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11 Best-ever Nicknames of Military Leaders

Gen. Norman “The Bear” Schwarzkopf

10.) Staff Sgt. William “Wild Bill” Guarnere

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Staff Sgt. William Guarnere fought viciously against the Germans as a paratrooper in Europe and gained a reputation for it, leading to his nickname “Wild Bill” and his portrayal in Band of Brothers.

Because of his exotic last name, he also gained the unfortunate nickname of “gonorrhea.”

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11 Best-ever Nicknames of Military Leaders
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11 Best-ever Nicknames of Military Leaders
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Many get nicknames in the military, usually something derogatory. But not these guys. These 11 military leaders got awesome nicknames by doing awesome stuff.
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