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Well, who knew? Elvis Presley actually fought in the Army! I mean, talk about a surprise. It’s not like you hear about that every day. Anyways, it turns out that The King of Rock and Roll was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1958 and served until 1960. Whoa! Can you believe it? He even received two promotions during his service time - from private to sergeant! Now that’s impressive.
Did Elvis Actually Fight In The Army? [Solved]
Presley was a real trooper, serving in two different armor battalions. From March 28 to September 17, 1958, he was part of Company A, 2d Medium Tank Battalion, 37th Armor at Fort Hood. During that time he really knuckled down and got his basic and advanced military training done.
Well, Elvis actually did fight in the Army! He was drafted in 1958 and served until 1960. He was a regular soldier, just like any other guy. He even earned a sharpshooter badge and rose to the rank of sergeant! Who knew?
