Louis Zamperini, R.I.P. – Cause of Death, Date of Death, Age and Birthday
The war hero Louis Zamperini passed away at age 97, this age of death has to be considered astounding. What was the cause of death? Below is all you want to know regarding the death of Louis Zamperini and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
He finished 8th in the 5000 meter race at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin Germany. He then earned a Purple Heart medal after being held as a prisoner of war in Ofuna, Japan during World War II.
He was born to Anthony Zamperini and Louise Dossi, a pair of Italian immigrants, and raised with a brother named Pete and two sisters named Virginia and Sylvia. He was married to Cynthia Applewhite from 1946 to 2001. He had children named Luke and Cissy.
How did Louis Zamperini die?
Louis Zamperini's death was caused by pneumonia.
| Cause of death | Pneumonia |
|---|---|
| Age of death | 97 years |
| Profession | War Hero |
| Birthday | January 26, 1917 |
| Death date | July 3, 2014 |
| Place of death | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Place of burial | Cremated, Ashes given to family or friend |
Quotes by Louis Zamperini
Every soldier should learn survival on land, sea, and in the air.
Louis Zamperini
I couldn’t speak English. I’m in kindergarten, and the only reason I got through to first grade is because I cheated.
Louis Zamperini
All I did was pray to God, every day. In prison camp, the main prayer was, ‘Get me home alive, God, and I’ll seek you and serve you.’ I came home, got wrapped up in the celebration, and forgot about the hundreds of promises I’d made to God.
Louis Zamperini
I’ve got to say that is – the highest emotion of the human experience is going down in a plane knowing your going to die!
Louis Zamperini
Unbroken’ was published as a help to society.
Louis Zamperini
