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George Vujnovich | |
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| Born | George Mane Vujnovich May 31, 1915 |
| Died | April 24, 2012 (aged 96) |
| Alma mater | University of Belgrade |
| Spouse | Mirjana Lazich |
| Awards | Bronze Star Medal (2010) |
| Espionage activity | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service branch | United States Army Office of Strategic Services |
| Rank | Major |
| Operations | Operation Halyard |
George Mane Vujnovich (May 31, 1915 – April 24, 2012) was an American intelligence officer for the Office of Strategic Services during World War II. He is known for his role in the organization of Operation Halyard, a successful operation that evacuated over 500 downed Allied airmen from Serbia.[1][2]
- ^ Goldstein, Richard (April 29, 2012). "George Vujnovich is Dead at 96; Led War Rescue". The New York Times. Retrieved May 3, 2012.
- ^ "George Vujnovich". The Daily Telegraph. London. May 27, 2012.