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Matthew B. Ridgway (1895 - 1993) was an American general who served during World War II. He was born on March 3, 1895 in Fort Monroe, Virginia and died July 26, 1993. Ridgway is most remembered for his service leading American forces in Korea following World War II, but is also notable for taking command of the 82nd Airborne Division.

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  • Matthew B. Ridgway (1895 - 1993) was an American general who served during World War II. He was born on March 3, 1895 in Fort Monroe, Virginia and died July 26, 1993. Ridgway is most remembered for his service leading American forces in Korea following World War II, but is also notable for taking command of the 82nd Airborne Division.
  • Matthew Bunker Ridgway (March 3, 1895 – July 26, 1993) was a United States Army General. He held several major commands and was most famous for resurrecting the United Nations (U.N.) war effort during the Korean War. Several historians have credited Ridgway for turning the war around in favor of the UN side. His long and prestigious military career was recognized by the award of the Presidential Medal of Freedom on May 12, 1986 by President Ronald Reagan, who stated that "Heroes come when they're needed; great men step forward when courage seems in short supply."
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