Clay Shaw
American businessman (1913–1974) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is about the New Orleans businessman. For the Florida politician, see Clay Shaw (politician).
Clay LaVergne Shaw (March 17, 1913 – August 15, 1974)[1] was an American businessman, military officer, and part-time contact of the Domestic Contact Service (DCS) of the CIA. Shaw is best known for being the only person brought to trial for involvement in the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Shaw was acquitted in 1969 after less than one hour of jury deliberation, but some conspiracy theorists continue to speculate on his possible involvement.
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Born | Clay LaVergne Shaw (1913-03-17)March 17, 1913 Kentwood, Louisiana, U.S. |
Died | August 15, 1974(1974-08-15) (aged 61) New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
Education | Warren Easton High School |
Occupation(s) | Businessman and director of the International Trade Mart in New Orleans |
Military career | |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1941–1946 |
Rank | Major |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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