Celebrities That Served In the Military Before Hollywood Fame

Mel Brooks

During World War II, Mel Brooks served in the Army Corps of Engineers. His role in the Army was a dangerous but very vital one to the effort. He was the person who deactivated enemy land mines leading into Nazi Germany. He also had a role in organizing variety shows for the troops and served as a corporal in the 1104 Engineer Combat Battalion, 78th Infantry Division. 

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