Erford Gage

Erford Holmes Gage (April 5, 1912 – March 17, 1945) was an American actor.[1] He was active in film between 1942 and 1944.

Erford Gage
Born
Erford Holmes Gage

(1912-04-05)April 5, 1912
DiedMarch 17, 1945(1945-03-17) (aged 32)
Luzon, Philippines
OccupationActor
Years active1942–1944

Personal life

Gage served as a staff sergeant in the 20th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army during World War II and was killed in action during the Battle of Luzon on March 17, 1945.[2][3] During his service, he was awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star Medal, and Purple Heart.[3] He is buried at Manila American Cemetery.[3]

Filmography

Year Title Role Notes
1942Seven Miles from AlcatrazPaul Brenner
1943Hitler's ChildrenDr. Schmidt
1943The Falcon Strikes BackRickey Davis
1943BombardierMeyerUncredited
1943Mr. LuckyHenchman
1943The Falcon in DangerEvan Morley
1943Mexican Spitfire's Blessed EventMinor RoleUncredited
1943The Fallen SparrowRomanUncredited
1943The Seventh VictimJason Hoag
1943The Adventures of a RookieSgt. Burke
1943Gangway for TomorrowDan Barton
1943Rookies in BurmaSergeant Burke
1944The Curse of the Cat PeoplePolice Captain
1944Days of GloryCol. PrilenkoUncredited, (final film role)

References

  1. "Erford Gage". BFI. Retrieved December 15, 2020.
  2. "Obituary for Erford Gage". The Birmingham News. April 26, 1945. Retrieved December 14, 2020.
  3. Wilson, Scott (2016). Resting Places: The Burial Sites of More Than 14,000 Famous Persons (3rd ed.). Jefferson, North Carolina: McFarland. p. 266. ISBN 9780786479924.
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