Clarence C. Clendenen
American historian
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Clarence Clemens Clendenen (June 8, 1899 – November 19, 1977) was an American historian.[1] He won the 1960 Beveridge Award from the American Historical Association for The United States and Pancho Villa.[2]
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BornJune 8, 1899
DiedNovember 19, 1977 (aged 78)
Alhambra, California, U.S.
Resting place
Golden Gate National CemeteryClarence C. Clendenen | |
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At West Point in 1920 | |
| Born | June 8, 1899 |
| Died | November 19, 1977 (aged 78) Alhambra, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Golden Gate National Cemetery |
| Education | Lincoln High School United States Military Academy Michigan State University Stanford University |
| Occupation | Historian |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Cromwell Zeller |
| Military career | |
Branch | United States Army |
Service years | 1920-1954 |
Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | United States Cavalry |
Biography
Clarence C. Clendenen was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on June 8, 1899.[1]
He graduated from the United States Military Academy in 1920.[1][3] He served in the United States Army from 1920 to 1954, retiring at the rank of colonel.[1]
He died in Alhambra, California on November 19, 1977, and was buried at Golden Gate National Cemetery.[1]
Published works
- The United States and Pancho Villa (1960).
- Blood On The Border (1969).
