James M. Cannon

1918–2011 (age 93)

Journalist

About James M. Cannon

James M. Cannon (1918–2011) lived to age 93. They were a journalist. Born in Sylacauga, they died in Arlington County. They are buried at Oak Hill Cemetery in District of Columbia.

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