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Maria Shriver, born on November 6, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois, USA
The Human
Who is Maria Shriver?
Maria Shriver is a human born in the United States of America in the late months of 1955. The sex at birth is presumed to be female.
What is the origin of the first name Maria?
Maria is a feminine given name of Latin origin, used across various cultures and languages. It is the Latin form of Mary, meaning "beloved" or "sea of bitterness." Maria is widely used in Christian tradition, honoring the Virgin Mary. The name represents compassion, purity, and enduring strength.
What's the history of this record on The Population Project?
This record was created on April 19, 2024 on The Population Project. It hasn't been edited since then.
The Context
What was the context in the United States of America in 1955?
Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, leading to the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement. The Disneyland theme park opened in Anaheim, California, becoming a cultural landmark and symbolizing American entertainment innovation. The polio vaccine, developed by Dr. Jonas Salk, began nationwide distribution, marking a significant advancement in public health and the eventual eradication of polio in the United States.
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