Ivan Wettengel
Ivan Cyrus Wettengel (1876 – February 19, 1935) was a United States Navy captain who served as the 25th Naval Governor of Guam. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Wettengel commanded a number of ships. He received the Navy Cross for his command of USS Wisconsin during World War I. He also commanded USS Texas and the Naval Training Station Hampton Roads. During his tenure as governor, he overturned many of the unpopular policies of William Gilmer. He also attempted to assemble a bull-mounted Guam Cavalry, but the initiative failed. A number of locations in Guam are named in his honor.
Ivan Cyrus Wettengel | |
|---|---|
| 25th Naval Governor of Guam | |
| In office July 7, 1920 – February 27, 1921 | |
| Preceded by | William Gilmer |
| Succeeded by | James Sutherland Spore |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1876 Illinois |
| Died | February 19, 1935 (aged 58–59) San Diego, California |
| Nationality | United States |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Syme Wettengel (1st Wife), Janet Buchanan Wettengel (2nd Wife) |
| Alma mater | United States Naval Academy |
| Awards | Navy Cross |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Captain |
| Commands | USS Mindoro USS Wisconsin USS Texas Naval Training Station Hampton Roads |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
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