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William M Draffen 1912 - 1990

William M Draffen was born on February 11, 1912, and died at age 78 years old on May 9, 1990. William Draffen was buried at Little Rock National Cemetery Section 2 Site 125A 2523 Confederate Boulevard, in Little Rock, Ar. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember William M Draffen.
William M Draffen
February 11, 1912
May 9, 1990
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William M Draffen's History: 1912 - 1990

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  • 02/11
    1912

    Birthday

    February 11, 1912
    Birthdate
    Unknown
    Birthplace
  • Military Service

    Branch of service: Us Army Rank attained: PVT Wars/Conflicts: World War Ii
  • 05/9
    1990

    Death

    May 9, 1990
    Death date
    Unknown
    Cause of death
    Unknown
    Death location
  • Gravesite & Burial

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    Little Rock National Cemetery Section 2 Site 125A 2523 Confederate Boulevard, in Little Rock, Ar 72206
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In 1912, in the year that William M Draffen was born, in October, former President Theodore Roosevelt was shot, but not killed, while campaigning for another term as President with the newly created Bull Moose (Progressive) Party. John Schrank was a Bavarian-born saloon-keeper from New York who had been stalking Roosevelt when he shot him just before a campaign speech. Shot in the chest (and showing the audience his bloody shirt), Roosevelt went on to give a 55 to 90 minute talk (reports vary on the length) before being treated for the injury. After 8 days in the hospital, Roosevelt went back on the campaign trail.
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In 1925, William was merely 13 years old when 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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