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Bennie L. Davis

1928 – 2012

United States Air Force general

Military officer
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About Bennie L. Davis

Lived 1928 – 2012 (aged 84). Bennie L. Davis was an American military officer.

Bennie Luke Davis (May 12, 1928 – September 23, 2012) was a United States Air Force General and pilot who served as the commander-in-chief of Strategic Air Command, and the director of Joint Strategic Target Planning Staff at the height of the Cold War. The command was the major American nuclear deterrent force with bombers, tankers, reconnaissance aircraft and intercontinental ballistic missiles. The Joint Strategic Target Planning Staff coordinated and developed the Single Integrated Operational Plan.

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Important facts

Born
12 May 1928, McAlester
Birth century
20th century
Died
23 September 2012, Georgetown
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
United States
Education
Harvard Business School, Harvard University, George Washington University, United States Military Academy
Awards
Distinguished Flying Cross; Bronze Star Medal; Legionnaire of Legion of Merit; Air Medal; Silver Star; Commendation Medal; Distinguished Flying Cross (United States); Legion of Merit
Also known as
Bennie Luke Davis

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Bennie L. Davis?

United States Air Force general

When was Bennie L. Davis born?

Bennie L. Davis was born on 12 May 1928 in McAlester.

When did Bennie L. Davis die?

Bennie L. Davis died on 23 September 2012 in Georgetown.

What was Bennie L. Davis's occupation?

Bennie L. Davis was a military officer.

What nationality was Bennie L. Davis?

Bennie L. Davis was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Bennie L. Davis

· Wikidata: Q4889816

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