U.S. Assistant Secretary of War

The U.S. Assistant Secretary of War was a government official responsible for helping manage the Department of War, which was in charge of the U.S. Army before the creation of the Department of Defense. This role involved overseeing military policies, budgets, and organization, and acting as a key advisor to the Secretary of War. The position existed until 1947, when military responsibilities were consolidated under the Department of Defense, and the role was replaced by other senior military and civilian officials in the new structure.