Why Did John Wayne Never Serve in WWII?

Published on September 13, 2021
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A Reason

Could Wayne have seen the terrible condition his grandfather was left in and decided that he didn’t want the same? This could be a possible reason for the famous actor refusing to serve in the army.

A Reason

A Reason

Getting Inspiration

Although Wayne didn’t join the US army, he did get his name from a veteran. Additionally, his screen name has links to a veteran. The last part of his screen name was taken from the American Revolutionary War general Anthony Wayne.

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Getting Inspiration

Getting Inspiration