This veteran invented G.I. Joe based on his own war experiences
In 1964, Americans were introduced to the very first G.I. Joe, AKA “America’s Moveable Fighting Man.” Named for the 1945 movie starring Robert Mitchum, Story of G.I. Joe (where G.I….
The real ‘GI Joe’ is one of four living WWII Medal of Honor recipients
If you listen to Francis Currey describe his life, he’ll tell you he’s an average man. Never mind that he’s been featured on a U.S. postage stamp and was a model for one of the most famous dolls in history — G.I. Joe.
Despite his pro…