Leon Klinghoffer | |
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Born | New York City, New York, United States | September 24, 1916
Died | October 8, 1985 | (aged 69)
Cause of death | Shooting |
Resting place | Beth David Memorial Park Kenilworth, New Jersey, United States |
Occupation | Appliance manufacturer |
Spouse | Marilyn Klinghoffer |
Children | 2 |
Leon Klinghoffer (September 24, 1916 – October 8, 1985) was an American man who was shot, killed and thrown overboard from the cruise ship Achille Lauro by members of the Palestinian Liberation Front who hijacked the ship in 1985.[1]