Anthony Swofford
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1970 –
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Who is Anthony Swofford?
Anthony Swofford is an American writer and former U.S. Marine, best known for his 2003 book Jarhead, based heavily on his accounts of various situations encountered in the Persian Gulf War. This memoir was the basis of the 2005 movie of the same name, directed by Sam Mendes. The title refers to a nickname for the Marines, which itself is derived from the traditional high and tight haircuts favored by the Marines, giving them a "jar-like" appearance.
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- Born
- Aug 12, 1970
Fairfield - Also known as
- Swoff
- Spouses
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Education
- Bachelor of Arts, University of California, Davis
English Literature - Master of Fine Arts, University of Iowa
- American River College
- Bachelor of Arts, University of California, Davis
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on July 23, 2013
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