Featured subject of “The Pacific” mini-series.
Leonard LakeHe and another Marine kidnapped, tortured and killed at least a dozen people.
Hussein Mohammed FarahSomalian “Operation Restore Hope” veteran becomes leader of Somalia.
Ira HayesPlayed himself in “Sands of Iwo Jima” before dying of alcoholism.
Jason JohnsonDesert Storm Marine married a Bahraini princess; made-for-TV in real life.
Jason ThomasOne of two real heroes portrayed in Oliver Stone film “World Trade Center.”
John BasiloneFeatured subject of “The Pacific” mini-series.
Eugene SledgeAutobiographical author and featured subject of “The Pacific” mini-series.
Flag-Raisers of Iwo JimaTheir story in an iconic photograph, statue, Oscar-winning film and a John Wayne film.
“Pappy” BoyingtonMedal of Honor winner, WWII ace and POW; TV show based on his story.