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Michael Arthur Ledeen, born August 1, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, passed away on May 18, 2025, at 83.

He was a classic of his kind, a not quite modern man who built his own Heathkit computer to help him understand how the machine worked and yet was addicted to the pleasures of fountain pens.

A renowned historian, author, and foreign policy analyst, Michael’s intellect and wit shaped global discourse on democracy and freedom. He …

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It is with profound sorrow and a deep sense of gratitude that I mourn the passing of my dear friend, Michael Ledeen. He…

It is with profound sorrow and a deep sense of gratitude that I mourn the passing of my dear friend…

It is with profound sorrow and a deep sense of gratitude that I …

My friend since November 1979, I have many great Michael Ledeen memories. A favorite was when we visited our friend, Se…
My friend since November 1979, I have many great Michael Ledeen memories. A favorite was when we vi…
My friend since November 1979, I have many great Michael Ledeen …
My condolences to Michael's family. I first met Michael in 2004 when I was a student at Rockhurst University and he gav…
My condolences to Michael's family. I first met Michael in 2004 when I was a student at Rockhurst U…
My condolences to Michael's family. I first met Michael in 2004 …

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August 1st, 1941
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Passed away

May 18th, 2025
Chevy Chase, MD

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