About John Shirk
Lived 1917 – 1993 (aged 76). John Shirk was an American american football player.
John Francis Shirk (June 24, 1917 – November 11, 1993) was an American professional football player who was an end and defensive end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Oklahoma Sooners and was selected 26th overall in the fourth round of the 1940 NFL draft. He played one season for the Chicago Cardinals. During World War II, he served as a captain in the field artillery. During the invasion of Salerno, he was captured and held in the German prisoner of war camp Oflag 64 in Poland.
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Who was John Shirk?
American football player (1917-1993)
When was John Shirk born?
John Shirk was born on 24 June 1917 in Oklahoma City.
When did John Shirk die?
John Shirk died on 8 November 1993 in Glendora.
What was John Shirk's occupation?
John Shirk was an american football player.
What nationality was John Shirk?
John Shirk was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Shirk. https://biography.guide/john-shirk/
MLA: "John Shirk." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-shirk/.
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