Phillip C. DeLong

Phillip Cunliffe DeLong
BornJuly 9, 1919
Jackson, Michigan
DiedJuly 1, 2006(2006-07-01) (aged 86)
The Villages, Florida
Allegiance United States of America
Service / branch United States Marine Corps
Years of service1942–1969
Rank Colonel
UnitVMF-212
VMF-312
Battles / wars
AwardsSilver Star
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross (7)
Air Medal (17)
RelationsMichael P. DeLong (son)

Phillip Cunliffe DeLong (July 9, 1919 – July 1, 2006) was a highly decorated United States Marine Corps officer. He was a flying ace credited with shooting down over 11 enemy aircraft during World War II and two more during the Korean War.