Top 10 Most Decorated War Heroes of All Time

The top 10 most decorated war heroes of all time have earned numerous accolades for their bravery, sacrifice, and leadership in the face of extreme adversity. These individuals have exhibited extraordinary courage during pivotal moments in history. From military commanders to ordinary soldiers, their stories of valor inspire generations. Their legacy is cemented through medals and recognition for their heroic acts. Discover these legendary figures and their unparalleled contributions to history.
Audie Murphy
Daniel J. Daly
Edward V. Rickenbacker
Lewis "Chesty" Puller
David Hackworth
James F. Hollingsworth
Thomas H. Tackaberry
John Basilone
Boatswain’s Mate First Class James Williams
Michael Monsoor

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[FullFocusMilitary]

Who’s your favorite war hero from this list?

[navyreviewer]

For those that dont know Murphy also got to play himself in a movie about his life as he became an actor post war. He was in several westerns. On a darker note he was also the poster child for PTSD. Gambled himself into debt, was an alcoholic, and drug addict. Also had moments of paranoia, depression, and a violent temper. He ultimately died in a plane crash.

[RobFox-dj]

You shd hv mentioned Alvin York, bcz he performed the most unbelievable, single action in all military history in the Argon Forest during WW1. IMO.

[csmretired]

How in the world did you fail to include MSG Roy Benavidez, U.S. Army, Green Beret? MSG Benavidez earned the Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, and 5 Purple Hearts while serving in the Korean War and Vietnam. While in Vietnam, 1968, he heard that a team of soldiers were surrounded and greatly outnumbered. Several members of this team were KIA and wounded. He jumped on the first chopper heading out to rescue them. Once there, he hit the ground running, he helped establish defense, and organized the loading of the KIA and wounded, all the while being wounded himself several times. As this chopper lifted off, it was hit by enemy fire and crashed. He then helped the transferring of KIA and wounded onto another chopper, which now included the pilot and copilot from the first chopper. At one point an enemy soldier ran up on him and bayoneted him. During a hand-to-hand fight, he killed this enemy soldier and another enemy solder. During all the above activity, MSG Benavidez was shot several times, stabbed, and received numerous wounds from explosions; a total of 37 wounds, all the while saving 8 soldiers and securing sensitive documents. After everyone was on the last chopper, MSG Benavidez managed to get onboard. He was covered in blood from all his wounds and appeared lifeless when the choppers landed. He was thought to be dead and MSG Benavidez was placed in a body bag. Before the bag could be closed, he managed to move or make a sound, letting them know he was alive. In 1981 President Ronald Reagan awarded MSG Benavidez the well-deserved, and about-time, Medal of Honor.

Disclaimer: I believe all the detailed addressed above is correct, some may be out-of-order. Sorry.

In 1996, while attending the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy, I had the honor to meet MSG Benavidez. When he spoke to our class, he was humble and soft spoken. During his talk, the said, “The only races in America are, the Red, White, and Blue). Later, he was gracious enough to allow me to have a photo with him. With his permission, later I mailed this photo him and he autografted it for me. I treasure this picture.

MSG Benavidez passed in 1998..

[michaelmaultsby]

Smedley Butler also had two Medals of Honor!

[RandySchmidt-bdnj]

So the title is wrong.Not the most decorated soldier of all time.Its just American guys.

[Hansaman]

The “V.” In Edward V. Rickenbacker is for Vernon. Not “the fifth.” Wow!

[samuelestepp]

Robert Howard was recommended for the metal of honor three times in 13 months and and was awarded once.

[christophermacleod]

The ten most decorated AMERICAN war heros!!!

[charleshutchings]

Bold – Denotes that the person is still alive.



Top 50 With Medal of Honor: Top 50 by points, regardless of highest decoration:



1. GA Douglas MacArthur, USA 1. GA Douglas MacArthur, USA
2. Col Edward V. Rickenbacker, USAAS 2. Col David H. Hackworth, USA
3. VADM John D. Bulkeley, USN 3. LTG James F. Hollingsworth, USA
4. CDR Samuel D. Dealey, USN 4. Col Edward V. Rickenbacker, USAAS
5. SgtMaj Daniel J. Daly, USMC 5. LTG Thomas H. Tackaberry, USA
6. Col Robert L. Howard, USA 6. BG John T. Corley, USA
7. RADM Eugene B. Fluckey, USN 7. VADM John D. Bulkeley, USN
8. RADM Richard H. O’Kane, USN 8. CDR Samuel D. Dealey, USN

9. Maj Thomas B. McGuire, Jr., USAAF 9. SgtMaj Daniel J. Daly, USMC
10. VADM James B. Stockdale, USN 10. Col James H. Kasler, USAF

[darrenferguson]

It should be titled Most Decorated American Heroes to reflect it only draws upon American soldiers

[Ralphie_Boy]

For those prior to 1980, all well deserved!👍🏼

[ksrmk]

Jesus this AI narration is bad.
"Grenod"?
Edward the 5th Rickenbacker?

[romad]

My favorites: Eddy Rickenbacker & "Chesty" Puller.

[fordvg]

Edward Rickenbacker received the Army Distinguished Service Cross 9 times with LtGen. Chesty Pulley 5 Navy Crosses and one DSC with the second most awarded crosses in history.

[samwishard]

Not to dismiss the service and honors of those mentioned, but just off the top of my head, Matt Urban tied Audie Murphy once his Medal of Honor was awarded, he just didn't get his picture on Life magazine, Robert Howard receive more medals that either of Urban or Murphy, Eugene Fluckey received a Medal of Honor and 3 or 4 Navy Crosses, John Bulkeley received a Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, and Distinguished Service Cross. Lastly, people want to forget Douglas Mac Arthur because of who he was, but Medal of Honor, 3 Distinguished Service Crosses, 5 Distinguished Service Medals, Navy Distinguished Service Medal, 8 Siver Stars.

[wilfridBAUCHET]

bonjour reportage vidéo d'hommes qui ont fait preuve de courage extraordinaire pour les autres vivent en paix bravo a eux tous quelques soient les guerres reportage bien expliqué merci de ce partage vidéo et la qualité de votre travail cordialement

[Topofgermany]

Hans -Ulrich Rudel / Michael Wittmann 😅🙋‍♂️

[Christopher-xdin]

Signalman first class Doug Monroe. Uscg only moh. Rescued 500 Marines including Basalone. Chestys pullers men.

[benjaminrush]

Missed People. Smedley Butler, Alvin York, Roy Benavidez, Matt Urban, Robert Powers, and many others. There were some COs like Desmond Doss.