Kirk Kerkorian

My name is Kirk Kerkorian and I was born on June 6th, 1917. I was born in Armenia and grew up during the Great Depression. I learned English when I lived on the street. I dropped out of eighth grade to become a boxer. Later on, I became a pilot for the Royal Air Force during World War ll. I delivered supplies over the Atlantic ocean, flying the most dangerous routes. In 1962, I bought charter planes and also engaged in real estate in Las Vegas. In Las Vegas, I bought The Flamingo and built the Las Vegas scenic and The International and MGM Grand. I became the "father of the mega-resort"