Michael P. Murphy

Quick Facts

Full Name	Michael P. Murphy
Occupation	War Hero
Date Of Birth	May 7, 1976(1976-05-07)
Age	48
Date Of Death	2005-06-28
Birthplace	Smithtown
Country	United States
Birth City	New York
Horoscope	Taurus

Michael P. Murphy Biography

Michael P. Murphy is one of the most popular and richest War Hero who was born on May 7, 1976 in Smithtown, New York, United States. Navy SEAL who fought for Afghanistan in Operation Red Wings. He was awarded the Medal of Honor.

He died during Operation Red Wings. He died during Operation Red Wings. Marcus Luttrel was the only survivor of the operation., the only survivor, was killed during Operation Red Wings.

Murphy was born on May 7, 1976 in Smithtown, New York to Irish American parents Maureen and Daniel Murphy, a former assistant Suffolk County district attorney and a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was raised in Patchogue, New York. The name Murphy means “sea warrior” in Irish. He attended Saxton Middle School, where he played youth soccer and pee-wee football, with his father serving as his coach. In high school, he continued playing sports, and took a summer job as a lifeguard at the Brookhaven town beach in Lake Ronkonkoma, New York. He returned to the job every summer throughout his college years.

Michael Patrick “Murph” 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 U.S. Navy to receive the award since the Vietnam War. His other posthumous awards include the Silver Star Medal (which was later upgraded to the Medal of Honor) and the Purple Heart.

He was the son of an Irish-American family from Smithtown, New York.

Michael P. Murphy Net Worth

Michael P. Murphy is one of the richest War Hero from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Michael P. Murphy 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was part of a SEAL reconnaissance team consisting of four men to capture an Afghan warlord. However, his men were captured.

A U.S. warship was named after him, as well as a post office. Penn State University, his alma mater dedicated a plaza in his honor.

Murphy was the Commander of a four-man reconnaissance team, they were on a mission to kill or capture a top Taliban leader, Ahmad Shah (code name Ben Sharmak), who commanded a group of insurgents known as the “Mountain Tigers,” west of Asadabad. The team was dropped off by helicopter in a remote, mountainous area east of Asadabad in Kunar Province, near the Pakistan border. After an initially successful infiltration, local goat herders stumbled upon the SEALs’ hiding place. Unable to verify any hostile intent from the herders, the team cut them loose. Hostile locals, possibly the goat herders they let pass, alerted nearby Taliban forces, who surrounded and attacked the small group. After Murphy called for help, an MH-47 Chinook helicopter loaded with reinforcements was dispatched to rescue the team, but was shot down with an RPG, killing all 16 personnel aboard; eight SEALs and eight service members from the 160th SOAR.

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For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and above and beyond the call of duty as the leader of a special reconnaissance element with Naval Special Warfare task unit Afghanistan on 27 and 28 June 2005.
While leading a mission to locate a high-level anti-coalition militia leader, Lieutenant Murphy demonstrated extraordinary heroism in the face of grave danger in the vicinity of Asadabad, Kunar Province, Afghanistan. On 28 June 2005, operating in an extremely rugged enemy-controlled area, Lieutenant Murphy’s team was discovered by anti-coalition militia sympathizers, who revealed their position to Taliban fighters. As a result, between 30 and 40 enemy fighters besieged his four member team. Demonstrating exceptional resolve, Lieutenant Murphy valiantly led his men in engaging the large enemy force. The ensuing fierce firefight resulted in numerous enemy casualties, as well as the wounding of all four members of the team. Ignoring his own wounds and demonstrating exceptional composure, Lieutenant Murphy continued to lead and encourage his men. When the primary communicator fell mortally wounded, Lieutenant Murphy repeatedly attempted to call for assistance for his beleaguered teammates. Realizing the impossibility of communicating in the extreme terrain, and in the face of almost certain death, he fought his way into open terrain to gain a better position to transmit a call. This deliberate, heroic act deprived him of cover, exposing him to direct enemy fire. Finally achieving contact with his headquarters, Lieutenant Murphy maintained his exposed position while he provided his location and requested immediate support for his team. In his final act of bravery, he continued to engage the enemy until he was mortally wounded, gallantly giving his life for his country and for the cause of freedom. By his selfless leadership, Lieutenant Murphy reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

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Michael Ranked on the list of most popular War Hero. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Michael P. Murphy celebrates birthday on May 7 of every year.

Murphy was killed on 28 June 2005 after he left his cover position and went to a clearing away from the mountains, exposing himself to a hail of gunfire in order to get a clear signal to contact headquarters for relaying the dire situation and requesting immediate support for his team. He dropped the satellite phone after being shot multiple times but picked the phone back up and finished the call. While being shot, he signed off saying- “Thank You”, then continued fighting from his exposed position until he died from his wounds.

What happened to Michael Murphy?

After participating in several War on Terrorism missions, he was killed on June 28, 2005 , after his team was compromised and surrounded by Taliban forces near Asadabad, Afghanistan. The U.S. Navy ship USS Michael Murphy, and several civilian and military buildings have been named in his honor.

Why is Michael Murphy a hero?

Murphy was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his “ selfless leadership, courageous actions, and extraordinary devotion to duty ” that he displayed during the gunfight.

What injuries did Mike Murphy have?

Murphy had been shot in the abdomen ; Dietz had had his thumb shot off. The fire from the insurgents increased and the team leaped to another rocky ledge 30 feet below. Dietz was shot two more times and died. The SEALs were forced to leave him behind.

Where is LT Michael Murphy buried?

July 13, 2005

Who is the most highly decorated Navy SEAL?

Who is the most decorated Navy SEAL of all time? Michael E. Thornton , who earned the Medal of Honor, Silver Star, 3 Bronze Stars, and 2 Purple Hearts, is widely regarded as being the most decorated SEAL of all time.