James R. Webb
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James Ruffin Webb (October 4, 1909 – September 27, 1974) was an American screenwriter.[1] He was best known for writing the screenplay for the film How the West Was Won (1962), which garnered widespread critical acclaim and earned him an Academy Award.
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James R. Webb | |
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Born | James Ruffin Webb (1909-10-04)October 4, 1909 |
Died | September 27, 1974(1974-09-27) (aged 64) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Los Angeles National Cemetery |
Other names | James Webb |
Education | Stanford University |
Occupation | Screenwriter |
Years active | 1938–1971 |
Spouse | Susan Noble |
Children | 2 |
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