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James Anderson is a human born in the early months of 1918. The sex at birth is presumed to be male.
What is the origin of the first name James?
James is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. It is the English form of the Latin name Iacomus, which was derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." James has been a royal name in Scotland and England for centuries and remains widely used today.
What's the history of this record on The Population Project?
This record was created on April 11, 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 1918?
The 1918 influenza pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, ravaged the United States and the world, leading to widespread tragedy and highlighting the need for public health improvements. World War I ended with the armistice on November 11, 1918, with the US playing a significant role in the Allied victory and shaping the post-war order. The Sedition Act of 1918 was enacted, expanding the Espionage Act to cover a broader range of offenses, including speech and the expression of opinions that cast the government or war effort in a negative light.
They were born in 1918
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