Ralph Van Deman
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Ralph Henry Van Deman (September 3, 1865 – January 22, 1952) was a United States Army officer, sometimes described as "the father of American military intelligence."[3] He is in the Military Intelligence Hall of Fame.
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Ralph Henry Van Deman | |
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Born | (1865-09-03)September 3, 1865[lower-alpha 1] Delaware, Ohio |
Died | January 22, 1952(1952-01-22) (aged 86) San Diego, California |
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Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Army |
Years of service | 1891 – 1929 |
Rank | Major General |
Commands held | Military Intelligence Section 31st Infantry Regiment 6th Infantry Brigade 3rd Infantry Division |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War World War I |
Awards | Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit |
Alma mater | |
Other work | Consultant to War Department |
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