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  1. Famous Veterans

Famous Veterans

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Ed Farhat The Sheik
'The Sheik' Was a WWII Army Veteran Who Revolutionized Pro Wrestling

Ed Farhat drove a tank in Europe and later drove his fists into the faces of his wrestling opponents.

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World War II Gave the NFL One of Its Greatest Defensive Players of All Time

From 1949 to 1962, "Concrete Charlie" was one of the most feared linebackers in the NFL.

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Rod Serling knew what it was like to be tired of war on a deep level and uncertain of your own survival.

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Famous Veterans: Drew Carey

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Gene Hackman in the "French Connection."
Famous Veteran: Gene Hackman

"I have trouble with direction, because I have trouble with authority. I was not a good Marine."

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