Irving Peress
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Irving Peress (July 31, 1917 – November 13, 2014) was an American dentist and military officer who became a primary target for investigation of alleged communist leanings during the 1954 Army–McCarthy hearings.
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Irving Peress | |
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Born | (1917-07-31)July 31, 1917 Bronx, New York, U.S. |
Died | November 13, 2014(2014-11-13) (aged 97) Queens, New York, U.S. |
Education | City College of New York New York University College of Dentistry (DDS) |
Occupation | Dentist |
Years active | 1940–1980 |
Known for | Target of Army–McCarthy hearings |
Spouse | Elaine Gittelson (m. 1942–2012, her death) |
Children | 3 |
Military career | |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1952–1954 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | U.S. Army Dental Command |
Battles/wars | Korean War |
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