Phillip Davidson

Phillip B. Davidson Jr.
Born(1915-11-26)November 26, 1915
Hachita, New Mexico
DiedFebruary 7, 1996(1996-02-07) (aged 80)
Place of burial
AllegianceUnited States
Branch United States Army
Service years1939–1974
Rank Lieutenant General
ConflictsWorld War II
Korean War
Vietnam War
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star
Legion of Merit (3)
Bronze Star Medal
Purple Heart
Other workAuthor

Phillip Buford Davidson Jr. (November 26, 1915 – February 7, 1996) was an American lieutenant general who served in World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Davidson was also one of the two men who is credited for creating the modern Intelligence Cycle while serving as a staffer at United States Army Command and General Staff College, alongside Robert R. Glass.