Jay Johnson Morrow facts for kids
Jay Johnson Morrow was an important American engineer and military leader. He served as a top engineer during World War I. He also became the Governor of the Panama Canal Zone. He was born on February 20, 1870, and passed away on April 16, 1937.
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Jay Johnson Morrow
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Gov. J.J. Morrow of Canal Zone
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| 3rd Governor of the Panama Canal Zone | |
| In office 1921–1924 |
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| Preceded by | Chester Harding |
| Succeeded by | Meriwether Lewis Walker |
| Engineer Commissioner of the District of Columbia | |
| In office May 2, 1907 – December 21, 1908 |
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| Preceded by | John Biddle |
| Succeeded by | Spencer Cosby |
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| Born | February 20, 1870 Fairview, West Virginia |
| Died | April 16, 1937 (aged 67) Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone |
| Spouse | Harriet McMullen Butler |
| Profession | military, engineer, politician |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1891- |
| Rank |  Brigadier general |
| Commands | Chief Engineer of the United States First Army and as Deputy Chief Engineer of the American Expeditionary Force |
| Battles/wars | |
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Early Life and Family Connections
Jay Johnson Morrow was born on February 20, 1870. His hometown was Fairview, West Virginia. He came from a family with interesting connections.
His brother was Dwight Morrow, who became a U.S. Senator. Dwight Morrow was also a diplomat. Jay's niece was Anne Morrow Lindbergh. She was a famous writer and aviator.
Military Career and Engineering Roles
Jay Johnson Morrow had a long career in the military. He was also a skilled engineer.
Training and Early Assignments
He studied at the United States Military Academy at West Point. He graduated from this famous school in 1891. After graduating, he joined the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This group handles military engineering projects.
From 1895 to 1896, he taught military engineering. He worked as an instructor at the United States Military Academy.
Service in the Philippines and Washington, D.C.
Morrow served as a military governor. He was in charge of the Philippine Province of Zamboanga. This was from 1901 to 1902.
Later, he worked in Washington, D.C. He was an Engineering Commissioner there. This role lasted from 1907 to 1909.
World War I and Panama Canal
During World War I, Morrow played a big role. He was the Chief Engineer for the First United States Army. He also served as the Deputy Chief Engineer for the American Expeditionary Force. This force was made up of American soldiers fighting overseas.
After the war, he became the Governor of the Panama Canal Zone. He held this important position from 1921 to 1924. The Panama Canal is a vital waterway.
Personal Life
Morrow married Harriet McMullen Butler. Their wedding was on October 15, 1895. Harriet's father was Brigadier General John Gazzam Butler.
Jay and Harriet Morrow lived in Englewood, New Jersey. Harriet passed away in 1935.
Later Life and Legacy
Jay Johnson Morrow died on April 16, 1937. His ashes were scattered over the Chagres River. This river is important because it feeds into the Panama Canal.
External Links
- Panama Canal Authority biography
