Harold Russell Canadian American Soldier And Actor Born 1914 - January 29 in History | This Day Story

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January 29, 2002

Harold Russell, Canadian-American soldier and actor (born 1914)

Harold Russell

Harold John Avery Russell was an American World War II veteran and actor. After losing his hands during his military service, Russell was cast in the epic drama film The Best Years of Our Lives (1946), which earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He was the first non-professional actor to win an Academy Award for acting and the first Oscar recipient to sell his award.

January 29

January 29 is the 29th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 336 days remain until the end of the year.

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