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Seal of Honor: Operation Red Wings and the Life of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, USN Hardcover – May 15, 2010

by Gary Williams (Author)

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Lt. Michael Patrick Murphy, a Navy SEAL, earned the Medal of Honor on 28 June 2005 for his bravery during a fierce fight with the Taliban in the remote mountains of eastern Afghanistan. The first to receive the nation's highest military honor for service in Afghanistan, Lt. Murphy was also the first naval officer to earn the medal since the Vietnam War, and the first SEAL to be honored posthumously. A young man of great character, he is the subject of Naval Special Warfare courses on character and leadership, and an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, naval base, school, post office, ball park, and hospital emergency room have been named in his honor.

A bestselling book by the sole survivor of Operation Red Wings, Marcus Luttrell, has helped make Lt. Murphy's SEAL team's fateful encounter with the Taliban one of the Afghan war's best known engagements. Published on the 5th anniversary of the engagement, SEAL of Honor also tells the story of that fateful battle, but it does so from a very different perspective being focused on the life of Lt. Murphy. This biography uses his heroic action during this deadly firefight in Afghanistan, as a window on his character and attempts to answer why Lt. Murphy readily sacrificed his life for his comrades. SEAL of Honor is the story of a young man, who was noted by his peers for his compassion and for his leadership being guided by an extraordinary sense of duty, responsibility, and moral clarity.

In tracing Lt. Murphy's journey from a seemingly ordinary life on New York's Long Island, to that remote mountainside a half a world away, SEAL of Honor will help readers understand how he came to demonstrate the extraordinary heroism and selfless leadership that earned him the nation's highest military honor. Moreover, the book brings the Afghan war back to the home front, focusing on Lt. Murphy's tight knit family and the devastating effect of his death upon them as they watched the story of Operation Red Wings unfold in the news. The book attempts to answer why Lt. Murphy's service to his country and his comrades was a calling faithfully answered, a duty justly upheld, and a life, while all too short, well lived.

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Gary Williams is a graduate of the University of Dayton with a master's degree in public administration. Married with six children, he is a career 30-year employee with the state of Ohio. He is the author of the Siege in Lucasville.

Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Naval Institute Press; 1st edition (May 15, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1591149576
ISBN-13: 978-1591149576
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
Average Customer Review: 448 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #645,827 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #254 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Military > Afghan & Iraq Wars > Afghan War
- #300 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > Leaders & Notable People > Military > Afghan & Iraq Wars > Iraq War
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Bybrweacon November 3, 2016

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Sagir13, I ordered Seal of Honor: Operation Red Wings and the Life of Lt. Michael P. Murphy, USN for my granddaughter, the author, Mr. Gary Williams will be at Virginia Tech for a speech and autographs tomorrow. Her paperback book is at home and would involve shipping. I thought it best to purchase a hard back copy and have shipped to her via Amazon. What a surprise she saw when she opened her package today. Not only is the Seal of Honor already autographed by Mr. Williams, but also signed by Maureen Murphy and John D. Murphy, Lt. Murphy's parents. As a devoted and very patriotic member of the Cadet Corp of Virginia Tech, I think my granddaughter receiving this very special copy was meant to be. Wonderful things do happen, it is so special to her and she intends to show the already signed book to Mr. Williams. Thank you.
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We need more great warriors and patriots like this!

ByDon't Lecture Meon December 18, 2013

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This is a comprehensive look at how SEALS are made and function with the emphasis on this great young man and his team who gave the full measure of sacrifice and devotion to honor and duty. I read Lone Survivor several years ago and have another book on Operation Red Wings to read next but, as a Navy veteran (submarines,1968-1972) and a career firefighter (30 years) I was humbled and in awe of these brave young men who were (and still are) so committed that they are willing to sacrifice everything for their dream. I wish every American could read this account and realize that duty, honor and sacrifice still matter. Unfortunately, too many people want to blame the warriors for the war. None of us would be able to read these accounts or enjoy what we have without these incredible men and women.
Thank you Gary Williams for telling the tale that needs to be told in a way that leaves no ambiguity about service and devotion.

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Good book, but rather breif

Byaronf_53on September 17, 2011

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This book honors the life, service, and death of a true American Hero. However it does so in only 208 pages. It gives good detail in the upbringing and training of Lieutenant Murphy, but skims by the battle that cost him his life in about 2 pages. I realize the books goal is to honor the fallen warrior, but the human curiosity begs for information on the firefight that killed the three Navy SEAL's. Read Marcus Lutrell's book "Lone Survivor" before or after this book. It goes into great detail of the battle, and just how brave and selfless Lieutenant Murphy really was.

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Not what I had expected

ByAmazon Customeron September 25, 2013

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I read fearless before this book and expected something similar. I have read 83% of this book and can't wait to end it so I can move on to the next one which I hope is much better.
This author talks alot about military protocal, speaches that individual made, military codes etc. I am past the point of this brave individuals death and but yet have only read a brief description as to how he died.
Nothing about the operation, how the fire fight went down and what exemplanary act was committed by LT. Michael Murphy to award him the medal of honor.
I am not down playing his death or the fact that he should not have received the medal,
I just want to read about it in the book .
The respect and admiration I have for these individuals is indescribable. They are truly the ultimate warriors.
I am very dissapointed with this particular author and how he wrote this book.
It does not do justice for the brave men and women that lost their lives and continue to loose their lives in this war.
I just wished the author had done a better job at researching the accounts and the cause of Lt. Murphy death.

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TRUE AMERICAN HERO /WARRIOR

BySandra Mermellaon March 25, 2015

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Being from military family ,We honor and respect all our military and hope those still fighting can return home safe soon.Having a significant other that was old school law enforcement /tactical division /bomb squad I know his dedication & safety to his team is number one.Just as LT. Michael Murphy's job was in Operation Red Wings. He knew what he had to do their mission and the odds were against them things just didn't go right . These men put up one hell of a fight .Michael Murphy ,Marcus Lutrell,Danny Dietz,Matthew Axelson you will be honored and remembered by so many . God Rest Your Souls, Marcus how hard it must have been to leave these guys we know your story and you fought just like them until the end .What Lt .Murphy did to get help was outstanding and cost him his life we all know . Really glad that Marcus made it home . You are all True American Hero's .
Thank you and bless you and stay safe.

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Truly remarkable book

ByThomas J. Harnishon October 28, 2014

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As a retired Army master sergeant, I had a hard time keeping my eyes dry as I read the account of the Red Wings mission. I purchased the e-book version for my Kindle after watching the movie Lone Survivor recently on HBO. I had a problem watching the movie through my tears also. I had watched many episodes of the Buds training on the military channel, so I had some knowledge of the rigorous training the candidates go through, but your detailed descriptions of the complete program that Lt. Murphy endured and completed really impressed me. I served 3 years in the Old Guard as a company supply sergeant from 1974-1977, so I am very aware of the honors rendered to our heroes every day at Arlington National Cemetery, and your descriptions of the ceremonies at the Pentagon and the Tomb of the unknowns was very emotional for me. I think this book should be required reading for every student in 7th through 12th grade in our schools, to instill in them the respect for our military that they deserve.

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SEAL Of Honor is a great read

ByIrisheyes45on September 18, 2014

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A wonderful tribute to the life of Michael Murphy, who made the ultimate sacrifice for his brothers and his country. This book provides insight into Michael's early years, when he was always sticking up for the underdog, through his journey through BUDs, when he was pushing himself beyond expectations, to Operation Redwings, and his ultimate sacrifice. I fully intend for my sons to read this book themselves when they are a bit older, so they understand what makes a real hero.