The Unexpected List of Hollywood Elite Who Served in the Military

Considered one of baseball’s titans, the legendary Red Sox outfielder boasts a stellar record: 19 All-Star appearances and a rare .400 batting average in a season. Amidst his illustrious career, he displayed extraordinary valor by volunteering for the Marine Corps in 1942. Although he didn’t engage in combat during WWII, his dedication to service persisted.

When summoned during the Korean War in 1952, he courageously piloted 39 perilous combat missions as a Marine Corps aviator. Beyond his sporting achievements, he earned accolades as a valiant marine, embodying the ethos of duty and honor in sports and service to his country.