Clark Gable enlisted as a private in the Army Air Force on Aug. 12, 1942, at Los Angeles.
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Jump to World War II - Lombard had suggested that Gable enlist as part of the war effort, but MGM was reluctant to let him go, and he resisted the suggestion. Gable made a public statement after Lombard's death that prompted the Commanding General of the U.S. Army Air Forces Henry H. "Hap" Arnold to offer Gable ...
Jimmy Stewart
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James Maitland Stewart (May 20, 1908 – July 2, 1997) was an American actor and military officer who is among the most honored and popular stars in film history. A major Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer contract player, Stewart was known for his distinctive drawl and down-to-earth persona, which helped him often portray American ...
Years of service: 1941–1968
Service/branch: United States Army Air Forces
Battles/wars: World War II: European Theater of ...
Rank: Brigadier General (Air Force)