Samuel R Murphree

Pfc Samuel Murphree was killed in action on 17 June 1944, serving with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment. On 17 June 1944, the 18th Infantry Regiment's records place the 3rd Battalion in reserve near Beziers, part of a broader stretch from 13 to 30 June during which the regiment held this position. No specific actions for the battalion on this date are detailed beyond its being held back from the front line in this reserve capacity. This period likely allowed for rest, resupply, and preparation, though the regimental history does not elaborate further on the battalion's specific activities during this time. Pfc Murphree was killed in action that day; the report does not specify the individual circumstances.