Benjamin H. Vandervoort
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Benjamin Hayes "Vandy" Vandervoort was an officer of the United States Army, who fought with distinction in World War II. He was twice awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. He was portrayed by John Wayne in the 1962 war film The Longest Day. Wikipedia
Born: March 3, 1917, Gasport, NY
Died: November 18, 1990 (age 73 years), Hilton Head Island, SC
Education: Washington College
Award: Distinguished Service Cross (2)
Nickname(s): "Vandy"
Unit: Infantry Branch
Years of service: 1937−1946