John Elson Kirkpatrick

On the thirteenth of February in 1908, John Elson Kirkpatrick arrived into this world amidst Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was the youngest son to Dr. Elmer E. and Mrs. Helene Claudia (Spencer) Kirkpatrick; thus commencing his long-lasting legacy that would span generations thereafter. Having attended McKinley Elementary, Webster Junior High, Classen Junior High and later graduating from Oklahoma High School (now Central High School) in 1925 – John alongside his brother Elmer E., took part in a milestone moment – their entrance into the United States Military Academy at West Point… Together they wrote history & opened doors for others like no other.

Last update on January 3rd, 2023.

The Archive is made possible by the generous contributions of The Kirkpatrick Family Fund and The Oklahoma Historical Society. In this way, it proudly serves to honor the family’s legacy and all Oklahomans who have left an indelible mark on our great state and around the globe.

The Archive represents a collaboration between the Kirkpatrick Family Fund, the Oklahoma Historical Society, and countless Oklahomans who have made an indelible mark on our global society. It stands as an enduring testament to the power of their influence in history and beyond.

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