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Michael Patrick Murphy (May 7, 1976 – June 28, 2005) was a United States Navy SEAL officer who was awarded the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the War in Afghanistan. He was the first member of the United States Navy to receive the award since the Vietnam War. [1]
071001-N-0000X-001 Navy file photo of SEAL Lt. Michael P. Murphy, from Patchogue, N.Y. Murphy was killed by enemy forces during a reconnaissance mission, Operation Red Wing, June 28, 2005,...
Jun 29, 2020 · Learn how Murphy displayed "selfless leadership, courageous actions, and extraordinary devotion to duty" during a deadly firefight with Taliban forces in Afghanistan in 2005. His actions led to the rescue of his teammate Luttrell and the recovery of the remains of his fallen comrades.
Jun 27, 2022 · Navy Lt. Michael P. Murphy was an avid defender of others — a trait that likely led him to join the Navy and become one of the service's elite SEALs. In Afghanistan, he gave his...
Lieutenant Murphy led a special reconnaissance mission to locate a high-level anti-coalition militia leader in 2005. He was mortally wounded while calling for help for his wounded teammates, demonstrating extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty.
Oct 22, 2007 · Two years after being killed in battle, Lt. Michael P. Murphy will become the first recipient of the nation’s highest military award for service in Afghanistan.
Learn about the life and legacy of Lt. Michael Murphy, the first Navy recipient of the Medal of Honor since Vietnam. Discover how his heroism and sacrifice during Operation Red Wings inspired films, books, and locations named in his honor.
