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Hollywood’s Hidden Heroes: You Won’t Believe Which Celebrities Served in the Military!

Henry Fonda – Lieutenant Junior, Navy

In 1942, the silver screen lost one of its stars to the navy blue of the U.S. Navy. Henry Fonda, renowned for his captivating blue eyes and resonant voice, joined the war effort, serving on the destroyer USS Satterlee as Quartermaster 3rd Class.

He wasn’t just your typical sailor; Henry later worked in Air Combat Intelligence in the Central Pacific. Imagine him swapping film scripts for naval charts and secret codes! Climbing the ranks to Lieutenant Junior Grade, he showed that his talents extended far beyond the camera’s lens, making his mark in both Hollywood and the high seas.