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Jimi_Hendrix_in_the_Army

Hendrix got into trouble with the law twice for riding in stolen cars. He was given a choice between spending two years in prison or joining the Army. Hendrix chose the latter and enlisted on May 31, 1961. He was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division”
Correction- He was in the 82nd A/B- but broke his ankle on his "cherry jump" at Ft. Bragg, and was released on a medical discharge. Served about 9 months.
 

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