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John Jordan

Photograph of John Jordan Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
John
Surname
Jordan
Occupation
Chief of Coast Guard, U.S. Aerial Mail Service

The Name John

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
God is gracious
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