Celebrities That Served In the Military Before Hollywood Fame

Prince Andrew

Who wouldn't want a member of royalty in their platoon? The Duke of York served in the English military as a helicopter pilot for a few years. Additionally, until 1986, the Duke served on the HMS Brazen. He was deployed in the Mediterranean Sea and fought in the Falklands War. He was described by a Commander as "an excellent pilot and a very promising officer."

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.