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    14 Famous Athletes Drafted Into Combat During the Korean War

    From Ted Williams to Billy Martin, discover 14 famous athletes whose careers paused for service in the Korean War.

    When the Korean War erupted in June 1950, the United States called on citizens from every walk of life, including some of the era’s brightest athletic stars. From the baseball diamond to the gridiron, a surprising number of celebrated competitors…