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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