Louis Zamperini

January 9, 2024
War Hero

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Louis Zamperini
Full Name Louis Zamperini
Occupation War Hero
Date Of Birth Jan 26, 1917(1917-01-26)
Age 107
Date Of Death 2014-07-03
Birthplace Olean
Country United States
Birth City New York
Horoscope Capricorn

Louis Zamperini Biography

Name Louis Zamperini
Birthday Jan 26
Birth Year 1917
Place Of Birth Olean
Home Town New York
Birth Country United States
Birth Sign Capricorn
Spouse Cynthia Applewhite (m. 1946–2001)
Children(s) Luke Zamperini, Cissy Zamperini

Louis Zamperini is one of the most popular and richest War Hero who was born on January 26, 1917 in Olean, New York, United States. He placed 8th in the 5000-meter race at the 1936 Olympics, Berlin Germany. After being taken prisoner in Ofuna (Japan) during World War II, he was awarded a Purple Heart Medal.

Laura Hillenbrand wrote a book about his life and it was adapted into a 2014 film called Unbroken, directed by Angelina Jolie. wrote an autobiography about him, which was later adapted by Angelina Jolie into Unbroken (2014).

He was the son of Anthony Zamperini (a couple from Italy) and Louise Dossi (a pair of Italian immigrants). He was raised with two sisters, Virginia and Sylvia, as well as a brother named Pete. From 1946 to 2001, he was married to Cynthia Applewhite. He had two children, Cissy and Luke.

Louis Zamperini Net Worth

Net Worth $1 Million
Source Of Income War Hero
House Living in own house.

Louis Zamperini is one of the richest War Hero from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Louis Zamperini 's net worth $1 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a poor English speaker when he entered Torrance High School, California. Other students laughed at him. He went on to the University of Southern California, where he set the national college record for the mile in 4:08 and 8 seconds.

He began his career in war as an inspirational speaker for Christians after his military service.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Louis Zamperini Dating?

According to our records, Louis Zamperini married to Cynthia Applewhite (m. 1946–2001). As of December 1, 2023, Louis Zamperini’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Louis Ranked on the list of most popular War Hero. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Louis Zamperini celebrates birthday on January 26 of every year.

How heavy was the beam Louis Zamperini held?

Personal information
Died| July 2, 2014 (aged 97) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Alma mater| University of Southern California
Height| 5 ft 10 in (178 cm)
Weight| 132 lb (60 kg)

How far did Louis Zamperini adrift at sea?

He spent 47 days lost at sea. Adrift on a pair of life rafts with only meager provisions, the trio spent the next several weeks braving blistering heat, hunger, dehydration and circling packs of sharks.

Was Unbroken a true story?

Yes, Unbroken is based on true events. Zamperini, who died in 2014 at age 97, was a very real person, and the film tells the true story of his capture and perseverance as a prisoner of war.

How did Louis Zamperini survive 47 days at sea?

He devised a plan in which each man would get two squares of chocolate and three sips of water a day. This plan was meant to keep them alive for several days, at which time, they should be rescued from being lost at sea.

How long did Zamperini hold the plank?

Zamperini was pummeled with clubs, belts, and fists, and on one occasion, was ordered to hold a heavy wooden beam over his head. He lasted 37 minutes before passing out.

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