1. Audie Murphy
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Also Known As: Audie Leon Murphy
Birthday: 20 June 1925
Born In: Kingston, Texas, United States
Sun Sign: Gemini
Died On: 28 May 1971
Famous As: Soldier
Audie Murphy was one of the most celebrated and decorated American soldiers of World War II. He was honored with every military combat award for valor, including the Medal of Honor. He also had a successful acting career that spanned 21 years.
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Also Known As: George Smith Patton Jr.
Birthday: 11 November 1885
Born In: San Gabriel, California, United States
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died On: 21 December 1945
Famous As: Military General
George S. Patton commanded the U.S. Seventh Army during World War II. His achievements in the United States Army made him an American folk hero. Such was his popularity that many actors have portrayed him on-screen.
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Also Known As: President Washington
Birthday: 02 February 1732
Born In: Westmoreland County, Virginia, United States
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Died On: 14 December 1799
Famous As: First president of the United States
George Washington, the first president of the United States, led Patriot forces to victory in the country's War for Independence. After receiving initial military training with the Virginia Regiment, Washington went on to command the American forces against the British.
4. Alvin York
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Also Known As: Alvin Cullum York
Birthday: 13 December 1887
Born In: Fentress County, Tennessee, United States
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Died On: 02 September 1964
Famous As: Soldier
Alvin York was one of the most decorated soldiers who served in the United States Army during World War I. His heroism during the war not only earned him a Medal of Honor, but also made him a national hero and international celebrity.
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Also Known As: Teddy, Theodore Roosevelt Jr., T. R.
Birthday: 27 October 1858
Born In: New York, United States
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Died On: 06 January 1919
Famous As: 26th president of the United States (1901-1909)
Apart from serving as the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt was also instrumental in forming the First US Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, which was nicknamed 'The Rough Riders.' The regiment went on to capture Kettle Hill after winning the ‘Battle of Kettle Hill.’