James Michels
United States Marine
Died when: 63 years 364 days (767 months)Star Sign: Capricorn
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James R.Michels (January 18, 1918 – January 17, 1982) was a United States Marine corporal who served in World War II.He was part of the combat patrol that climbed up Mount Suribachi and raised the first American flag during the Battle of Iwo Jima, on February 23, 1945.
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