Phillip C. DeLong
Phillip Cunliffe DeLong | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 9, 1919 Jackson, Michigan |
| Died | July 1, 2006 (aged 86) The Villages, Florida |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1942–1969 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | VMF-212 VMF-312 |
| Battles / wars | |
| Awards | Silver Star Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross (7) Air Medal (17) |
| Relations | Michael 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.