In 1958, Elvis Presley’s manager, Colonel Tom Parker, arranged for news crews to document the singer’s induction into the army. Elvis would serve in the United States Army despite his celebrity status ...
Elvis Presley spent two years in the Army. He was inducted on March 24, 1958, and he was discharged from active duty on March 5, 1960. He did not record any new music or make any movies while in the ...
This week in 1960: National Council Of Churches assailed sex and violence on radio and TV; U.S. Army announced the first known interception of one guided missile by another; a Marine helicopter ...
Graceland is launching a "Private Presley" tour focusing on Elvis Presley's military service. The tour will run from May 23-26 and feature stories and artifacts related to Elvis' time in the Army.