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Audie Leon Murphy (June 20, 1925 – May 28, 1971) was an American combat soldier, actor, songwriter, and rancher renowned as one of the most decorated U.S. military service members in history for his actions during World War II.^[1] Enlisting in the U.S. Army at age 17 after lying about his age, Murphy served over 400 days on the front lines across campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France, and Germany with the 3rd Infantry Division, earning every available U.S. Army valor award, including the Medal of Honor for single-handedly holding off a German company during the Colmar Pocket offensive in January 1945.^[1]^[2] Following his discharge in 1945, Murphy leveraged his wartime renown into a Hollywood career spanning over 40 films, predominantly Westerns, with his 1955 autobiographical portrayal in To Hell and Back—the highest-grossing film of that year—depicting his battlefield exploits and cementing his status as a cultural icon of resilience.^[1] He also composed country-western songs, wrote poetry, and continued military service in the Texas Army National Guard as a major until 1966, while advocating for veterans amid personal struggles with what is now recognized as post-traumatic stress disorder.^[1] Murphy perished in a plane crash near Roanoke, Virginia, and is interred at Arlington National Cemetery, where his grave remains among the site's most visited, symbolizing enduring valor grounded in empirical military records rather than embellished narratives.^[1]

Etymology and Origins

Linguistic Roots

The surname Murphy is an Anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic Ó Murchadha ("descendant of Murchadh") and, to a lesser extent, Mac Murchadha ("son of Murchadh"), both patronymic constructions derived from the ancient personal name Murchadh.^[3]^[4] The prefix Ó indicates descent through the male line from a distinguished ancestor, a common structure in Gaelic nomenclature reflecting tribal or sept affiliations, while Mac denotes direct filiation.^[5] The root personal name Murchadh (Old Irish Muircath) breaks down linguistically into two elements: muir (meaning "sea") and cath (meaning "battle"), yielding a compound interpretation of "sea battle" or "sea warrior."^[6]^[4] This etymological structure aligns with other Gaelic names emphasizing maritime or combative prowess, such as Muireadhach ("sea ruler"), and underscores the cultural significance of seafaring and warfare in early medieval Ireland.^[6] The name's antiquity is evidenced by its use among historical figures, including the 11th-century High King Murchad Ua Briain, noted for naval exploits.^[4] Anglicization of Ó Murchadha to Murphy occurred primarily during the 16th–17th centuries under English administrative influence, when Gaelic surnames were standardized in records for taxation and land purposes, often simplifying pronunciation and orthography while retaining core phonetic elements.^[3] This process did not alter the underlying Gaelic morphology but adapted it to English phonetics, with Murphy becoming the most prevalent rendering in angophone contexts.^[7]

Historical Clan Development

The Ó Murchadha clan emerged as a prominent sept within the Uí Ceinnselaig dynasty of Leinster, tracing its origins to the early medieval period in what is now County Wexford, Ireland. The name derives from the personal name Murchadha, meaning "sea warrior," and the sept's chiefs were styled as Lords of Uí Feilme (or Hy Reling), ruling over territories including the barony of Ballaghkeen along the northeast Wexford coast, with key seats at Morriscastle, Toberlamina, Oulart, and Oulartleigh.^[8]^[9] This branch descended from royal lines, including Murchad mac Diarmata, who ruled as King of Leinster from 1052 until his death in 1070, establishing the clan's ties to broader Leinster kingship.^[8] In the 12th century, the clan's influence peaked under Diarmait mac Murchada (Dermot MacMurrough), King of Leinster from 1126 to 1171 and grandfathered through the eponymous Murchadha line; his deposition in 1166 prompted him to seek Norman aid from Strongbow in 1169, catalyzing the Anglo-Norman invasion of Ireland in 1170 and fundamentally altering Gaelic power structures.^[10] Post-invasion, the Ó Murchadha retained local lordship in Wexford but faced gradual erosion of authority, with the last elected chief, Murtagh, chosen in 1461 amid ongoing conflicts with English settlers.^[10] By the late 16th century, chief Donal Mor O'Morchoe was overthrown, leading to confiscation of core lands like Morriscastle, though a junior branch clung to Oulartleigh until the 19th century.^[10]^[8] Smaller Ó Murchadha branches developed in Munster, particularly in the barony of Muskerry, County Cork, stemming from younger sons of the Wexford line such as Felim, but these never achieved the dominance or royal status of their Leinster kin.^[10] Distinct Mac Murchadha septs appeared in Ulster, linked to the Cenél Eógain in Tyrone before displacement to Armagh by the O'Neills, reflecting broader Gaelic migrations and rivalries.^[8] The clan's resilience persisted into the 18th and 19th centuries, evidenced by Father John Murphy's leadership in the 1798 Wexford Rebellion, where he defeated crown forces at Oulart Hill on May 27, 1798, before his execution, underscoring continued martial traditions amid English rule.^[9] Today, the hereditary chief, David O'Morchoe, represents the surviving senior line from Oulartleigh, recognized under Irish heraldic conventions.^[8]

Variants and Adaptations

Spelling Variations

The surname Murphy, an anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó Murchadha, exhibits spelling variations chiefly due to phonetic adaptations during English-language record-keeping, emigration, and administrative anglicization from the 16th to 19th centuries.^[11]^[5] Common variants include Murphey, Morphy, and Murfee, which arose from inconsistent transcription of the original Gaelic pronunciation by clerks and officials unfamiliar with Irish orthography.^[10]^[5] Forms retaining Gaelic prefixes, such as O'Murphy or MacMurphy, occasionally appear in historical documents, preserving the patronymic "descendant of" or "son of" structure, though these are rare compared to the simplified Murphy.^[10] Branch-specific or regional adaptations like O'Morchoe or Morchoe derive from variant septs of the same root name, particularly in Leinster and Munster lineages.^[11]^[5] Additional historical spellings documented in genealogical records encompass Murfie, Murfree, Morfie, and Morfey, often encountered in colonial American or British census entries where auditory spelling predominated over standardization.^[5] These divergences reflect broader patterns in Irish surname evolution, where over 70% of Murphy bearers in 19th-century Irish records adhered to the primary spelling, but variants proliferated abroad due to diaspora influences.^[12] No single variant dominates globally today, though Murphy remains predominant in Ireland and among descendants.^[13]

Regional and Non-Irish Forms

In Scotland, forms of the surname derived from the Gaelic Mac Murchaidh (son of Murchadh, meaning "sea warrior") include Murchison, an anglicized variant primarily found in the northwest, particularly associated with areas like Inverness and Ross-shire.^[14]^[15] This reflects the shared Gaelic linguistic roots across Celtic regions, where the personal name Murchadh evolved into patronymics distinct from the Irish Ó Murchadha.^[16] Other Scottish adaptations encompass Murchie and MacMurchie, diminutive or patronymic forms retaining the core elements of muir (sea) and cath (battle), often linked to Highland clans and septs.^[3]^[17] These variants arose from phonetic anglicization and regional pronunciation differences, with Murphie noted as a less common Scottish spelling.^[18] Beyond Celtic areas, non-Irish forms are limited, as the name spread primarily through Irish emigration; in England and Wales, it remains Murphy without native equivalents, while American diaspora occasionally adopted Murphey or Murfee due to 19th-century spelling standardization.^[19] No distinct Welsh or continental European forms from pre-migration Gaelic origins have been documented, emphasizing the surname's Irish core with Scottish divergences as the principal non-Irish regional expressions.^[10]

Demographic and Genetic Distribution

Prevalence and Migration Patterns

The surname Murphy is the most common in Ireland, with an estimated 77,256 bearers, representing a frequency of approximately one in every 61 individuals.^[20] In the Republic of Ireland, it accounted for about 1.1% of registered births in 2014, extrapolating to a significant portion of the national population.^[21] Globally, the name is borne by roughly 671,701 people across 183 countries, ranking as the 783rd most prevalent surname worldwide.^[22] The United States hosts the largest concentration, with 352,895 estimated bearers as of recent analyses, placing it as the 60th most popular surname there and comprising about 0.08% of the population.^[23] Migration patterns of the Murphy surname trace primarily to Irish emigration waves, beginning with earlier clan displacements but accelerating during the 19th-century Great Famine (1845–1852), which prompted mass outflows from Ireland.^[24] Significant numbers relocated to England (11% of global Murphys), driven by proximity and industrial opportunities, with concentrations in urban centers like London and Liverpool.^[19] Parallel diasporas carried the name to Australia, Canada, and the United States, where Irish immigrants settled in eastern seaboard cities such as New York, Boston, and Philadelphia during the mid-1800s, later dispersing westward and contributing to the surname's numerical dominance in North America over Ireland itself.^[10] These patterns reflect broader Irish diaspora dynamics, with post-Famine survivors and their descendants establishing communities that preserved the name amid Anglicization and variant adaptations.^[25] By the 20th century, further migrations to Commonwealth nations like Australia reinforced its prevalence, often tied to economic and colonial ties.^[26]

Y-DNA and Genetic Evidence

Genetic studies of Y-chromosome DNA among Irish men bearing the surname Murphy reveal significant heterogeneity, indicating multiple patrilineal founders rather than descent from a single common ancestor within the historical period of surname adoption. In a 2006 analysis of 1,125 Irish males across 43 surnames, genotyped at 17 Y-STR loci, McEvoy and Bradley found that Murphy exhibited numerous distinct genetic clusters, akin to Kelly, which accounts for its status as one of Ireland's most frequent surnames without a dominant single-lineage signature.^[27] This pattern suggests either independent origins of the Ó Murchadha name in different kin groups or subsequent adoption by unrelated patrilines, contrasting with surnames like O'Sullivan or Ryan that show evidence of a predominant shared male ancestor.^[27] Participant data from surname-specific genetic genealogy projects further illustrate this diversity, with Murphy Y-DNA encompassing various haplogroups prevalent in the British Isles, including R1b subclades such as those under M222 (associated with Niall of the Nine Hostages in some lineages) and occasional non-R1b types like I1-M253.^[28] While R1b-L21 dominates among tested Irish samples overall, no uniform haplogroup defines Murphy bearers, aligning with historical records of the clan's branches in Leinster and beyond adopting the name from eponymous ancestors without strict patrilineal exclusivity. Such findings underscore the limitations of Y-DNA in tracing broad surname origins for highly prevalent names, emphasizing instead regional autosomal affinities in broader Irish genetic surveys.^[29]

Notable Individuals

Military and Exploration Figures

Audie Leon Murphy (1925–1971) served as a United States Army soldier during World War II, earning the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism near Holtzwihr, France, on January 26, 1945, where he single-handedly repelled a German infantry and armor assault by mounting a burning M10 tank destroyer and firing its .50 caliber machine gun for over an hour, killing or wounding approximately 50 enemy soldiers and halting six tanks.^[30] He participated in nine major campaigns across North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and Europe with the 3rd Infantry Division's 15th Infantry Regiment, receiving every U.S. Army valor award available at the time, including the Distinguished Service Cross, two Silver Stars, the Legion of Merit, and three Purple Hearts for wounds sustained in combat.^[31] Enlisting on June 30, 1942, at age 17 despite initial rejections due to his slight build, Murphy rose from private to second lieutenant through repeated acts of valor, amassing 33 decorations in total.^[32] Postwar, he commissioned as a captain in the Texas Army National Guard's 36th Infantry Division, serving until 1966. Michael Patrick Murphy (1976–2005) was a United States Navy SEAL lieutenant who posthumously received the Medal of Honor for his actions during Operation Red Wings in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, on June 28, 2005, where he exposed himself to intense enemy fire to transmit a call for reinforcements, enabling the rescue of surviving teammates despite fatal wounds from Taliban gunfire.^[33] Born May 7, 1976, in Patchogue, New York, Murphy commissioned in the Navy in 2000 after earning a degree from Pennsylvania State University and completed SEAL training, deploying to multiple combat zones including Iraq and Afghanistan with SEAL Team 10.^[33] His leadership in the face of overwhelming odds—against an estimated 50 Taliban fighters—saved three of his four-man reconnaissance team, though he succumbed to injuries after directing air support.^[33] Herbert Dyce Murphy (1879–1971) contributed to Antarctic exploration as a dog handler and base member on the Australasian Antarctic Expedition of 1911–1914, led by Douglas Mawson, where he managed sled dogs at the Macquarie Island wireless relay station and supported mainland operations amid harsh sub-Antarctic conditions, including severe weather that claimed expedition members and dogs.^[34] Born October 18, 1879, in Melbourne, Australia, to a prosperous family, Murphy rejected conventional paths for adventure, joining the expedition after experience in Pacific voyages and big-game hunting; his role ensured reliable transport and communication links critical to Mawson's survival and scientific goals, such as mapping and geological surveys.^[35] Beyond Antarctica, he undertook extensive travels, including overland journeys in Asia and service in World War I with Australian forces, embodying early 20th-century exploratory grit.^[34]

Political and Business Leaders

Philip D. Murphy (born August 16, 1957) has served as the 56th Governor of New Jersey since January 16, 2018, after defeating Republican Kim Guadagno in the 2017 election by a margin of 14.1 percentage points.^[36] Prior to entering politics, Murphy worked for over two decades at Goldman Sachs, rising to become a senior executive, and served as U.S. Ambassador to Germany from 2009 to 2013 under President Barack Obama.^[36] Christopher S. Murphy (born August 3, 1973) has represented Connecticut in the U.S. Senate since January 3, 2013, following his 2012 election victory over Republican Linda McMahon by 13.7 percentage points; he previously served in the U.S. House from 2007 to 2011.^[37] As a member of the Senate Foreign Relations and Appropriations Committees, Murphy has advocated for reforms in mental health policy and gun violence prevention, including co-authoring legislation expanding background checks after the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting.^[38] George Murphy (July 4, 1902 – May 3, 1992), a former Hollywood actor known for musicals in the 1930s and 1940s, served as U.S. Senator from California from January 3, 1965, to January 3, 1971, after defeating incumbent Democrat Pierre Salinger in 1964; he was the first notable actor to transition successfully to statewide office without prior elected experience.^[39] During his tenure, Murphy supported anti-communist measures and civil rights legislation but lost re-election in 1970 to John V. Tunney amid shifting political dynamics in California.^[40] Thomas B. Murphy (September 10, 1924 – December 17, 2007) held the position of Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives for a record 28 years, from January 1973 until his defeat in the 2002 elections, overseeing legislation that facilitated Atlanta's economic growth and infrastructure development during the terms of five governors.^[41] Elected to the House in 1960, Murphy wielded significant influence as a Democrat, often prioritizing rural interests and state investments in education and transportation, though his long dominance drew criticism for centralizing power.^[41] Lionel K. Murphy (August 30, 1922 – October 21, 1986), a Labor Party member, represented New South Wales in the Australian Senate from 1962 to 1975, serving as Attorney-General from 1972 to 1975 under Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, where he initiated reforms to family law and access to justice, including establishing the Australian Legal Aid Office in 1973.^[42] Appointed to the High Court in 1975, Murphy faced corruption allegations in 1984 related to influencing a judicial appointment, leading to two trials; he was convicted in the first but acquitted in the second in 1985, amid debates over political motivations in the probes.^[42] In business, Thomas S. Murphy (May 31, 1925 – May 25, 2022) transformed Capital Cities Communications from a small upstate New York broadcaster into a major media conglomerate, serving as chairman and CEO from 1964 until the 1996 Disney merger following the 1985 acquisition of ABC, a deal valued at $3.5 billion backed by Warren Buffett.^[43] Under his leadership, Capital Cities emphasized cost discipline and local content, achieving compound annual returns exceeding 20% for shareholders over three decades.^[44] Thomas A. Murphy (December 10, 1915 – January 18, 2006) advanced through General Motors' ranks over 42 years, becoming chairman and CEO from 1974 to 1980, a period marked by responses to the 1973 and 1979 oil crises through shifts toward fuel-efficient vehicles like the Chevrolet Chevette, which sold over 2 million units globally by 1980.^[45] Starting as a controller's clerk in 1939, Murphy prioritized decentralized management and quality improvements, helping GM maintain U.S. market dominance with sales peaking at 9.55 million vehicles in 1978 despite rising Japanese competition.^[46]

Scientific and Intellectual Contributors

William Parry Murphy (February 6, 1892 – October 9, 1987) shared the 1934 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with George R. Minot and George H. Whipple for their discoveries regarding liver therapy in cases of anemia, particularly demonstrating that raw liver consumption could treat pernicious anemia, a once-fatal condition caused by vitamin B12 deficiency.^[47] Their work, building on earlier observations, established the efficacy of liver extracts in stimulating red blood cell production, paving the way for later isolation of vitamin B12.^[48] Murphy, a Harvard Medical School instructor, continued research on anemias and blood disorders post-award.^[48] Robert Murphy (1806–1843), an Irish mathematician and physicist from Dublin, contributed foundational work in algebra and functional equations despite becoming blind in childhood from smallpox. His 1833 treatise A Treatise on the Principle of Algebra advanced the theory of equations and introduced "Murphy's method" for solving linear differential equations, influencing later developments in analysis. Murphy's self-taught genius, honed through private study after formal education ended due to vision loss, earned recognition from contemporaries like Thomas Babington Macaulay, who praised his analytical prowess. Edward A. Murphy Jr. (1918–1990), an American aerospace engineer, originated "Murphy's Law"—stating that "if anything can go wrong, it will"—during U.S. Air Force rocket-sled tests at Edwards Air Force Base in 1949, emphasizing the need for error-proof design in high-risk systems. His contributions to human tolerance testing for acceleration and deceleration informed safety protocols in aviation and space programs, including early NASA efforts. Walter F. Murphy (1929–2010), a Princeton University political scientist, advanced constitutional theory through works like Elements of Constitutional Law (1977), analyzing judicial review and separation of powers with empirical case studies.^[49] His research critiqued expansive federal authority, drawing on historical precedents to argue for restrained interpretation of the U.S. Constitution.^[49] Arthur Edward Murphy (1901–1962), an American philosopher at the University of Illinois, developed "objective relativism," a metaethical framework reconciling moral objectivity with cultural variance by grounding ethics in human nature and rational inquiry rather than absolute commands. His 1947 book The Uses of Reason applied this to epistemology, critiquing positivism's limits in explaining normative judgments.

Arts, Entertainment, and Sports Personalities

Eddie Murphy (born April 3, 1961) is an American actor, comedian, and singer who achieved breakthrough success as a stand-up performer and cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1980 to 1984, where his impressions and sketches drew widespread acclaim.^[50] He starred in the action-comedy Beverly Hills Cop (1984), which grossed over $234 million worldwide and spawned sequels, solidifying his status as a leading box-office draw in the 1980s.^[50] Murphy also ventured into music with the album How Could It Be (1985), featuring the hit single "Party All the Time" produced by Rick James.^[50] Brittany Murphy (November 10, 1977 – December 20, 2009) was an American actress noted for her roles in films like Clueless (1995), where she played the optimistic Tai Frasier, and 8 Mile (2002), portraying Alex in the semi-autobiographical drama opposite Eminem.^[51] Her career included over 30 film appearances, often in comedic and dramatic supporting parts, before her death from pneumonia, anemia, and multiple drug intoxication at age 32.^[51] George Murphy (July 4, 1895 – May 3, 1992) was an American dancer, actor, and singer who appeared in more than 25 Hollywood musicals during the 1930s and 1940s, collaborating with stars like Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers; in 1939, he co-founded the Hollywood Republican Committee with them to promote conservative values in the industry.^[40] Róisín Murphy is an Irish singer-songwriter who first gained prominence as the vocalist for the electronic duo Moloko in the 1990s and 2000s, contributing to hits like "The Time Is Now" from their 2003 album Statues, before pursuing a solo career with releases such as Hit Parade (2023) on Ninja Tune.^[52] John Murphy is a British film composer from Liverpool, recognized for scoring Guy Ritchie's Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998) and multiple projects with Danny Boyle, including 28 Days Later (2002) and its 2007 sequel, blending electronic and orchestral elements.^[53] In sports, Dale Murphy (born March 12, 1956) played outfield for the Atlanta Braves from 1976 to 1990, earning National League MVP honors in 1982 and 1983 with a combined 57 home runs and 191 RBIs those seasons; he retired in 1993 with 398 home runs, 1,266 RBIs, and a .265 batting average over 1,942 games.^[54]^[55] Ryan Murphy is an American backstroke swimmer who swept gold in the 100m and 200m events at the 2016 Rio Olympics, setting a world record in the 200m at 1:51.94, and amassed nine Olympic medals—including five golds—across the 2016, 2020, and 2024 Games, often anchoring medley relays.^[56]^[57] Isaac Burns Murphy (January 6, 1861 – February 12, 1896), born enslaved in Kentucky, became one of Thoroughbred racing's most successful jockeys, winning the Kentucky Derby three times (1884 on Buchanan, 1890 on Riley, 1891 on Kingman)—a record held until 1948—and securing about 44% of his mounts with 530 victories from 1,412 starts between 1876 and 1895; he was the first inductee to the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame in 1955.^[58]^[59]^[60]

Fictional Representations

In Film, Television, and Animation

In television, the sitcom Murphy Brown (1988–1998, with a revival season in 2018) centers on its protagonist, Murphy Brown, an award-winning broadcast journalist portrayed by Candice Bergen, who anchors the fictional FYI newsmagazine and navigates professional rivalries, personal relationships, and ethical dilemmas in Washington, D.C. journalism.^[61] The character, created by Diane English, became a cultural touchstone for depicting assertive female leads in media, drawing 20–30 million viewers per episode in its peak seasons and earning Bergen five Primetime Emmy Awards for her performance.^[62] Animated series Milo Murphy's Law (2016–2019), produced by Disney Television Animation and aired on Disney XD, follows Milo Murphy, voiced by Dee Bradley Baker, a middle-school student portrayed as the great-great-great-great-grandson of the "original Murphy" from Murphy's Law, subjecting him to perpetual comedic disasters amid adventures with friends and family.^[63] The show, created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff "Swampy" Marsh (also of Phineas and Ferb), ran for two seasons with 40 episodes, blending slapstick humor and crossovers with the latter series. In film, Alexandra "Lex" Murphy, played by Ariana Richards, appears as the tech-savvy granddaughter of Jurassic Park founder John Hammond in Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park (1993), where she survives dinosaur encounters on Isla Nublar using computer skills to restore park systems during a containment failure. Susan Murphy, renamed Ginormica and voiced by Reese Witherspoon, serves as the lead in the DreamWorks animated feature Monsters vs. Aliens (2009), evolving from an ordinary bride zapped giant by a meteor into a government-recruited monster fighting alien invaders. Other notable animated depictions include Captain Murphy, the erratic submarine commander voiced by Harry Goz (later Adam West) in the Adult Swim series Sealab 2021 (2000–2005), a surreal parody of 1970s oceanographic shows where his incompetence triggers chaotic crew mishaps. Bleeding Gums Murphy, a jazz saxophonist voiced by Ron Taylor in The Simpsons, mentors young Lisa Simpson in episodes like "Moaning Lisa" (season 1, 1990) and "Round Springfield" (season 6, 1995), representing mentorship in underappreciated art forms before his off-screen death.

In Literature and Comics

In Samuel Beckett's debut novel Murphy (1938), the eponymous protagonist is an Irish expatriate in London who embodies solipsistic detachment, preferring the inertia of rocking in a chair to engaging with the external world, while his fiancée Celia attempts futilely to reintegrate him into society.^[64] The narrative explores themes of mind-body dualism and existential withdrawal through Murphy's eccentric pursuits, including employment at a mental asylum where he finds paradoxical affinity with the patients.^[64] Karrin Murphy serves as a central supporting character in Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files urban fantasy series, debuting in Storm Front (2000) as a pragmatic Chicago Police Department lieutenant heading the Special Investigations unit.^[65] Portrayed as a no-nonsense skeptic initially clashing with wizard protagonist Harry Dresden over supernatural crimes, she progressively becomes a trusted ally, wielding artifacts like the sword Fidelacchius and confronting entities from faerie courts to ancient gods across 17 novels and short stories as of 2024.^[65] The Molly Murphy Mysteries series by Rhys Bowen features Irish immigrant Molly Murphy as its detective protagonist, fleeing to New York City in 1901 after a self-defense killing in Ireland, where she navigates early 20th-century American underbelly through 18 novels concluding in 2020.^[66] Drawing on historical immigration patterns, Molly establishes a private inquiry agency, solving cases involving Tammany Hall corruption, labor unrest, and personal perils while defying era-specific gender constraints.^[66] Appearances of characters named Murphy in comics remain limited and peripheral; for instance, a Detective Murphy partners with officer Moses in select Gotham City Police Department storylines within DC Comics publications during the New Earth continuity era (pre-2011).^[67] Similarly, Lieutenant Murphy leads a Sentinel team in the 1951-set Resistance comic tie-in, combating alien Chimera invasions in a dystopian alternate history.^[68] These instances typically serve functional roles rather than driving major arcs.

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Audie Murphy Single-handedly Stopped a German Attack
Jan 26, 2020 · Murphy was commanding company B of the 15th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division, near the French village of Holtzwihr when six German tanks ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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MAJ Audie Leon Murphy - Military Hall of Honor
Audie Leon Murphy was a U.S. Army Major, the most decorated American soldier of WWII, and a Medal of Honor recipient. He later became a movie star.Missing: notable surname
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Audie Murphy - Arlington National Cemetery
Audie Murphy, a decorated WWII hero, is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions in France.Missing: surname | Show results with:surname
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MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT MICHAEL P. MURPHY - Navy.mil
Lt. Michael P. Murphy, fondly referred to by friends and family as “Murph,” was born May 7, 1976 in Smithtown, NY and grew up in the New York City commuter ...
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Herbert Dyce Murphy - Australian Dictionary of Biography
Herbert Dyce Murphy (1879-1971), sometimes known as Dyce-Murphy, gentleman adventurer and raconteur, was born on 18 October 1879 at Como, South Yarra, ...Missing: famous | Show results with:famous
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Murphy, Herbert Dyce (1879 - 1971)
Herbert Dyce Murphy was an Antarctic explorer on the Mawson Expedition of 1911 to 1914. During the expedition he was one of the team's dog handlers.Missing: famous | Show results with:famous
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Phil Murphy (New Jersey) - Ballotpedia
Phil Murphy (Democratic Party) is the Governor of New Jersey. He assumed office on January 16, 2018. His current term ends on January 20, 2026.
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Senator Christopher Murphy - Congress.gov
Christopher Murphy, the Senator from Connecticut - in Congress from 2007 through Present.
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Senator Chris Murphy: Home
The official U.S. Senate website of Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut.Contact ChrisPress ReleasesAboutKey IssuesSen. Murphy Website Welcome
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George Murphy - Biographical Directory of the U.S. Congress
A Senator from California; born in New Haven, Conn., July 4, 1902; educated at Peddie Institute in Hightstown, NJ, and the Pawling School of New York.
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George Murphy and the Candy Desk - Senate.gov
In 1965, two years before Ronald Reagan became governor of California, George Murphy became a U.S. senator, but his Senate career did not last long. In 1966 ...
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Tom Murphy - New Georgia Encyclopedia
Murphy served during the terms of five governors—Jimmy Carter, George Busbee, Joe Frank Harris, Zell Miller, and Roy Barnes. Thomas Bailey Murphy was born on ...
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MURPHY, Lionel Keith (1922–1986) Senator for New South Wales ...
Lionel Keith Murphy was the most divisive figure in the history of the Senate. His supporters saw him as inspirational: an enlightened and bold reformer ...<|separator|>
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Thomas S. Murphy, Broadcasting 'Minnow' Who Swallowed ABC ...
May 26, 2022 · Thomas S. Murphy, who as chairman and chief executive of Capital Cities Communications stunned Wall Street in 1985 by acquiring the much larger American ...Missing: biography | Show results with:biography
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Business Lessons from Tom Murphy - The Rational Walk
Apr 8, 2022 · We can learn a great deal about business and capital allocation by studying Tom Murphy's long and successful career in broadcasting.
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Thomas A. Murphy - Automotive Hall of Fame
Served General Motors Corporation for 42 years, advancing from a clerk in the controllers office to Chairman of the Board and CEO in 1974.
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Thomas Murphy, 90, Leader of G.M. in 1970's Prosperity, Dies
Jan 19, 2006 · Thomas A. Murphy, who led General Motors for most of the 1970's, died Wednesday at his home in Boynton Beach, Fla. He was 90.
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William P. Murphy – Facts - NobelPrize.org
William Parry Murphy, Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 1934. Born: 6 February 1892, Stoughton, WI, USA. Died: 9 October 1987, Brookline, MA, USA.
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William P. Murphy – Biographical - NobelPrize.org
William P. Murphy, born in 1892, won the 1934 Nobel Prize for his work on pernicious anemia, and was a Harvard instructor. He died in 1987.
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Leading constitutional scholar Walter Murphy dies at age 80
Apr 22, 2010 · Walter F. Murphy, a groundbreaking constitutional scholar at Princeton University, died April 20 in Charleston, S.C., of cancer. He was 80.Missing: famous | Show results with:famous
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Eddie Murphy (1961- ) | BlackPast.org
Jul 14, 2016 · Edward Regan “Eddie” Murphy is an American comedian, actor, writer, singer, and producer. Murphy was born on April 3, 1961, in Brooklyn, ...
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Brittany Murphy's Death: Reexamining Her Passing at Age 32
Jan 15, 2025 · Over 10 years after Brittany Murphy played Tai in the classic '90s comedy Clueless, the actress was found unresponsive in her Los Angeles home.
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Róisín Murphy
The new album 'Hit Parade', released 08 September 2023 on Ninja Tune.
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John Murphy - IMDb
John Murphy is a British film composer from Liverpool, known for scores like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, and working with directors like Danny Boyle.
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Dale Murphy Stats, Height, Weight, Position, Rookie Status & More
Positions: Outfielder, First Baseman and Catcher ; Bats: Right · Throws: Right ; Born: March 12, 1956 in Portland, OR us ; Draft: Drafted by the Atlanta Braves in ...
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Dale Murphy Stats, Age, Position, Height, Weight, Fantasy & News
Dale Murphy Bio · Fullname: Dale Bryan Murphy · Born: 3/12/1956 in Portland, OR · Draft: 1974, Atlanta Braves, Round: 1, Overall Pick: 5 · College: Brigham Young ...
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Ryan MURPHY - Olympics.com
Ryan Murphy is one of the most consistent backstroke swimmers of his generation. The American swept the men's 100m and 200m backstroke Olympic gold medals.
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Ryan Murphy | Team USA
Ryan Murphy is one of the world's premier backstroke swimmers and a multiple Olympic gold medalist. Known for his exceptional underwater skills and ...
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Isaac B. Murphy | National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
Born Jan. 1, 1861, Frankfort, Kentucky. Died Feb. 12, 1896, Lexington, Kentucky. Career 1876-1895. Wins 530 Racing Record.
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Isaac Burns Murphy - Kentucky Horse Park
Many consider Isaac Murphy the greatest American jockey of all time. · Awards & Achievements · First jockey elected to the Hall of Fame · Rode 40% winners in 1886 ...
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Isaac Murphy: The King of 19th Century Jockeys
Jan 26, 2024 · Many consider Murphy the greatest American jockey of all time. By his own account Murphy won 44% of his races.
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Murphy Brown (TV Series 1988–2018) - IMDb
Rating 6.9/10 (11,308) The personal and professional misadventures of an opinionated but beloved woman working as a television journalist.Full cast & crew · Episode list · Plot · Joe Regalbuto
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Murphy Brown | Rotten Tomatoes
Murphy Brown is the star reporter of "FYI," a newsmagazine series. Murphy is sarcastic, ambitious, often self-involved and bossy -- but she is also ...
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Milo Murphy's Law (TV Series 2016–2019) - IMDb
Rating 7.6/10 (4,046) An animated comedy adventure series that follows 13-year-old Milo Murphy, the fictional great-great-great-great grandson of the Murphy's Law namesake.Full cast & crew · Episode list · Animation · Advanced searchMissing: named | Show results with:named
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Series Timeline - Jim Butcher
Mazel-Tov! 29 BSF: Karrin Murphy is born. Harry observes that her first husband looked about ten years older than her, guessing that Murph was 18 at the ...
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The Molly Murphy Series - Rhys Bowen
Molly Murphy always knew she'd end up in trouble, just as her mother predicted. So, when she commits murder in self-defense, she flees her cherished Ireland ...<|separator|>
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Murphy (New Earth) - DC Database - Fandom
Murphy was a detective at the Gotham City Police Department, who was often partnered with Moses.
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Murphy (comic) - Resistance Wiki - Fandom
Lieutenant Murphy was the leader of Sentinel Alpha Team who appears in Resistance. Biography. In January 1951, Murphy led Alpha ...