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James L Shirek 1921 - 1961

James L Shirek was born on April 2, 1921, and died at age 40 years old on November 23, 1961. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember James L Shirek.
James L Shirek
April 2, 1921
November 23, 1961
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James L Shirek's History: 1921 - 1961

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  • 04/2
    1921

    Birthday

    April 2, 1921
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  • 11/23
    1961

    Death

    November 23, 1961
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    James L Shirek lived 34 years shorter than the average family member when died at the age of 40.
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In 1921, in the year that James L Shirek 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.
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In 1935, at the age of just 14 years old, James was alive when on August 14, the Social Security Act was signed into law. The purpose was to "provide federal assistance to those unable to work". The law established the Social Security Administration whose primary focus was to "provide aid for the elderly, the unemployed, and children". The Act survived many Supreme Court challenges and the Administration continues until today.
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