Famous Veterans Born On May 8
Discover notable Americans who proudly served in the United States Armed Forces before, during, or after achieving fame.
Every birthday tells a story. Every veteran answered the call.
Famous Veterans Born on May 8
Famous Veterans Born May 8th, 1937:
Thomas Pynchon – Novelist: Gravity’s Rainbow – (Navy 1955-1957)
Famous Veterans Born May 8th, 1926:
Don Rickles – Actor, Comedian – (Navy 1941-1946) – Died: April 6, 2017
Famous Veterans Born May 8th, 1920:
Sloan Wilson – Author: A Summer Place – (Coast Guard) – Died: May 25, 2003
Famous Veterans Born May 8th, 1916:
John Mariucci – National Hockey League: Chicago Black Hawks – (Coast Guard WWII) – Died: March 23, 1987
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