Ralph Canine

1895–1969 (age 74)

Government Official

Biography

Ralph Canine, a founding figure of the U.S. Army Intelligence Corps, guided American military intelligence through pivotal early Cold War years and later served with distinction as director of the National Security Agency. His foresight helped shape the structure and mission of modern signals intelligence operations.

Canine rests at Arlington National Cemetery, a testament to his enduring contributions to national security.

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