Early Life and Education: - Born in Marine, Illinois on September 3, 1908 - Graduated from Washington University School of Dental Medicine - Established a private practice in Edwardsville, Illinois - Partnered with Leo B. Lundugan in an orthodontic practice - Served in the army during World War II as a captain, major, and colonel

Contributions and Achievements: - Director of the American Board of Orthodontics for 10 years - Awarded the Bronze Star and Army Commendation for his service in World War II - Co-wrote a textbook called 'Applied Orthodontics' with James E. McCoy - Authored a book on his hometown titled 'Marine, Illinois – An Historical Review' - Became a professor and chairman of the orthodontic department at Washington University

Awards and Recognition: - Recipient of the Bronze Star Medal - Received the Distinguished Service Scroll by the American Association of Orthodontists in 1983 - Served as the executive director of the American Board of Orthodontics in 1977 - Honored with the Albert H. Ketcham Award - Shepard Distinguished Service Award named after him by the American Association of Orthodontists

Legacy and Personal Life: - Earl Emanuel Shepard passed away on May 18, 1991, due to a cerebral hemorrhage - The American Association of Orthodontics has an award named after him - Married to Wilma A. Shwartz - Left a lasting impact on the field of orthodontics through his teaching and contributions

References and Additional Information: - Third World — Earl has gone home. (source: thirdworld.nl) - Shepard Distinguished Service Award. (source: www.americanboardortho.com) - Tribute article titled 'Mr. Abo, Dr. Earl E. Shepard—a special tribute' by David L. Turpin (source: American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics) - Authority control databases: ISNI, VIAF, IdRef - Note: This section also includes additional references that are not listed in the content.