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John Wayne

(1907–1979) Film Actor United States

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The Alamo stands as a symbol of fighting for freedom in the quotes, and the writer mentions a shift from left‑wing ideas to a more conservative view. He also says true courage is riding out fear, even when work steals family conversation.

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John Wayne was a film actor from the United States, best known for John Wayne Adventure Comics No. 10.

Quick Facts About John Wayne

Born
May 26, 1907
Died
June 11, 1979
Nationality
United States
Profession
Film Actor
Notable works
John Wayne Adventure Comics No. 10
Spouse
Esperanza Baur

About John Wayne

John Wayne, whose birth name was Marion Robert Morrison, was an American actor nicknamed 'Duke'. He starred in many Western and war films from the silent era of the 1920s through the 1970s, appearing in 179 film and television productions. He was a top box‑office draw for three decades and, in 1999, the American Film Institute named him one of the greatest male stars of classic American cinema.

Awards & Honors

Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award Congressional Gold Medal Owen Wister Award Presidential Medal of Freedom Academy Award for Best Actor Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama California Hall of Fame star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Golden Plate Award

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