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Moments in NFL History: ‘Operation Overlord’ included 4 future Hall of Famers | Pro Football Hall of Fame
- Four future Pro Football Hall of Famers took part in the Normandy invasion during World War II.
- Dante Lavelli served in the 28th Infantry Division and fought at Normandy and the Bulge.
- Sid Luckman served as an ensign in the U.S. Merchant Marines ferrying troops to Normandy.
- Frank Gatski served as a private first class in the Army Enlisted Reserve Corps.
- Pete Pihos served as a second lieutenant in the 35th Infantry Division under Gen. Patton.
- The Hall of Fame notes these moments helped shape the athletes’ lives and football careers.
- The article is part of a series highlighting memorable NFL moments in history.
- The piece references Lavelli’s family recalling his service and pride in returning to football.
- The article mentions Eisenhower’s order to the troops on D-Day as context for the invasion.
- The article identifies the four individuals by name: Lavelli, Luckman, Gatski and Pihos.
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