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Matthew Gene "Axe" Axelson (June 25, 1976 – June 28, 2005) was an enlisted United States Navy SEAL who was awarded the U.S. Navy's second highest decoration, the Navy Cross and the Purple Heart, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan.
Jan 6, 2014 · As the roar of the helicopter faded to silence, Luttrell and three other Navy SEALs—Lieutenant Michael Murphy and Petty Officers Danny Dietz and Matt Axelson—found themselves alone in the pitch...
Jun 28, 2005 · Matt Axelson deployed to Afghanistan in April 2005 and was part of a four-man SEAL reconnaissance team that secretly infiltrated into the Hindu-Kush mountains along the border with Afghanistan on June 27th.
Sep 27, 2023 · Honors and Awards Posthumously Bestowed on Matthew Axelson. Matthew Axelson, a courageous Navy SEAL Team 10 member, made an indelible mark in military history with his valiant service. His bravery during Operation Red Wings didn't go unnoticed. He was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross, one of the highest honors bestowed by the U.S. Navy.
Navy SEAL Matthew Axelson was just 29 when he was killed in Afghanistan in the aftermath of the harrowing mountaintop battle captured in Lone Survivor. In telling the story of that extraordinary fight, Luttrell made legendary a cadre of brave warriors, including one special hero: Matthew Axelson.
A champion of freedom, Petty Officer Axelson will be remembered for his self-sacrificing actions in the continuing Global War on Terrorism. By his undaunted courage, fortitude under fire, and...
Discover the enduring legacy of Matthew Axelson through the Matthew Axelson Foundation, where love for family, Brothers in Arms, and life itself is celebrated. Matt's profound words and actions, from his final message to his dedication after SEAL BUDs graduation, reflect his values of family, friends, country, and God.
