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George L Drake 1918 - 1983

George L Drake was born on February 17, 1918, and died at age 65 years old on May 7, 1983. George Drake was buried at Camp Butler National Cemetery Section H Site 372 R.r. #1 - 5063 Camp Butler Road, in Springfield, Il. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember George L Drake.
George L Drake
February 17, 1918
May 7, 1983
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  • 02/17
    1918

    Birthday

    February 17, 1918
    Birthdate
    Unknown
    Birthplace
  • Military Service

    Branch of service: Us Navy Rank attained: LTJG Wars/Conflicts: World War Ii
  • 05/7
    1983

    Death

    May 7, 1983
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
    Unknown
    Death location
  • Gravesite & Burial

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    Funeral date
    Camp Butler National Cemetery Section H Site 372 R.r. #1 - 5063 Camp Butler Road, in Springfield, Il 62707
    Burial location
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In 1918, in the year that George L Drake was born, on November 1, an elevated train on the Brooklyn line of the subway - driven by an inexperienced operator because of a strike - tried to navigate a turn at 30mph. The limit on the curve was 6 mph. The 2nd and 3rd cars of the 5 car wooden train were badly damaged and at least 93 people were killed, making it the deadliest crash in New York subway history.
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In 1925, when he was only 7 years old, on November 28th, radio station WSM broadcast the Grand Ole Opry for the first time. Originally airing as “The WSM Barn Dance”, the Opry (a local term for "opera") was dedicated to honoring country music and in its history has featured the biggest stars and acts in country music.
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