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Philip G. Van Zandt

Philip G. Van Zandt was a prominent American military officer and academic born in 1886. He served as a professor and commander at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and later became a retired brigadier general. He was known for his leadership during World War I and his role in military education. After retiring from active service, Van Zandt contributed to military training and wrote about military strategy. His career helped shape the training of future American officers, balancing practical combat experience with academic instruction.