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  1. Mar 2, 2016 · Kennedy would serve the Army for 16 years, eventually attaining the rank of Captain. True to his radio roots, he became a disc jockey on Armed Forces Radio, and helped establish the Army...

  2. en.m.wikipedia.org › wiki › George_KennedyGeorge Kennedy - Wikipedia

    Kennedy enlisted in the United States Army during World War II in 1943. He served 16 years, reaching the rank of captain. Kennedy served in the infantry under George S. Patton, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and earned two Bronze Stars.

  3. Jan 6, 2023 · Instead, Kennedy enlisted as an infantryman in the US Army, serving under Gen. George Patton, whom he’d later portray in 1978’s Brass Target. One of the most notable engagements he participated in was the Battle of the Bulge .

  4. Following high school graduation, Kennedy enlisted in the United States Army in 1943 with the hope to become a fighter pilot in the Army Air Corps. Instead, he wound up in the infantry, served under General George S. Patton and distinguished himself with valor. He won two Bronze Stars and four rows of combat and service ribbons.

  5. George Kennedy, known for his tough-guy roles in film and television, had a military career that often goes overlooked. He served under General George Patton...

  6. Jun 27, 2024 · George Kennedy didn't just play tough guys on screen - he was one! With a 16-year military career, he brought experience to his acting roles.

  7. We're used to witnessing George Kennedy, an Academy Award-winning actor, playing rugged characters in both film and television. His portrayal drew from his own life experiences, having spent 16 years in the US Army before venturing into acting.

  8. Following high school graduation, Kennedy enlisted in the United States Army in 1943 with the hope to become a fighter pilot in the Army Air Corps. Instead, he wound up in the infantry, served under General George S. Patton and distinguished himself with valor. He won two Bronze Stars and four rows of combat and service ribbons.

  9. Jun 6, 2023 · George Kennedy was an American actor who had a career spanning over five decades. He was born on February 18, 1925, and passed away on February 28, 2016.

  10. Mar 4, 2016 · Bob spoke with George Kennedy about his memoir, Trust Me, a down-to-earth reflection on his life, including his difficult early years during the Great Depression, his military service during World War II, and his time in the Hollywood spotlight.

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