Ralph Austin Bard
Financier and 2nd Under Secretary of the Navy
Born
July 29th, 1884
141 years ago
Died
1975
50 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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A financier and politician served as the 2nd Under Secretary of the Navy from 1940 to 1941. During the naval expansion prior to World War II, contributed to the mobilization efforts and modernizing the U.S. Navy. Played a crucial role in supporting naval contracts and procurement processes. After leaving office, continued involvement in various financial and industry-related positions.
Served as the 2nd Under Secretary of the Navy
Contributed to U.S. Navy's mobilization efforts
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