Eugene Burdick | |
|---|---|
| Born | Eugene Leonard Burdick December 12, 1918 |
| Died | July 26, 1965 (aged 46) San Diego, California |
| Occupation(s) | Political scientist, writer |
| Spouse | Carol Burdick |
| Children | 3 |
| Writing career | |
| Notable works | The Ugly American, Fail-Safe, The 480 |
| Military career | |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1942-46 |
| Rank | Lieutenant commander |
| Battles / wars | World War II |
| Awards | Navy and Marine Corps Medal |
Eugene Leonard Burdick (December 12, 1918 – July 26, 1965) was an American political scientist, novelist, and non-fiction writer, co-author of The Ugly American (1958), Fail-Safe (1962), and author of The 480 (1965).[1]