Douglas Fairbanks Jr.

Before dipping his feet into the murky waters of Hollywood, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. worked as a clerk, and by 1939, the actor was already a household name – All that had to be kept on hold, though, as World War II broke out.

Douglas was assigned to South America’s special envoy when the USA joined the conflict. During his time in the Navy, Douglas played a significant combat role, establishing a special Navy unit called ‘Beach Jumpers,’ whose specialty was deception and psychological warfare. With his mark in service well documented and recognized, Fairbanks retired from the force as a captain in 1954.