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Study Guide: Biographical Profile: George Herbert Walker Jr.

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Biographical Profile: George Herbert Walker Jr. Study Guide

Biographical Overview and Early Life

George Herbert Walker Jr.'s lifespan extended from November 24, 1905, to November 29, 1977.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was born on November 24, 1905, and passed away on November 29, 1977.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. pursued his higher education at Harvard University.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. completed his university education at Yale University, not Harvard.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the Skull and Bones society at Yale, alongside his nephew George W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: While George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the Skull and Bones society at Yale, his great-nephew George W. Bush was also a member, but the source does not indicate they were contemporaries or members 'alongside' each other in that manner. His membership was noted in 1927.

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George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother was Lucretia (Wear) Walker, who lived from 1874 to 1961.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother was indeed Lucretia "Loulie" (Wear) Walker, and her lifespan was from 1874 to 1961.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. had one elder sister named Dorothy Walker Bush and a younger brother named Prescott Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. had elder sisters named Nancy Walker and Dorothy Walker Bush. Prescott Bush was his brother-in-law, married to Dorothy Walker Bush, not his brother.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was 72 years old at the time of his death.

Answer: True

Explanation: Born in 1905 and passing away in 1977, George Herbert Walker Jr. was indeed 72 years old at the time of his death.

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George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father, George Herbert Walker, was a prominent lawyer.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father, George Herbert Walker, was described as a wealthy American businessman, not primarily as a lawyer.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the Skull and Bones society at Yale in 1927.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source indicates that George Herbert Walker Jr. became a member of the Skull and Bones society at Yale University in 1927.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. had two brothers, Dr. John Mercer Walker Sr. and Louis Walker.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. had two brothers, identified as Dr. John Mercer Walker Sr. and Louis Walker.

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The concise description for George Herbert Walker Jr. at the beginning of the article identifies him as an American businessman (1905-1977).

Answer: False

Explanation: The concise description provided for George Herbert Walker Jr. identifies him as an American baseball team owner (1905-1977), not solely as a businessman.

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The image accompanying the source material is a photograph of George Herbert Walker Jr.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source material includes an image that is identified as a framed photograph of George Herbert Walker Jr.

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George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother's maiden name was Walker.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother's maiden name was Wear; her full name was Lucretia "Loulie" (Wear) Walker.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. had two elder sisters, Nancy Walker and Dorothy Walker Bush.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source confirms that George Herbert Walker Jr. had two elder sisters: Nancy Walker and Dorothy Walker Bush.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the grandson of James H. Wear.

Answer: True

Explanation: James H. Wear was the father of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother, Lucretia "Loulie" (Wear) Walker, making him George Herbert Walker Jr.'s maternal grandfather.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the Skull and Bones society, as were his father and his nephew George H. W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the Skull and Bones society. While his nephew George H. W. Bush and great-nephew George W. Bush were also members, the source does not indicate that his father was a member.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was born on which date?

Answer: November 24, 1905

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was born on November 24, 1905.

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At which institution did George Herbert Walker Jr. complete his higher education?

Answer: Yale University

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. completed his university education at Yale University, where he was also a member of the Skull and Bones society.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of which secret society at Yale University?

Answer: Skull and Bones

Explanation: During his time at Yale University, George Herbert Walker Jr. was a member of the clandestine society known as Skull and Bones.

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What was the age of George Herbert Walker Jr. when he died?

Answer: 72 years old

Explanation: Having been born in 1905 and passing away in 1977, George Herbert Walker Jr. was 72 years old at the time of his death.

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Who was George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father?

Answer: George Herbert Walker

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father was George Herbert Walker, a prominent American businessman.

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Which of the following was an elder sister of George Herbert Walker Jr.?

Answer: Nancy Walker

Explanation: Nancy Walker was one of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s elder sisters.

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What was the profession of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father?

Answer: Businessman

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s father, George Herbert Walker, was identified as a wealthy American businessman.

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What is the significance of November 29, 1977, for George Herbert Walker Jr.?

Answer: His date of death

Explanation: November 29, 1977, marks the date of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s death.

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What was the maiden name of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother?

Answer: Wear

Explanation: The maiden name of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother was Wear.

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Which of the following family members was NOT a member of the Skull and Bones society according to the source?

Answer: George Herbert Walker (father)

Explanation: According to the provided source material, George Herbert Walker Jr., Prescott Bush, George H. W. Bush, and George W. Bush were members of the Skull and Bones society, but his father, George Herbert Walker, is not listed as a member.

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What is the concise description provided for George Herbert Walker Jr. at the beginning of the article?

Answer: American baseball team owner (1905-1977)

Explanation: The concise description provided for George Herbert Walker Jr. at the beginning of the article identifies him as an American baseball team owner (1905-1977).

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the brother of which two individuals?

Answer: Dr. John Mercer Walker Sr. and Louis Walker

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. had two brothers named Dr. John Mercer Walker Sr. and Louis Walker.

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What was the lifespan of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother, Lucretia 'Loulie' (Wear) Walker?

Answer: 1874-1961

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s mother, Lucretia "Loulie" (Wear) Walker, lived from 1874 to 1961.

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According to the source, James H. Wear held what relationship to George Herbert Walker Jr.?

Answer: Maternal Grandfather

Explanation: James H. Wear was George Herbert Walker Jr.'s maternal grandfather, being the father of his mother, Lucretia "Loulie" (Wear) Walker.

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The source mentions a book titled 'The 100 Greatest Moments in St. Louis Sports' by which author?

Answer: Bob Broeg

Explanation: The source material references the book 'The 100 Greatest Moments in St. Louis Sports' authored by Bob Broeg.

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Family Connections and Legacy

George Herbert Walker Jr. was the father of President George H. W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was the uncle of President George H. W. Bush, not his father. His son, George Herbert Walker III, also held public office.

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George Herbert Walker III, son of George Herbert Walker Jr., served as the United States Ambassador to France.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker III, son of George Herbert Walker Jr., served as the United States Ambassador to Hungary, not France.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the great-nephew of President George H. W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was the uncle of President George H. W. Bush, not his great-nephew.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the maternal grandfather of George H. W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was the uncle of George H. W. Bush, not his maternal grandfather.

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George Herbert Walker Jr.'s sister, Dorothy Walker Bush, was married to Prescott Bush.

Answer: True

Explanation: Dorothy Walker Bush, the sister of George Herbert Walker Jr., was indeed married to Prescott Bush.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the great-nephew of George W. Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: While George Herbert Walker Jr. had significant familial connections to the Bush family, the specific relationship described as being the great-nephew of George W. Bush is not explicitly supported by the provided details in this manner. He was, however, the uncle of George H. W. Bush.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the nephew of Prescott Bush.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. and Prescott Bush were brothers-in-law, as Prescott Bush was married to George Herbert Walker Jr.'s sister, Dorothy Walker Bush.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the father of George Herbert Walker III.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker III, who served as the United States Ambassador to Hungary, was the son of George Herbert Walker Jr.

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Which US President was George Herbert Walker Jr. the uncle of?

Answer: George H. W. Bush

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was the uncle of George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the great-nephew of which US President?

Answer: George W. Bush

Explanation: According to the provided information, George Herbert Walker Jr. was the great-nephew of President George W. Bush.

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What was the name of George Herbert Walker Jr.'s son who served as a US Ambassador?

Answer: George Herbert Walker III

Explanation: George Herbert Walker III, the son of George Herbert Walker Jr., served as the United States Ambassador to Hungary.

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To which country did George Herbert Walker III serve as the United States Ambassador?

Answer: Hungary

Explanation: George Herbert Walker III, son of George Herbert Walker Jr., served as the United States Ambassador to Hungary.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was the brother-in-law of which prominent figure?

Answer: Prescott Bush

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was the brother-in-law of Prescott Bush, who was married to George Herbert Walker Jr.'s sister, Dorothy Walker Bush.

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What is the relationship between George Herbert Walker Jr. and George Herbert Walker IV?

Answer: Grandfather

Explanation: George Herbert Walker IV is the grandson of George Herbert Walker Jr.

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Business and Sports Ventures

George Herbert Walker Jr.'s primary professional identity was that of a diplomat.

Answer: False

Explanation: The provided information identifies George Herbert Walker Jr. primarily as a businessman and sports team owner, not as a diplomat.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. co-founded the New York Mets baseball team in 1960 with Joan Whitney Payson.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was indeed a co-founder and original owner of the New York Mets baseball team in 1960, partnering with Joan Whitney Payson.

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The New York Mets commenced their competitive play in the same year they were co-founded, 1960.

Answer: False

Explanation: The New York Mets were co-founded in 1960 but commenced their competitive playing career in 1962.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. was an original owner of the Boston Red Sox.

Answer: False

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was an original owner of the New York Mets, not the Boston Red Sox.

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What was the principal professional occupation of George Herbert Walker Jr.?

Answer: Businessman and sports team owner

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr.'s primary professional roles included being a businessman and a sports team owner, notably with the New York Mets.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. played a pivotal role in the establishment of which professional sports franchise?

Answer: The New York Mets

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. played a significant role as an original owner in the founding of the New York Mets professional baseball team.

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With whom did George Herbert Walker Jr. co-found the New York Mets in 1960?

Answer: Joan Whitney Payson

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. co-founded the New York Mets in 1960 alongside Joan Whitney Payson.

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When did the New York Mets commence their playing career?

Answer: 1962

Explanation: The New York Mets, co-founded by George Herbert Walker Jr., began their competitive playing career in 1962.

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Which publication is cited regarding the founding of the New York Mets?

Answer: Sports Illustrated

Explanation: The founding of the New York Mets, involving George Herbert Walker Jr., is referenced in an article from Sports Illustrated.

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Personal Life and Marital Details

George Herbert Walker Jr. was married to Mary Carter, with whom he had three children.

Answer: True

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was married to Mary Carter, and they had three children together.

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George Herbert Walker Jr. married Mary Carter on October 29, 1927.

Answer: True

Explanation: The marriage date of George Herbert Walker Jr. and Mary Carter is recorded as October 29, 1927.

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George Herbert Walker Jr.'s wife, Mary Carter, was born in 1905 and died in 1998.

Answer: True

Explanation: Mary Carter, the wife of George Herbert Walker Jr., was born in 1905 and passed away in 1998.

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Who was George Herbert Walker Jr.'s wife?

Answer: Mary Carter

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. was married to Mary Carter.

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In what year did George Herbert Walker Jr. and Mary Carter get married?

Answer: 1927

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. married Mary Carter in the year 1927.

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How many children did George Herbert Walker Jr. and his wife Mary Carter have together?

Answer: Three

Explanation: George Herbert Walker Jr. and his wife Mary Carter had three children together.

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