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  2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Alvin_YorkAlvin York - Wikipedia

    A 1941 film about his World War I exploits, Sergeant York, was that year's highest-grossing film; Gary Cooper won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of York, and the film was credited with enhancing American morale as the U.S. mobilized for action in World War II.

  3. Academy Awards, USA. 1942 Nominee Oscar. Best Picture. 1942 Winner Oscar. Best Actor in a Leading Role. Gary Cooper. 1942 Nominee Oscar. Best Actor in a Supporting Role. Walter Brennan.

  4. Sergeant York: Directed by Howard Hawks. With Gary Cooper, Walter Brennan, Joan Leslie, George Tobias. A Tennessee farmer and marksman is drafted in World War I, and struggles with his pacifist inclinations before becoming one of the most celebrated war heroes.

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    • 1941-09-27
  5. Cooper went on to win the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance, while the film also won Best Film Editing and was nominated in nine other categories, including Best Picture, Director, Supporting Actor ( Walter Brennan ), and Supporting Actress ( Margaret Wycherly ).

  6. Initially awarded the Army Distinguished Service Cross Ribbon, Alvin C. York was upgraded to the Medal of Honor. This award is the second highest honor given to members of the United States Army. It is given in honor of excellent service that exceeds the call of duty.

  7. May 24, 2024 · Alvin York was a celebrated American hero of World War I, immortalized by the film version of his life story, Sergeant York (1941). A blacksmith from Cumberland Hill, Tenn., York was denied status as a conscientious objector and was drafted into the army during World War I.

  8. Mar 11, 2021 · York was immediately promoted to sergeant and soon became a national hero. York received a number of awards for his actions including the Medal of Honor and the French Croix de Guerre. He returned home a hero with a huge celebration in New York.

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