Clark Daniel Stearns
Clark Daniel Stearns (January 15, 1870 – May 25, 1944) was the Naval Governor of American Samoa. Stearns commanded various vessels, on which he set up organized committees for the crew to give suggestions to the officers. He hoped to alleviate tensions between the enlisted men and officers. However, upon his appointment to the battleship USS Michigan (BB-27), he was removed from command of these activities.
Clark Daniel Stearns | |
|---|---|
| Governor of American Samoa | |
| In office July 14, 1913 – October 2, 1914 | |
| Preceded by | Nathan Woodworth Post |
| Succeeded by | Nathan Woodworth Post |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 15, 1870 Miami-Dade County, Florida |
| Died | May 25, 1944 (aged 74) |
| Alma mater | United States Naval Academy |
| Occupation | Naval officer |
| Awards | Navy Distinguished Service Medal |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Captain |
| Commands | USS Roanoke USS Michigan (BB-27) |
Stearns relieved Nathan Woodworth Post as Governor of American Samoa on July 14, 1913, and helped the Samoans achieve more involvement in government. He received a medal from the Japanese Red Cross, as well as the Navy Distinguished Service Medal during his career. He retired at the rank of Captain.
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