John Carter(XIX)
- Actor
Born to John and Hattie Carter in Birmingham Alabama. John was
the third child and only son. He was always active in school, playing in
many school plays and sports. From fourth grade to his senior year in
high school, (Carol W. Hayes), he played and started on the basketball
teams and football teams. He earned several scholarships in football, but
opted to enlist in the Marines. In the Marines he earned two
meritorious promotions and was in consideration for duty at 8th and I
in Washington D.C to be communications operator on HMX-1 (Presidents
helicopter). His Marine career was cut short by an injury after ten
years of service. In the Marines he was awarded several honors including
the Navy Achievement Medal as well as several meritorious mass. Also
while in school John learned to play trombone earning first chair
status in two city wide competitions. He also earned first chair after
switching to the tuba. He has natural music abilities and also plays
piano after studying under Carrie Fox.