Film: "To Hell and Back"

About this event

Based the autobiography of Medal of Honor winner Audie Murphy, this 1955 film follows his life from a difficult childhood in Texas to the battlefields of World War II. 1 hour, 46 minutes

November's Vets on Screen movie series highlights and honors Hollywood actors who served in the U.S. military during World War II whose experiences ranged from combat missions over Europe to naval operations in the Pacific.

Refreshments served starting at 2:45 p.m.

Audie Murphy's military service : Murphy became the most decorated American combat soldier of World War II, receiving 33 U.S. military awards, including the Medal of Honor, for his extraordinary bravery. He served in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, France and Germany, distinguishing himself in numerous battles. Among his most remarkable acts, he single-handedly held off a German attack by mounting a burning tank destroyer and using its machine gun, despite being wounded. He was also awarded France’s Croix de Guerre with Palm and Belgium’s Croix de Guerre in recognition of his exceptional courage and contributions to the Allied war effort.

Community Room Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Assistive listening system compatible with personal T-coil-enabled devices (compatible headphones also available for use during programs)

English-language subtitles for films (when available)

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