Listed In: Military Leaders
Birthdate: March 3, 1895
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Hampton, Virginia, United States
Died: July 26, 1993
Matthew Bunker Ridgway was a highly regarded senior officer in the United States Army. He held important positions such as Supreme Allied Commander Europe and the 19th Chief of Staff of the Army. Ridgway made significant contributions during World War II by leading the 82nd Airborne Division and XVIII Airborne Corps. His leadership skills were particularly praised during the Korean War, where he played a crucial role in re-energizing the UN war effort. Ridgway’s advice also influenced President Eisenhower to steer clear of direct military involvement in the First Indochina War. In recognition of his remarkable achievements, Ridgway was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
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