Lt. Michael P. Murphy
Medal: Medal of Honor





When you have a few minutes go here and read from the Starts and Stripes 2008 special edition about the efforts of some true American heroes.

You won't regret it... promise.

stars and stripes heroes

Here is just one example... among many in the 2008 edition.

Lt. Michael P. Murphy
Medal: Medal of Honor

...Michael Murphy was shot in the back as he called for backup, but the helicopter carrying the Quick Reaction Force was shot down on the way to the scene.

The SEALS continued to fight, but only one SEAL survived the battle — Petty Officer 2nd Class Marcus Luttrell, who was rescued later.

"By his undaunted courage, intrepid fighting spirit and inspirational devotion to his men in the face of certain death, Lt. Murphy was able to relay the position of his unit, an act that ultimately led to the rescue of Luttrell and the recovery of the remains of the three who were killed in the battle," the Navy announced in October....