A Memorable Getaway
If you are planning to visit Brush Mountain near Roanoke, Virginia to see the
memorial where Audie Murphy died, you may be interested in finding a beautiful
and affordable place to stay. The Stonewall is a lovely bed and breakfast
owned and operated by Ray Batiato and Mary Virginia Haskins. Its right smack on the Blue Ridge
Parkway and offers many things to do and see.
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American Cotton Museum
Located in Greenville, Texas this museum is the permanent home for many of the
Audie Murphy artifacts collected in Hunt Count, Texas. The museum will soon
open it's Audie Murphy exhibit sometime in April of 1998 and will also be the
the location of the Audie Murphy Day Celebration activities on May 23, 1998
which includes an Audie Murphy Stamp Cancellation ceremony!
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America's Promise
America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth is a national organization led by General Colin Powell,
dedicated to mobilizing the nation to ensure our children and youth have access to the fundamental
resources they need to become successful adults. America's Promise serves as a nationwide catalyst,
urging public, private and non-profit organizations to focus their combined talents and resources to
improve the lives of our nation's youth.
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American Veterans Traveling Tribute
This site is about the traveling memorial which honors American veterans. It is very interesting
and stirs interest and memories in those who fought for America and freedom. Learn more about
the memorial by visiting this site.
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A&E Network
Go here to order the superb 1996
BIOGRAPHYTM show on Audie Murphy.
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Arlington National Cemetery
Learn about the history and those who chose Arlington National Cemetery as
their final resting place. This website is sponsored privately by Mr. Michael Patterson.
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Arlington National Cemetery
The official Department of Defense website for Arlington National Cemetery.
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Audie Murphy Rose
Did you know that Audie Murphy had a rose named after him? If you would
like more information about this rose, select this link, and do a name
search on "Audie Murphy.
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Audie Murphy Veterans Memorial Hospital
This is one of the most reknown of all Veteran's Hospitals, and has a exhibit
inside the hospital dedicated to Audie Murphy.
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AUSA
The Association of the United States Army provides a strong and active voice
to congress concerning soldier and Army issues.
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Bibliography On Audie Murphy
A detailed listing of resources and publications concerning Audie Murphy.
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Bomber Groups
A very nice site on some of the heavy bomber groups of World War II. It includes
information on B-17, B-24, and B-29 groups. This site is definitely worth visiting.
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Congressional Contacts
Do you need to write your Congressional Representative? This site include a
full listing of their mailing addresses, email, websites, and phone numbers.
Sponsored by Juan Cabanela.
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Dad's War
Read the true stories of a World War II veteran, Walter G. Johnston,
who served in Europe during 1944 - 45. These stories were untold until his
son Wesley recently published them at this site. This web site is
unforgetable.
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Disabled American Veterans
The official web site for the national headquarters of the Disabled American
Veterans (DAV) group. This site provides excellent information numerous links to
other DAV sites and sites of historical interest.
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The Dropzone Virtual Museum
This site honors the elite airborne soldiers of World War II. You'll find
some of their stories, history, and photographs here. This place reads like
a novel. A must for students.
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eBay
A recently check eBay.com uncovered 21 Audie Murphy items up for auction.
At this moment, there may be more, less, or no items for auction. Through eBay.com you can
set your own price and bid against others to buy Audie Murphy stuff or even sell your own stuff. To check the
current Audie Murphy inventory, go to eBay.com and search on "Audie Murphy".
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Farmersville, Texas
Located very close to Audie's birthplace, Audie spent a lot of time as a
youth living in Farmersville. Visit this site to see the Farmersville home page.
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Filmography of Audie Murphy
The most informative, extensive, and factual listing on Audie movies
available. Everything you want to know, from co-stars to directors to plot
summaries can be accessed through this link. Sponsored by the Internet
Movie Database.
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Freemasons
Did you know that Audie was an active and a beloved member of the Masons?
This is the starting point for all Freemasons, e-m@sons and non-masons.
Sponsored by e-m@son.
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Greenville Herald Banner
The home town newspaper (Greenville, Texas) of the county Audie Murphy was
born in. An excellent source for information on local events commemorating
Audie. Email the staff writers at this site for help researching local
information on Audie.
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Greenville, Texas Chamber of Commerce
Provides information on the history, location, things to see and do,
and lifestyle of Audie Murphy's home county and county seat. Another excellent
source of information on upcoming Audie Murphy events (such as the June 2 Audie
Murphy Day celebration). All Audie fans interested in where Audie originated from
should visit this page!
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Greenville, Texas HomePage
Another excellent source of information on Audie Murphy.
The site of the Audie Murphy museum and other places to visit.
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Greg Caron's Stamps
One of the only stamp dealers on the Internet that is offering the foreign
commemorative stamp sheets published by the countries of Guyana, Nevis, and
Sierra Leone.
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Hell On Whells, 2d Armored Division
The official home page for the "Hell On Whells", 2d Armored Division. I added this
link just because I like their page and I personally used to be a former
member of this historic division.
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Life Magazine Covers
Visit Life Magazine's search engine for cover photos. Really neat. Enter
July 16, 1945 and see the Audie Murphy Cover.
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Medal Of Honor Citations
Sponsored by the US Department of Defense. Read every single Medal Of
Honor Citation (3247 to be exact). This is breathtaking heroism no modern
day author could duplicate.
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NARA Arcival Information Locator (NAIL)
NAIL is a searchable database that contains information about a wide variety
of NARA's holdings across the country. You can use NAIL to search descriptions
for key words or topics, and then retrieve digital copies of selected textual
documents, photographs, maps, and sound recordings. Do a SEARCH NAIL and then
do a NAIL DIGITAL COPIES SEARCH. When you do, enter AUDIE MURPHY for the
key words and look at what pops up. A great resource tool.
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National Cowboy Hall of Fame
This web site honors famous cowboys including Audie Murphy. Recently
inducted in 1996, Audie is now a member of this elite group of Americans!
This place is well worth a visit.
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National WWII Memorial
Long overdue, the World War II Memorial will be the first national memorial dedicated to all who served in the armed forces and Merchant
Marine of the United States during World War II and acknowledging the commitment and achievement of the entire nation.
All military veterans of the war, the citizens on the home front, the nation at large, and the high moral purpose and idealism that
motivated the nation's call to arms will be honored. Visit this site and learn about the concept, design, and take the opportunity to
show your support.
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Nudies Rodeo Tailors
Dedicated to the man who set rhinestones in fashion history. Nudie was a
very close friend to Audie Murphy and had a remarkable reputation of rhinestone
tailoring throughout the entertainment industry. Nudie's store was a
frequent hangout for Hollywood western celebreties.
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PBR Force Veterans Association, Inc.
Enjoy the history of the River Patrol Force during the years 1966 through 1971. The River Patrol Force's Vietnam experience
was uncommon, the circumstances unusual, the tactics and the procedures beyond the traditional. The Association supports
historical accuracy and considers the truth as most important and its basic aim is to establish and maintain contact with former
Brown Water Sailors.
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Retired Military Advocate
Visit this web page to help petition and promote the restoration of (1) the
Armed Forces of the United States, (2) the military medical promise made to
our military retirees, and (3) the dignity of all retired military veterans.
Sponsored by MSGT Floyd H. Sears, USAF (RET).
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SAMC Tradoc Regulation 600-14
This is the US Army's Training and Doctrine Regulation concerning the
Sergeant Audie Murphy Club. For those interested in this prestigious club,
this resource provides a lot of interesting information on the Club and also
on Audie Murphy.
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Society of the Third Infantry Division, United States Army
The Society provides opportunities and facilities uniting past, present and
future members of the Third Infantry Division, U. S. Army, in a national
program dedicated to the preservation and maintenance of the Third Infantry
Division's traditions and history. If you are interested in joining this
society, this is the link for you!
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Stars and Stripes
Visit the official web site of the Stars and
Stripes Newspaper. The military service member's official newspaper.
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Third Infantry Division In World War II
Unofficial history of the 3rd Infantry Division as seen through the eyes, notes, and
photos of Staff Sergeant William Heller (1910-1972), 3rd Signal Company, 3rd ID between
the years of 1943-45. This web site provides some fascinating insight on life
in Europe for the Dog-Faced soldier and is very graphic in its content and
sometimes its subject. Two thumbs up! Sponsored by his son, Rick.
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Trenches On The Web
An Internet history of World War I. This site offers "information on the
people, places, and events that comprised one of the worst calamities of modern
history."
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TV Reruns on Audie Movies
If you are in the mood for an Audie movie on TV, check this schedule out.
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US Air Force
The official Air Force home page. Click this link to fly into the wild
blue yonder.
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US Army
The official Army home page for grunts, active duty soldiers, reservists,
retirees, and anyone just interested. There is no finer military web page
than this one.
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US Coast Guard
The official Coast Guard home page. All
you ever wanted to know about the Coast Guard, past and present.
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US Marine Corps
The official home page for the marine corps! Well done. You can even
hear the marine corps hymn!
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US Navy
The official Navy home page. A promotion board requirement for any sailor.
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War Times Journal
An on-line magazine which covers all periods of military history. This site currently
features on-line versions of Captain Eddie Rickenbacker's Fighting The Flying Circus, the
personal account of WWI air combat in Europe by America's leading ace, and Manfred von
Richthofen's The Red Fighter Pilot, the only book written by the Red Baron before his
death in 1918.
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