Hollywood’s Hidden Heroes: You Won’t Believe Which Celebrities Served in the Military!
Clark Gable – Major, Air Force
Clark Gable, the dashing king of Hollywood’s Golden Age, donned a military uniform during World War II. This screen legend, known for his role in “Gone with the Wind,” took a surprising turn in 1942 by joining the U.S. Army Air Forces. Stationed in Europe, Clark rose to the rank of Major.
He wasn’t just posing for the cameras; Clark flew combat missions as an aerial gunner in a B-17 Flying Fortress. His star power was used to boost morale, and he even appeared in a recruitment film. Imagine Rhett Butler, but in a bomber jacket, braving enemy skies!