James Shepherd, born on September 15, 1937 in New York, USA
The Human
Who is James Shepherd?
James Shepherd is a human born in the United States of America in the late months of 1937. 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?
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The Context
What was the context in the United States of America in 1937?
The Hindenburg disaster occurred, marking the end of the airship era and highlighting the risks of hydrogen-filled dirigibles. The Golden Gate Bridge was completed and opened to the public, becoming an iconic symbol of San Francisco and a marvel of modern engineering. The Wagner-Steagall Act, or the Housing Act of 1937, was passed, creating the United States Housing Authority and providing funding for public housing for the poor, addressing the urban housing crisis.