Original Member Of Group That Inspired 'Dirty Dozen' Dies -- The Telegraph
One of the original members of the 'Filthy Thirteen', a crack US Army unit that inspired the Hollywood film The Dirty Dozen has died at the age of 88.
Jack Agnew belonged to the unofficial unit which operated behind enemy lines and was known for the less than respectful behaviour of its members.
Its soldiers refused to salute officers, or mop barracks, and were famed for brawling, drinking and spending time in the stockade. Some even wore Mohawk haircuts and donned war paint, inspired by their leader Jake McNiece, who was part Native American.
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More News On The Passing Away Of Jack Agnew
Inspiration for ‘Dirty Dozen’ dies -- Navy Times/AP
Member of unit linked to 'Dirty Dozen' dies in Pa. -- AP
‘Dirty Dozen’ war veteran Jack Agnew dies aged 88 -- Metro.co.uk
John Agnew, 88, veteran, member of The Dirty Dozen -- Philly.com
My Comment: What he experienced in real life would probably make the original movie tame in comparison. Sighhhh .... another soldier from the Great Generation gone forever.
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