Joe Biden
Joe Biden
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Early Life and Education

This timeline covers Joe Biden's early life, education, and the formative years that shaped his future.
Birth
November 20, 1942
Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Family Move to Delaware
1955
At the age of 13, Biden's family moved to Mayfield, Delaware, a rapidly growing middle-class community.
Graduation from Archmere Academy
1961
Biden graduated from Archmere Academy, where he was class president in his junior and senior years and a standout receiver on the football team.
First Marriage
1966
On August 27, 1966, Biden married Neilia Hunter.
Graduation from Syracuse University College of Law
1968
Biden earned a Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law, ranking 76th in his class of 85.