Louis A. Johnson
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Louis Arthur Johnson (January 10, 1891 – April 24, 1966) was an American politician and attorney who served as the second United States Secretary of Defense from 1949 to 1950.[1] He was the Assistant Secretary of War from 1937 to 1940 and the 15th national commander of the American Legion from 1932 to 1933.
Quick Facts 2nd United States Secretary of Defense, President ...
Louis Johnson | |
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2nd United States Secretary of Defense | |
In office March 28, 1949 – September 19, 1950 | |
President | Harry S. Truman |
Preceded by | James Forrestal |
Succeeded by | George C. Marshall |
United States Assistant Secretary of War | |
In office 1937–1940 | |
President | Franklin D. Roosevelt |
Preceded by | Harry Hines Woodring |
Succeeded by | Robert P. Patterson |
15th National Commander of The American Legion | |
In office 1932–1933 | |
Preceded by | Henry Stevens |
Succeeded by | Edward A. Hayes |
Personal details | |
Born | Louis Arthur Johnson (1891-01-10)January 10, 1891 Roanoke, Virginia, United States |
Died | April 24, 1966(1966-04-24) (aged 75) Washington, D.C., United States |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse |
Ruth Maxwell (m. 1920) |
Children | 2 |
Education | University of Virginia (LLB) |
Civilian awards | Medal for Merit |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Army |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
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Battles | |
Military awards | Legion of Honour |
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