73 - Audie Murphy and Hedy Lamarr

This week Jeff tells the story of Audie Murphy. Audie Murphy is widely considered the most decorated soldier in U.S. history, earning 24 decorations in World War II, including the Medal of Honor. Learn why he is remembered as a national hero and a significant figure in American military history. Sam shares the story of Hedy Lamarr,  an Austria-American actress and inventor. Lemarr gained fame in the 1930s and 1940s for her roles in Hollywood films, becoming one of the most glamourous women of her time.  Lamarr also invented a technology that is used today. Beautiful and brilliant. Jeff's sources:https://www.15minutehistorypodcast.org/episodes/audie-murphy-herohttps://www.war.gov/News/Feature-Stories/Story/Article/4035082/medal-of-honor-monday-army-maj-audie-murphy/https://www.discovertexasonline.com/2025/06/audie-murphy-the-real-captain-america/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Audie_MurphySam's sources: ttps://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/hedy-lamarrhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hedy_LamarrFollow us on Instagram or send us an emailLinktree: https://linktr.ee/thejeffandsamshow