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Bessie L Smith 1917 - 1992

Bessie L Smith was born on January 27, 1917, and died at age 75 years old in February 1992. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Bessie L Smith.
Bessie L Smith
January 27, 1917
February 1992
Female
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  • 01/27
    1917

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    January 27, 1917
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  • 02/dd
    1992

    Death

    February 1992
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    Cause of death
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    Bessie L Smith lived 3 years longer than the average family member when died at the age of 75.
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In 1917, in the year that Bessie L Smith was born, in April, the U.S. entered World War I, declaring war against Germany. President Wilson had previously declared neutrality in the war - a position supported by the majority of Americans - but after Germany declared that they would sink all ships trading with Great Britain and sunk U.S. ships, public opinion began to change. Then the Lusitania was sunk, killing 1,201 - including 128 Americans - and more U.S. ships were sunk. The U.S. could stand aside no longer.
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In 1925, Bessie was merely 8 years old when on November 28th, radio station WSM broadcast the Grand Ole Opry for the first time. Originally airing as “The WSM Barn Dance”, the Opry (a local term for "opera") was dedicated to honoring country music and in its history has featured the biggest stars and acts in country music.
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