The death of his dear friend forced Palmer to join the Coast Guard service in 1951. Bud Worsham was his best friend and roommate when he attended Wake Forest College in North Carolina
The golfer had served in the Coast Guard for about 4 years which is from 1951 to 1954.
“I’m very proud of the fact that I was in the Coast Guard.” Palmer had always felt pride in serving his nation. According to him, all the young need to have military training once in their life to have maturity.
Palmer had always found the military as an institution where one could improve oneself. “The military isn’t just about restrictions; it is a learning experience,” Palmer added.