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He would have been around 17. That's reasonable, given that many/most didn't get an SSN back then until they started working.

• pbarnes_1 9y ago
  The SSA sends you one at birth (now?).
  • Casseres 9y ago
    If someone applies for it on the baby's behalf. It's still an optional program as far as I know. If you don't have a SSN, you'll need an ITIN for taxes. (ITIN - Individual Taxpayer Identification Number)