About Thomas A. Davis
Lived 1873 – 1964 (aged 90). Thomas A. Davis was an American military personnel.
Colonel Thomas Alderson Davis (June 29, 1873 – February 12, 1964) was the founder of two military schools in the United States.
Early life and education Davis was born in Virginia and graduated from the University of Tennessee. Shortly after college he joined his father in the shoe business.
Military career During the Spanish–American War he served as a captain of the 6th US Volunteer Infantry, also known as the Sixth Immunes, which was mustered at Knoxville, Tennessee, and saw service in Puerto Rico.
Military academies In 1907 he founded the El Paso Military Academy in Texas. On November 23, 1910, he opened his second academy in Pacific Beach, California, the San Diego Army and Navy Academy. In 1921 he became officially known as colonel.
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Who was Thomas A. Davis?
US Army officer (1873–1964)
When was Thomas A. Davis born?
Thomas A. Davis was born on 29 June 1873 in Virginia.
When did Thomas A. Davis die?
Thomas A. Davis died on 12 February 1964.
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Thomas A. Davis was a military personnel.
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Thomas A. Davis was American.
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