Swofford, Anthony

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Born: Aug 12, 1969 AD
Currently alive, at 38 years of age.

Nationality: American
Categories: Authors, Military Officer, Writers


1970 - Anthony Swofford, born on the 12th of August in Fairfield, California. He was a lance corporal while serving as a spotter with the STA (Surveillance and Target Acquisition) Platoon of 2nd Battalion 7th Marines.

2003 - Published the book Jarhead.

2005 - His book is based on his accounts of various situations encountered in the first Gulf War. This memoir was made into a movie.

2007 - His first novel, "Exit A", came out in January.
Page last updated: 11:16am, 12th Apr '07

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