#45: Leonard Nimoy

Rank: Sergeant, United States Army Reserve

Duration: 18 Months

Before Leonard Nimoy became famous for his role as Mr. Spock in Star Trek and his directorial work on The Voyage Home, he spent 18 months in the Army Reserve. Rising to the rank of sergeant, Nimoy showcased his creative talents by organizing and performing in shows for the Army Special Services branch.

During his service, he contributed to a Marine Corps instructional video, offering insights into how the military addressed combat fatigue, now known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It doesn’t get more legendary than this…