor is having been laid to rest after his untimely death in a plane crash at age 46 at Arlington National Cemetary. His wife Pamela and sons Terry and James Shannon survive him, as does his sister Nadine.
His amazing achievements in life, his patriotism and his dedication to the protection of America and America's freedom exemplify the finest qualities and virtues of American citizenship and are worthy of the award of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the Presidential Medal of Freedom be posthumously bestowed upon Audie Leon Murphy.
Mr. President:
Audie Leon Murphy is an American Legend, an iconic figure in American history, and a hero for all times. Audie Murphy came from humble roots and with little formal education to become our Nation's Most Decorated Soldier during World War Two, amassing 33 awards, decorations, and citations, many of which were awarded multiple times. He was further honored by the Governments of France and Belgium as well.
Audie Murphy enlisted in the Army at the age of 17 after having been turned down by the Navy, Marines, and Army Air Corps. He spent 30 months in combat in World War Two and earned the Congressional Medal of Honor for his single-handed defeat of over 250 enemy soldiers and six King Tiger tanks. For over one hour he remained alone atop a burning tank destroyer calling artillery adjustments and manning a .50 caliber machine gun. He was personally responsible for protecting his sector and certainly saving his unit from destruction.
During the course of the war Audie Murphy rose from the enlisted rank of Private to the rank of First Lieutenant. He continued his military career postwar as a member of the Texas National Guard and Army Reserve and retired with the rank of Major.
After the war, Audie Murphy became a best-selling author with his memoirs, "To Hell and Back," and became a motion picture actor.
He starred in or produced 44 feature films and was also a poet and a successful songwriter. He assisted the U.S. Army in the production of a documentary in the early 1960's titled "Broken Bridge" that highlighted the dangers of the nuclear age and the Soviet missile threat.
Above all Audie Murphy was the perfect example of an American patriot. He narrated several Public Service Announcements for the U.S. Army Recruiting Command, as well as having been one the first to speak openly about the effects of post-traumatic-stress-disorder (PTSD) with which he suffered his entire adult life.
Audie Murphy has previously been awarded many honors. He has been cited in the "Congressional Record" on numerous occasions. He has had schools named after him, monuments, roads, a VA Hospital, numerous buildings on military bases, and the Army today has the "Sergeant Audie Murphy Club" to honor its distinguished soldiers. Audie Murphy has further received a "Star" on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and was awarded the U.S. Army Outstanding Civilian Service Medal. In addition he has been honored by Postage Stamps by the Governments of Guyana, Nevis, and Sierra Leone. Finally in 2000 he was honored with a commemorative .33 postage stamp as part of the Distinguished Soldiers Series. Perhaps his greatest honor is having been laid to rest after his untimely death in a plane crash at age 46 at Arlington National Cemetary. His wife Pamela and sons Terry and James Shannon survive him, as does his sister Nadine.
His amazing achievements in life, his patriotism and his dedication to the protection of America and America's freedom exemplify the finest qualities and virtues of American citizenship and are worthy of the award of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
We, the undersigned, respectfully request that the Presidential Medal of Freedom be posthumously bestowed upon Audie Leon Murphy.
Mr. President:
We the undersigned, respectfully request that Audie Leon Murphy be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his relentless patriotism and dedication to the principals which have safeguarded our Nations freedom and our way of life.
Audie Murphy is a name synonymous with freedom. He gained his reputation on the battlefields of Europe during World War Two and throughout his life exemplified those qualities that have made America the greatest country in the world.
It is therefore requested that Audie Leon Murphy be awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Thank-you for your time, patience, understanding, and consideration with respect to this request.

Respectfully,
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We signed the "Presidential Medal of Freedom for Audie Leon Murphy" petition!
# 1,717:
12:56 am PST, Feb 10, Mark Cathcart, Australia
A TRUE HERO
# 1,716:
6:42 pm PST, Feb 9, Name not displayed, Minnesota
What an amazing man!
# 1,715:
1:36 pm PST, Feb 9, SFC Randy Stamm, Texas
Audie Murphy is the biggest legend in my lifetime and think that he and his sister Nadine Murphy should be the person to recieve this prestigeous award. Being in Sergeant Audie Murphy since its inception in 1996 this is the biggest HONOR to me as a Sergeant in the United States Army until retirement in 1995. Sincerely, Randy L. Stamm SFC, USA (ret) Author "A Soldier's Dying Heart" http://www.authorhouse.com
# 1,714:
7:23 pm PST, Feb 8, Ira G Zaverdinos, Maryland
# 1,713:
12:42 pm PST, Feb 5, Patrick Womack, Louisiana
# 1,712:
11:50 am PST, Feb 4, Audie Armorer, Canada
as my Namesake i have educated myself on this unique American who merit the medal, due to his self-less bravery, public service & spokesperson for veterans.
# 1,711:
9:10 am PST, Feb 1, Harry Bolton, California
I see Audie as the torch holder for all the young men in our service then and now.
# 1,710:
12:21 pm PST, Jan 31, MARK BROWNE, Minnesota
# 1,709:
8:58 am PST, Jan 31, Jane Godlove, Florida
# 1,708:
6:01 pm PST, Jan 30, Adam Sahlberg, California
Audie is a true American hero, worthy to join the ranks of the 33 other Veterans (such as Ret. Gen. Tommy Franks and Ret. GoA. Omar Bradley) who have also received this award.
# 1,707:
12:32 pm PST, Jan 30, Jack Coffey, North Carolina
great american patriot
# 1,706:
11:21 am PST, Jan 30, John Marshall, Iowa
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6:14 pm PST, Jan 29, Donna Coffey, North Carolina
# 1,704:
10:00 am PST, Jan 29, Michael Murphy, California
# 1,703:
9:36 am PST, Jan 29, Becky Craddick, California
# 1,702:
8:11 pm PST, Jan 28, Charles Williams, Wisconsin
If there were more Men Like Audie today the worlds would be better. If we brought his service record out to the publics eye maybe we could bring it to the attention of our children more of what Honour , selfless service means. In a sense if we brought his deeds to the attention of the public we could show our children more of what it means to be a man.
# 1,701:
1:18 pm PST, Jan 28, John King, Pennsylvania
# 1,700:
10:27 am PST, Jan 28, Dan Keeton, Texas
Audie Murphy is an American household word he is the symbol of American military he is the face of thousands of American youths that served during World War 2. Of course he should be awarded the medal of freedom.
# 1,699:
4:03 am PST, Jan 28, John Fuller, Canada
# 1,698:
11:54 pm PST, Jan 27, Rachel Feuerbach, Arizona
I was a teenager when I first learned about Audie Murphy's heroism in World War II. I have always been amazed by the things he was able to accomplish at such a young age, and he is one of the reasons I joined the U.S. Air Force - to do my part to serve my country and follow in the footsteps of great patriots like Audie Murphy. He deserves the Presidential Medal of Freedom!
# 1,697:
6:17 pm PST, Jan 27, Joseph Bowman, California
Mr. President, Who is more deserving than this great American who sacrificed so much for the freedom we enjoy today? I emplore you to act favorably to this petition and award Audie Murphy the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Thank you!
# 1,696:
5:56 pm PST, Jan 27, William Stringfield, Virginia
Another Honor that is well deserved for someone that served his country so well.
# 1,695:
12:21 pm PST, Jan 27, Sara Mallett, United Kingdom
well deserved x
# 1,694:
8:22 am PST, Jan 27, Patrick Joseph Murphy, United Kingdom
O Murchu Abu ! Murphy Forever !
# 1,693:
6:38 am PST, Jan 27, Christine Tobin, Massachusetts
It would be my honor to sign this petition.
# 1,692:
6:06 am PST, Jan 27, Keith Jordan, Michigan
# 1,691:
4:39 am PST, Jan 27, Susan Csejka, Texas
# 1,690:
3:58 am PST, Jan 27, Jamie Surber, Tennessee
# 1,689:
6:09 pm PST, Jan 26, Nicholas james Murphy, Australia
audie rocks, brings great honor to the murphy name
# 1,688:
10:46 am PST, Jan 26, Linda McCray, North Carolina
# 1,687:
7:11 am PST, Jan 26, Jeffrey Barnes, Missouri
# 1,686:
6:34 am PST, Jan 26, Alan Briley, RN, Virginia
# 1,685:
1:18 am PST, Jan 26, CARL GUAY, Canada
# 1,684:
12:53 am PST, Jan 26, Marjorie Kellen, California
I feel most strongly that Audie Murphy deserves this honor in memory of his love of country, courage, duty and concern for his fellow soldier. Mr. Murphy's service to our country displayed his love of freedom and liberty.
# 1,683:
12:13 am PST, Jan 26, Kayla Groves, Wisconsin
# 1,682:
10:28 pm PST, Jan 25, TERRY H. WILLIAMS, Idaho
IF THERE WAS ANYONE THAT SHOULD GET THE PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM,IT SHOULD BE AUDIE L. MURPHY. BECAUSE IT WAS MEN LIKE THIS "THAT MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR THE REST OF US TO BE FREE"
# 1,681:
3:52 pm PST, Jan 25, Anna Burns, Georgia
# 1,680:
5:21 am PST, Jan 25, Kylie Murphy, Australia
# 1,679:
4:21 am PST, Jan 25, Loyd Sneed, Texas
It is an obligation and an honor for me to sign this petition for a true American hero. Not just because of Mr. Murphy's military glory but because of his contributions and accomplishments in his civilian life. Mr. Murphy deserves every possible recognition our country can bestow on him.
# 1,678:
11:00 pm PST, Jan 24, John Hogan, Alabama
# 1,677:
10:20 pm PST, Jan 24, Jeremy Killian, Virginia
As a family member of his and one that has joined the Army, I believe that he should be awarded this medal. Sure he has passed, but he has lived on through numerous accounts of his life story.
# 1,676:
7:00 pm PST, Jan 24, Rita Youngblood, Texas
# 1,675:
5:09 pm PST, Jan 24, Steven Brown, Ohio
# 1,674:
3:53 pm PST, Jan 24, Patricia Sneed, Texas
This man was a great hero. I grew up with his movies and stories. When I think of America I think of Audie Murphy. He should have this medal for all that he did for America during the War and for all the veterans afterward.
# 1,673:
2:09 pm PST, Jan 24, Stephen Carter, North Carolina
# 1,672:
11:58 am PST, Jan 24, Pat Wilson, Oregon
# 1,671:
7:07 am PST, Jan 24, John Faro, New York
# 1,670:
7:03 am PST, Jan 24, Dennis Noble, United Kingdom
This man almost more than any other deserves this award
# 1,669:
3:16 am PST, Jan 24, RYAN HILL, Trinidad And Tobago
An american who is surely admired the world over
# 1,668:
11:58 pm PST, Jan 23, Jon Heath, Ohio
# 1,667:
9:30 pm PST, Jan 23, Bonnie Albin, Arizona
I was a Audie Murphy fan club member when I was only 9years old. He was a really sweet guy and I met him once. He deserves this honor. Bonnie Marie Walser Albin
# 1,666:
8:39 pm PST, Jan 23, Cheryl King, Texas
I think Audie Murphy deserves to be honored in every way we can. He is the only American that I can think of that I would be in awe of and would have considered it the greatest of honors to meet.
# 1,665:
8:14 pm PST, Jan 23, Jesse Weishar, Oregon
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7:49 pm PST, Jan 23, Linda Robinson, Texas
# 1,663:
7:15 pm PST, Jan 23, James Wilson, Oregon
# 1,662:
7:05 pm PST, Jan 23, Richard Johns, Australia
I'm unsure of the protocol for awarding this medal but if a man like Audie does not qualify then no one would.
# 1,661:
7:05 pm PST, Jan 23, Elaine Wilson, Oregon
# 1,660:
7:02 pm PST, Jan 23, Brett Wilson, Oregon
A well deserving American Hero. We could never give him enough to honor what he has done for us all. God bless him!
# 1,659:
6:12 pm PST, Jan 23, Name not displayed, Alabama
# 1,658:
4:53 pm PST, Jan 23, Name not displayed, Texas
Mr. President, Audie Murphy is one of our nation's most courageous heroes and I would like to encourage you to please bestow this honor on him. If anyone ever deserved it, he does. Thank you for your considering this matter. Debbie Kadane
# 1,657:
4:43 pm PST, Jan 23, Marat Bandemer, Jr., Texas
I'm old enough to remember Audie Murphy as a soldier in WW2. I was just a boy of 12 when the war ended, but his exploits became etched upon my memory. To this day I am saddened that our government has ignored this great American hero and paid homage to much lesser men.I must wonder why he has not been honored with a postage stamp, or a memorial in Washington DC. I am a published writer of essays in verse, and in my last book I included a work entitled "A FORGOTTEN HERO REMEMBERED!". dedicated to Audie Murphy!
# 1,656:
3:34 pm PST, Jan 23, James W. Breadmore,Sr, Massachusetts
# 1,655:
2:38 pm PST, Jan 23, Samuel Michlovsky, Pennsylvania
# 1,654:
2:18 pm PST, Jan 23, Phyllis Litman, Georgia
# 1,653:
2:14 pm PST, Jan 23, Linda Jackson, Iowa
This man deserves this honor for all he did for our country he is a true hero.
# 1,652:
1:59 pm PST, Jan 23, Ginny Meerman, Maryland
# 1,651:
12:34 pm PST, Jan 23, John Sanders, Georgia
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