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Lucille Ingram is a human born in the United States of America in 1940. The sex at birth is presumed to be female.
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This record was created on December 09, 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 1940?
The Selective Training and Service Act of 1940 was passed, creating the first peacetime conscription in United States history, in anticipation of World War II involvement. Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to an unprecedented third term as President, reflecting the nation's trust in his leadership during the ongoing crisis. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was officially dedicated, preserving one of the largest protected areas in the eastern United States and highlighting the country's commitment to conservation and natural beauty.
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