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George M. Avakian
| George M. Avakian | |
|---|---|
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1919 |
| Died | 22 November 2017 |
| Nativity | Russia |
| Religion | Greek Orthodox |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Branch |  United States Army |
| ASN | 32171331 |
| Rank | Staff Sergeant |
| Camp Ritchie | Class 18 (13 April – 10 June 1944) |
| Section | 6E |
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George M. Avakian (1919 – 22 November 2017) was a Ritchie Boy (from Russia; Greek Orthodox) who trained at Camp Ritchie in class 18.
Biography
Ritchie Boy historian Dan Gross informed me of the recent passing of RB George Avakian at age 98 in New York City. Avakian was a graduate of the 18th Class at Camp Ritchie with a specialty in photo interpretation. George was a record producer and talent scout who was involved in practically every facet of the music business. He was an avid jazz fan and oversaw the jazz operations of Columbia Records RB George Avakian passed away November 22, 2017 at the age of 98.
Research notes
- PI 247 Phillipines see notes
Gallery
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From the archives of the New York Public Library's Digital Collection
Technical record
| Field | Imported value |
|---|---|
| Approx Age at Death | 98 |
| Class_ASN | 32171331 |
| Class_Name | AVAKIAN, George M. |
| match_method | asn_exact_name_exact |
| row_source | both |
Sources
- Camp Ritchie class roster (classes 1–31), merged research file
- NARA World War II Army enlistment records (where a NARA ASN is present)
- 1940 U.S. Census (where a census match is present)
- Ritchie Boys of WWII Facebook page, post dated 2017-11-29 (2 posts)