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Edward Hanson

U.S. Navy Vice admiral and Governor of American Samoa (1889-1959) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 70

Edward William Hanson was a United States Navy Vice admiral and the governor of American Samoa from June 26, 1938, to July 30, 1940. As Governor of American Samoa, Hanson believed that the native Samoans had a good way of life, and did little to interfere with established practices on the islands.

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Bronze Star Medal
Legionnaire of Legion of Merit
Navy Cross

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Country
United States
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1889 to 1959 · aged 70