Allen Hobbs
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Allen Hobbs (30 July 1899 – 23 November 1960) was a captain in the United States Navy. He was assigned as the governor of American Samoa from 8 February 1944 to 27 January 1945. In 1948, he was appointed as the Hydographer of the Navy, serving until 1953, when he retired.
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Allen Hobbs | |
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35th Hydrographer of the United States Navy | |
In office August 30, 1948 – 1950s | |
Governor of American Samoa | |
In office February 8, 1944 – January 27, 1945 | |
Preceded by | John Gould Moyer |
Succeeded by | Ralph Hungerford |
Personal details | |
Born | July 30, 1899 Lowell, Massachusetts |
Died | 23 November 1960(1960-11-23) (aged 61) National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland |
Occupation | Naval officer |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Rank | Captain |
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