John Ford
American film director (1894–1973) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Ford (February 1, 1894 – August 31, 1973) was an American movie director. He is best known as a director of western movies. He was born in Cape Elizabeth, Maine.
Quick Facts Born, Died ...
John Ford | |
---|---|
Born | John Martin Feeney (1894-02-01)February 1, 1894 Cape Elizabeth, Maine, U.S. |
Died | August 31, 1973(1973-08-31) (aged 79)[1] Palm Desert, California, U.S. |
Occupations |
|
Years active | 1917–66 |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/branch | U.S. Navy U.S. Naval Reserve |
Years of service | 1942–45 (active) 1946–62 (reserve) |
Rank | Commander (active) Rear Admiral (reserve) |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Close