Swami Muktananda (Baba)

Timeline 1908-1982
Nationality Indian
Disciple of Bhagavan Nityananda
Lineage initiations Was given land by Bhagavan Nityananda and instructed to teach.
Non-lineage initiations

Initiated as a swami by Siddharudh Swami.

Main ashrams Ganeshpuri, India and South Fallsburg, New York, USA.
Organisation Siddha Yoga
In a nutshell Tremendously influential disciple of Bhagavan Nityananda. Spread the teachings in the West and initiated thousands of people. Considered by his followers to be a successor of Bhagavan Nityananda. He had many students and initiated many swamis. Many of his followers continue the tradition. Also, he is one of the major modern exponents and promulgators of the yogic philosophy of Kashmir Shaivism. See:
Publications

... and many more.

Links Video of Baba Muktananda in America in 1970
Photo:

Baba Muktananda (left)
with Bhagavan Nityananda