Although there are assorted recognitions of Audie throughout the state, including statues in San Antonio and in Greenville, a hero of his stature deserves more.
I believe that a statue of him should occupy a prominent place of honor on the grounds of the state capitol as the capitol draws thousands of visitors daily.
I sincerely hope that you will join me in petitioning the Texas State legislators to rectify this obvious oversight and recognize the deeds and sacrifices this man made for his country.
True story: While visiting the capitol awhile back, I asked the staffer in the Office of Veterans Affairs where I could find Audie's portrait. "Who is this..Audie Murphy?" was the staffers reply.
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July 2, 2012
Reaching this point has been a long road and I admit I am exhausted by the silence from those who should know better. Seeing this many people agree that a portrait is not enough gives me the fuel to keep pushing despite the pushback.
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My grandpa served with men like Audie. They saved the world. Texas needs to show some respect already.
Unbelievable that they dont know who he is. Fix this now.
He is a true Texas legend and nobody deserves this honor more than him. Long overdue!
YES. Every kid visiting the capitol should know his name when they leave. Put it front and center.
Audie Murphy is a hero of the highest order. A statue is the least we can do for his memory.
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Although there are assorted recognitions of Audie throughout the state, including statues in San Antonio and in Greenville, a hero of his stature deserves more.
I believe that a statue of him should occupy a prominent place of honor on the grounds of the state capitol as the capitol draws thousands of visitors daily.
I sincerely hope that you will join me in petitioning the Texas State legislators to rectify this obvious oversight and recognize the deeds and sacrifices this man made for his country.
True story: While visiting the capitol awhile back, I asked the staffer in the Office of Veterans Affairs where I could find Audie's portrait. "Who is this..Audie Murphy?" was the staffers reply.
Updates
July 2, 2012
Reaching this point has been a long road and I admit I am exhausted by the silence from those who should know better. Seeing this many people agree that a portrait is not enough gives me the fuel to keep pushing despite the pushback.
6 Comments
How does a staffer not know who he is? Absolute disgrace. Put the statue up asap.
My grandpa served with men like Audie. They saved the world. Texas needs to show some respect already.
Unbelievable that they dont know who he is. Fix this now.
He is a true Texas legend and nobody deserves this honor more than him. Long overdue!
YES. Every kid visiting the capitol should know his name when they leave. Put it front and center.
Audie Murphy is a hero of the highest order. A statue is the least we can do for his memory.
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How does a staffer not know who he is? Absolute disgrace. Put the statue up asap.