David A. Smith
The Price of Valor: The Life of Audie Murphy, America's Most Decorated Hero of World War II (World War II Collection)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781621575849
- author:
- David A. Smith
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Regnery Publishing Inc Reprint edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 15 x 2 x 22.6 cm
- Genre:
- History, World History, World War II 1939-1945, David A. Smith,The Price of Valor: The Life of Audie Murphy, America's Most Decorated Hero of World War II (World War II Collection),Regnery Publishing Inc,1621575845,Biography: Historical, Political &
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Audie Murphy, the most decorated hero of World War II, left an indelible mark on history. This comprehensive biography, the first to cover his entire life, sheds light on the complexities of his remarkable story. From his decision to falsify his birth records to enlist in the Army at just 17, to his heroic actions on the battlefield, including the iconic moment immortalized in the film To Hell and Back, Murphy's life is a testament to his unwavering courage and determination. This book delves into the personal struggles he faced, including severe PTSD, and the tragic circumstances of his death at 45. A detailed and engaging account of one of the most fascinating figures of World War II, this biography is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of the war and the men who fought in it.
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