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Gene Markey
American film producer / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Eugene Willford "Gene" Markey (December 11, 1895 – May 1, 1980) was an American writer, producer, screenwriter, and highly decorated naval officer.
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![]() Hedy Lamarr and Gene Markey, 1939 | |
Born | Eugene Willford Markey (1895-12-11)December 11, 1895 Jackson, Michigan, U.S. |
Died | May 1, 1980(1980-05-01) (aged 84) Miami Beach, Florida, U.S. |
Resting place | Lexington Cemetery |
Spouses | |
Children | 1 |
Military career | |
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Years of service | 1918, 1920–56 (37 years) |
Rank | Lieutenant (Army)/Rear Admiral (Navy) |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Awards | Legion of Merit Bronze Star Legion of Honor (France) Star of Solidarity (Italy) Navy Commendation Medal |
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