Robert S. McNamara

Robert S. McNamara was an influential American politician and businessman, best known for his role as the Secretary of Defense during the Vietnam War under Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson. He played a key role in shaping U.S. military strategy and policy during this contentious period. Before his government service, McNamara was president of Ford Motor Company and an innovator in management practices. After leaving the Pentagon, he served as the president of the World Bank, focusing on global development and poverty reduction until 1981. His legacy is complex, marked by both strategic advancements and controversies.