Keith Laumer

Novelist

Birthday June 9, 1925

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Jan 23, 1993 (67)

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About

An American science fiction author, he created such colorful characters as Bolo the Self-Aware Tank and Retief the Galactic Diplomat. He is also known for his Imperium and Lafayette O'Leary series.

Before Fame

He was an officer in the United States Air Force, and he also served as a U.S. diplomat.

Trivia

A model airplane enthusiast, he created two dozen designs for Model Airplane News, Flying Models, and other publications.

Family Life

He grew up in Syracuse, New York. His brother, March Laumer, also had a career as a writer.

Associated With

He and Sam Johnson both served in the U.S. Air Force.