Allied Heroes In Combat

During World War II many war heroes made sacrifices that changed the course of the war. Audie Murphy, the soldiers of the 99th pursuit squadron, the 100th battalion, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and General Douglas MacArthur all were war heroes who led allies to victory.

One individual, Audie Murphy, was the most decorated soldier in WWII. He single handedly killed 50 Axis troops on a burning tank destroyer. He then led his troops to regain previously lost territory even though he was injured.

The pilots of the all black 99th Pursuit Squadron, the Tuskegee Arimen made strategic strikes against the German forces throughout Italy. Their outstanding aerial skills made win two Distinguished Unit Citations, which were the highest commendations at the time. The most distinguished ground unit was the 100th battalion which became known as Purple Heart battalion. They became the most decorated unit in history and consisted of 1300 Hawaiian Nisei.

General Dwight D. "IKE" Eisenhower who had a keen mind for military tatics and worked well with people. He constructed operation overlord, and later became president of the United States because of his achievements. General Douglas MacArthur led the war in the Pacific and commanded Allied forces throughout the islands.

All of these men were war heroes despite their different positions in the war. Without them the allies would have not been able to succeed.

Deukkwon and Bryce