Audie Murphy was an American soldier, actor, songwriter, and rancher. He is often remembered for his courage and selflessness during ‘World War II.’ One of the most decorated US soldiers of the ‘Second World War,’ he was honored with every military combat award for valor from the U.S. Army. He also received the ‘Medal of Honor’ for holding off several German soldiers for an hour and later leading a counterattack while wounded. He endured a tough childhood. After losing his parents, he found solace in the armed services which gave him an opportunity to serve his country. A young Murphy showed courage after he was selected for the U.S. Armed Forces. Though very young, he was fearless and proved his mettle by vanquishing German soldiers and escaping death nearly three times during the war. Throughout his career, he earned numerous awards and medals. After retiring from the army, he chose films as a medium to share his experiences. He appeared in the autobiographical film ‘To Hell and Back.’ He suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and died in a plane crash. Before his death, he showed immense courage and patriotism, inspiring many of his countrymen.