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Frederick Heyliger

1916 – 2001

American officer

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About Frederick Heyliger

Lived 1916 – 2001 (aged 85). Frederick Heyliger was an American military officer.

Frederick Theodore "Moose" Heyliger (23 June 1916 – 3 November 2001) was an American military officer who served with Easy Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment in the 101st Airborne Division of the United States Army during World War II. He took part in D-Day and Operation Market Garden, before being discharged due to injury sustained from friendly fire.

In the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers, Heyliger was portrayed by Scottish actor Stephen McCole.

Early life Heyliger was born in Concord, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Heyliger completed three years of college.

Military service Heyliger was assigned to the 506th's Easy Company before the paratrooper division left the United States; he was later assigned as mortar platoon leader for 2nd Battalion's Headquarters Company. After Richard Winters was assigned as executive officer of 2nd Battalion, First Lieutenant Heyliger took command of Easy Company from Winters' first replacement.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst, Lawrence Academy at Groton
Awards
Military Cross; Bronze Star Medal; Purple Heart; American Campaign Medal
Also known as
Moose Heyliger

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frederick Heyliger?

American officer (1916-2001)

When was Frederick Heyliger born?

Frederick Heyliger was born on 23 June 1916 in Acton.

When did Frederick Heyliger die?

Frederick Heyliger died on 3 November 2001 in Concord.

What was Frederick Heyliger's occupation?

Frederick Heyliger was a military officer.

What nationality was Frederick Heyliger?

Frederick Heyliger was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick Heyliger

· Wikidata: Q5498028

· DBpedia: Frederick Heyliger

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