On October 4, 1918 Gunnery Sergeant Murphy was declared a casualty of World War I. ★ He served with honor in the United States Marine Corps. ★ He is remembered by the people of New York. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
Eugene Franc Murphy
World War I
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Service Details
| This Profile ID | 151499 |
| Name | Eugene Franc Murphy |
| From | Ogdensburg, St Lawrence County, New York |
| Casualty Date | October 4, 1918 |
| War | World War I |
| Service Branch | Marine Corps |
| Rank | Gunnery Sergeant |
| Unit/Group | 2nd Division, 5th USMC Regiment |
| Casualty Type | Killed in Action |
| Burial | Plot H Row 8 Grave 24, Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery, Romagne, France |
| Notable Awards | ★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered |  Eugene Franc Murphy is buried or memorialized at Plot H Row 8 Grave 24, Meuse-Argonne American Cemetery, Romagne, France. This is an American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis - Eugene Franc Murphy was serving his country during World War I when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Murphy had the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. Attached to 2nd Division, 5th USMC Regiment.According to our records New York was his home or enlistment state and St Lawrence county has been included within the archival record. We have Ogdensburg listed as his city.
During his service in World War I, Marine Corps Murphy experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on October 4, 1918. Recorded circ*mstances attributed to: Killed in Action.
Commendations + Awards
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★ World War I Victory Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
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