Robert McNamara

U.S. Secretary of Defense during Vietnam War

Robert McNamara - U.S. Secretary of Defense during Vietnam War
Born

June 9th, 1916
108 years ago

Died

July 6th, 2009
15 years ago — 93 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 8th United States Secretary of Defense from 1961 to 1968 under Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. Contributed to the escalation of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War through various military strategies and policy decisions. Prior to this role, held positions at Ford Motor Company and played a key role in modernizing its operations. After leaving government, became president of the World Bank from 1968 to 1981, focusing on addressing global poverty and development issues.

Oversaw U.S. military strategy during Vietnam War

Served as president of the World Bank

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