Paul F. Gorman
United States Army general (1927–2026)
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Paul Francis Gorman (25 August 1927 – 19 January 2026) was a United States Army general who served as Commander in Chief, United States Southern Command (USCINCSO) from 1983 to 1985.
25 August 1927
United States ArmyPaul F. Gorman | |
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General Paul Francis Gorman, United States Army | |
| Born | Paul Francis Gorman 25 August 1927 Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Died | 19 January 2026 (aged 98) |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch | United States Army |
Service years | 1950–1985 |
Rank |  General |
| Commands | United States Southern Command |
Conflicts | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Silver Star Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Air Medal Army Commendation Medal Purple Heart Combat Infantryman Badge |
Early life
Gorman was born in Syracuse, New York on 25 August 1927.
Career
Gorman began his military service as an enlisted sailor in the United States Navy. He was appointed to the United States Military Academy, graduating in 1950.[1]
Later work
Gorman retired with his wife Ruth to their farm, Cardinal Point, in Afton, Virginia, and began raising cattle and wine grapes.[2] He also worked as a consultant for the Institute for Defense Analyses and the Defense Science Board, and served on three White House commissions: the Commission on Organized Crime, the Packard Commission on Defense Management, and the Commission on Long Term Integrated Strategy. Gorman was also an assistant professor for Research in the Department of Neurosurgery, University of Virginia's Health Sciences Center, dealing with issues about information technology and health care.[1] The Gormans had two sons and one daughter.[2]
Death
Gorman died on 19 January 2026, at the age of 98.[3]
Military awards
Gorman's military decorations include the following:[4]
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