Arnold Palmer served his country for three years with which branch of the US Armed Forces?

More about Arnold Palmer

• During his time in the Coast Guard he became the yeoman for the commander of the 9th Coast Guard District.
• “The knowledge I gained, the maturity I gained in the Coast Guard was unbelievable. It matured me,” said Palmer. “It made me a better person.”
• He had his first significant win, the 1954 US Amateur, soon after his service.
• You can read more at the official blog of the US Coast Guard.

His enlistment was motivated by the tragic death of his close friend, Bud Worsham, in a car accident, which deeply affected him during his time at Wake Forest College. Seeking a way to cope with his grief, Palmer decided to join the Coast Guard.

During his service, Palmer underwent basic training at Cape May, New Jersey, and later served at the Coast Guard station in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was involved with the Coast Guard Auxiliary. His military duties included training recruits and working as a photographer, capturing ID card photos. 

After completing his service, Palmer returned to college to finish his education before embarking on his remarkable golf career.