I normally don't care too much for war movies but happened to see Sgt. York not long ago. It was a very good movie but the story was almost unbelievable. I asked my Father, who knew a lot about York, and he said the movie was right on the money.
A few details were changed such as he had more brothers and sisters than the movie showed and used a different pistol than the movie had but that is not important.
It is incredible that a conscientious objector would end up winning the Medal of Honor.
I also thought Pastor Pyle, portrayed by Walter Brennan was worthy of an Oscar. How could you possibly have a preacher jumping and singing "That old time religion" from the pulpit and yet not have it be even a little bit ridiculous. A truly great performance.
Walter Brennen played a lot of old guys before his time because he had lost his teeth due to being gassed in World War I.
http://volweb.utk.edu/Schools/York/diary.html
A few details were changed such as he had more brothers and sisters than the movie showed and used a different pistol than the movie had but that is not important
You must have seen the same documentry I did on the pistol. Interesting trivia.
The real Alvin York looks nothing like Coop. He's short, - like most men were in those days - with dark hair and lip hair. Looks more like an accountant.
Anuyay, thanks for the message. You articulate well in your message(s)
I agree about Sgt. York.
One of my very favorite movies of all time!