Clyde Jennings (March 28, 1916 – May 17, 2006), of Florida, was a prominent figure in philately with his colorful speeches, writings, and personality, as well as his leadership.
His collection was so significant that it won numerous gold awards at national and international philatelic shows.
He encouraged stamp collecting by juniors, and served as mentor to collectors both young and old.
His knowledge of philately was extensive, and he was assigned by the American Philatelic Society to serve on juries of their stamp shows.
Clyde Jennings received the Southeast Pennsylvania and Delaware (SEPAD) National Merit Award in 1989 and the John N. Luff Award for Exceptional Contributions to Philately in 1988.