Top 20 War Hero celebrities in the world
Here is the latest list of the world's top 20 War Hero celebrities [Updated January 28, 2023].
Isaac Brock was born
on October 6, 1769
in England.
He held the position of Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada.
Net Worth 2020: $6 Million
John Bradley was born
on July 10, 1923
in United States.
After raising the first flag, he helped raise the second, larger flagstaff on Mount Suribachi on February 23, 1945.
Net Worth 2020: $5 Million
Paul Revere was born
on January 1, 1735
in Boston, United States.
Net Worth 2020: $5 Million
Chris Kyle was born
on April 8, 1974
in Odessa, United States.
American military sniper known for recording more confirmed kills than any sniper in American history. He wrote a best-selling autobiography, American Sniper, which was turned into a 2014 Hollywood film of the same name, starring Bradley Cooper. In February 2013, he was killed by a colleague at a Texas shooting range.
He appeared on the reality TV series Stars Earn Stripes.
Net Worth 2020: $2 Million
David Petraeus was born
on November 7, 1952
in United States.
He apologized publicly for his behavior and resigned his leadership of the CIA in 2012, after it was revealed that he had had an extramarital affair.
Net Worth 2020: $2 Million
Marcus Luttrell was born
on November 7, 1975
in Houston, United States.
AmericanNavy SEAL and war hero who received the Navy Cross and Purple Heart due to his actions during Operation Red Wings in 2005. In 2016, he endorsed Donald Trump as a presidential candidate.
He co-authored the New York Times bestselling book Lone Survivor: The Eyewitness Account of Operation Redwing and the Lost Heroes of SEAL Team 10.
Net Worth 2020: $1.5 Million
Louis Zamperini was born
on January 26, 1917
in Olean, United States.
After his war career, he began a career as a Christian inspirational speaker.
Net Worth 2020: $1 Million
Audie Murphy was born
on June 10, 1924
in Kingston, United States.
He became famous through an article in LIFE magazine and won 33 medals from the military.
Net Worth 2020: $300 Thousand
Michael P. Murphy was born
on May 7, 1976
in Long Island, United States.
He had a U.S. warship and a post office named in his honor. His alma mater, Penn State, also dedicated a plaza to him.
Thomas Stonewall Jackson was born
on January 21, 1824
in Clarksburg, United States.
He received his famous nickname, "Stonewall," during the First Battle of Bull Run.
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Salary 2020: $1,200 per year
John Laurens was born
on October 28, 1754
in United States.
His life came to an end during the Battle of the Combahee River.
Joan of Arc was born
on January 6, 1412
in France.
Catholic saint who disguised herself as a man and led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War. After being captured by the Burgundians, she was burned at the stake for heresy when she was 19 years old. Actress Ingrid Bergman portrayed her in a 1948 Victor Fleming film.
Twenty-five years after her execution, Pope Callixtus III reviewed her trial, pronounced her innocent, and declared her a martyr.
Casimir Pulaski was born
on March 6, 1745
in Poland.
He was victorious at Brandywine and Germantown before being mortally wounded during the Battle of Savannah.
Antonio Luna was born
on October 29, 1866
in Spain.
He became one of the Filipino expatriates who mounted the Propaganda Movement in Spain.
Mangal Pandey was born
on July 19, 1827
in India.
The Government of India issued a postage stamp in his honor in October 1984.
Nathan Hale was born
on June 6, 1755
in Coventry, United States.
He was captured and hanged by British forces following his failed espionage mission.
Oliver Hazard Perry was born
on August 23, 1785
in South Kingston, United States.
His younger brother was fellow Commodore Matthew Perry.
Irena Sendler was born
on February 15, 1910
in Otwock, Poland.
Her heroism remained largely unrecognized until a group of Kansas high school students wrote a play called "Life in a Jar" that was based on her story.
Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben was born
on September 17, 1730
in Germany.
Today, Von Steuben Day is celebrated in cities across the United States on or around his birthday, primarily by German-Americans.
Eva Mozes Kor was born
on January 30, 1934
in Romania.
She publicly forgave the Nazis and their head doctor, Josef Mengele. Her decision was explored in the documentary film Forgiving Dr. Mengele.
