1920 Scotty of Star Trek and D-Day Survivor James Doohan (James Montgomery Doohan) Born March 3, 1920 d. 2005 Canadian actor. Famous for his portrayal of Chief Engineer Montgomery “Scotty” Scott on Star Trek (1966-69, “I’m givin’ her all she’s got, Captain!”). During the World War II D-Day invasion, Doohan shot two snipers while fighting with the Royal Canadian Artillery. However, he was hit by six rounds of friendly fire from a Canadian sentry. A round to his chest was stopped by a cigarette case he was carrying; a gift from his brother. A round to his hand required the amputation of his right middle finger. He also took four rounds in his leg, Doohan choose the name Montgomery for his character, which is his middle name (in honor of his grandfather James Montgomery). He also helped create the Klingon and Vulcan languages for Star Trek.
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