Russell Reeder
American soldier and author
Born
March 4th, 1902
123 years ago
Died
1998
27 years ago — 96 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Served as a soldier in the U.S. Army during World War II, participating in key military operations. Later authored works that reflected experiences in the military and insights gained from service. Contributed to veterans' literature and chronicled the challenges faced by returning soldiers.
Served in the U.S. Army during World War II
Authored military-related literature
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