Louis Zamperini - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 26, 1917 |
|---|---|
| Died | July 02, 2014 (age 97) |
| Birthplace | Olean, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Olympic athlete, World War II hero, and subject of the book and film 'Unbroken' |
Intro
Louis Zamperini was an American Olympic distance runner, World War II veteran, and a US Air Force lieutenant whose incredible story of survival as a Japanese prisoner of war became internationally known through the book and film 'Unbroken.'
Early Life & Background
Louis Zamperini was born to Italian immigrant parents and grew up in Torrance, California. He was a troubled youth but found direction as a talented runner, setting high school records and eventually qualifying for the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
Career Highlights
- Competed in the 1936 Berlin Olympics in the 5,000 meters.
- Served as a bombardier in the US Army Air Forces during World War II.
- Survived 47 days lost at sea after a plane crash and over two years as a prisoner of war in Japan.
- Authored his memoir and became the subject of Laura Hillenbrand's best-selling biography, 'Unbroken.'
- Honored with various military awards and recognized as a motivational speaker in later life.
Trivia
- Zamperini was one of the Olympic torchbearers for the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano, Japan, near one of the camps where he was held captive.
- His life story was adapted into the film 'Unbroken' directed by Angelina Jolie in 2014.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Louis Zamperini born?
Louis Zamperini was born the 26 January 1917.
Where is Louis Zamperini from?
Olean, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 26th, 1917, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 26, 1917, a significant border confrontation occurred between a Utah Army National Guard unit and Mexican rebels near the US-Mexico border. The skirmish resulted in 10 Mexican casualties and is historically noted as the last military engagement of its kind, marking the end of a tumultuous period of cross-border tensions and conflicts.
- Day of the week: January 26th, 1917 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: O'Brien is Tryin' to Learn to Talk Hawaiian by Horace Wright
- Popular movie: A Man There Was directed by Victor Sjöström
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