Bo Gritz

Date of Birth: January 18, 1939

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Biography

James Gordon “Bo” Gritz, born on January 18, 1939, is a highly decorated former United States Army Special Forces officer. Gritz’s military career spanned from 1957 to 1979, during which he served in the Vietnam War and was involved in numerous covert operations. Following his military service, Gritz became a prominent figure in American political and social movements, particularly known for his attempts to locate American POWs in Southeast Asia and his advocacy for veterans’ causes. He also ran for President of the United States as a third-party candidate in 1992. Gritz’s life has been marked by his controversial views and actions, including survivalist training camps and his outspoken criticism of the federal government.

5 Interesting Facts about Bo Gritz

1. Gritz was the inspiration for the fictional character John Rambo in the “First Blood” series.

2. He led several private missions to Southeast Asia to search for American POWs left behind after the Vietnam War.

3. Gritz was the Presidential candidate for the Populist Party in 1992.

4. He authored multiple books, including “A Nation Betrayed” and “Called to Serve.”

5. In the 1980s, he conducted survivalist training camps and became a prominent figure in the survivalist movement.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Bo Gritz

1. “The truth is like a lion; you don’t have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself.”

2. “We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history.”

3. “It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog.”

4. “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.”

5. “The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Bo Gritz’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 million, primarily from book sales, speaking engagements, and his survivalist training camps.