Advertisement
Advertisement
A photo of Eli Jr Harper
Add photo

Eli Jr Harper 1921 - 1990

Eli Jr Harper-Jr of Brooklyn, Kings County, NY was born on May 5, 1921, and died at age 69 years old on October 24, 1990.
Eli Jr Harper-Jr
Brooklyn, Kings County, NY 11212
May 5, 1921
October 24, 1990
Male
Looking for another Eli Harper?
ADVERTISEMENT BY ANCESTRY.COM
This page exists for YOU
and everyone who remembers Eli.
Share what you know,
even ask what you wish you knew.
Invite others to do the same,
but don't worry if you can't...
Someone, somewhere will find this page,
and we'll notify you when they do.

Eli Jr Harper-Jr's History: 1921 - 1990

Uncover new discoveries and connections today by sharing about people & moments from yesterday.
  • 05/5
    1921

    Birthday

    May 5, 1921
    Birthdate
    Unknown
    Birthplace
  • Ethnicity & Family History

    Negro, Citizen
  • Nationality & Locations

    New York County, New York United States
  • Early Life & Education

    Grammar School
  • Military Service

    Military serial#: 32533204 Enlisted: October 17, 1942 in New York City New York Military branch: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, Usa Rank: Private, Selectees (enlisted Men) Terms of enlistment: Enlistment For The Duration Of The War Or Other Emergency, Plus Six Months, Subject To The Discretion Of The President Or Otherwise According To Law
  • Professional Career

    Semiskilled Furnacemen, Smelters, And Pourers
  • 10/24
    1990

    Death

    October 24, 1990
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
    Unknown
    Death location
  • share
    Memories
    below
Advertisement
Advertisement

Add Memories, Stories & Photos about Eli

Be the 1st to share and we'll let you know when others do the same.
Did you know?
In 1921, in the year that Eli Jr Harper was born, on November 11th, the first burial was held at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The body of an unknown soldier - selected by Army Sgt. Edward F. Younger who was highly decorated for valor and received the Distinguished Service Cross in "The Great War" - was brought back from France (World War 1) and placed in the newly completed tomb. President Warren G. Harding officiated at the interment ceremonies.
Did you know?
In 1931, Eli was just 10 years old when in March, “The Star Spangled Banner” officially became the national anthem by congressional resolution. Other songs had previously been used - among them, "My Country, 'Tis of Thee", "God Bless America", and "America the Beautiful". There was fierce debate about making "The Star Spangled Banner" the national anthem - Southerners and veterans organizations supported it, pacifists and educators opposed it.
ADVERTISEMENT BY ANCESTRY.COM
Advertisement

Eli Harper-Jr's Family Tree & Friends

Eli Harper-Jr's Family Tree

Parent
Parent
Partner
Child
Sibling
Advertisement
Advertisement
Friendships

Eli's Friends

Friends of Eli Friends can be as close as family. Add Eli's family friends, and his friends from childhood through adulthood.
Advertisement
Advertisement
 Followers & Sources
ADVERTISEMENT BY ANCESTRY.COM
Advertisement
Back to Top