Clarence S. Ridley
Clarence Self Ridley (June 22, 1883 – July 26, 1969) served as the governor of the Panama Canal Zone from 1936 to 1940.
Clarence Self Ridley | |
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Maj. Gen. Clarence S. Ridley | |
| 7th Governor of the Panama Canal Zone | |
| In office 1936–1940 | |
| Preceded by | Julian Larcombe Schley |
| Succeeded by | Glen Edgar Edgerton |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 22, 1883 Corydon, Indiana |
| Died | July 26, 1969 (aged 86) Carmel, California |
| Education | United States Military Academy |
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| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1905–1947 |
| Rank | Major General |
| Unit | United States Army Corps of Engineers |
| Commands | 6th Infantry Division |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Army Distinguished Service Medal |
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