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Audie Murphy Day honors veterans, service and sacrifice

by | Jun 25, 2026 | Area news, Latest

Members of the Texas Society of the Sons of the American Revolution enter the cobblestones of downtown Farmersville during the Audie Murphy Day Parade on Saturday, June 20 in historic downtown Farmersville. Photo Ian McVea

Veterans, community leaders and residents gathered Saturday at the Onion Shed for the annual Audie Murphy Day veteran’s ceremony, a cornerstone event of Farmersville’s celebration honoring the nation’s most decorated combat soldier of World War II and the town he called home.

The ceremony followed a full morning of Audie Murphy Day activities, including a veteran’s breakfast, downtown parade and other commemorative events held throughout the city.

Mayor Craig Overstreet opened the program by reading a proclamation recognizing Audie Murphy Day and reaffirming the city’s commitment to preserving the legacy of the famed war hero, actor and advocate for veterans.

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