Gordon P. Merriam
American soldier and diplomat / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gordon Phelps Merriam (July 29, 1899 – February 16, 1999) was an American soldier and diplomat.
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The Honourable Gordon Phelps Merriam | |
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U.S. Ambassador to Iran | |
In office 1936–1937 | |
Preceded by | William H. Hornibrook |
Succeeded by | Cornelius Van Hemert Engert |
Personal details | |
Born | (1899-07-29)July 29, 1899 Lexington, Massachusetts |
Died | February 16, 1999(1999-02-16) (aged 99) South Bristol, Maine |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Rank | Second lieutenant |
Battles/wars | World War I |
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