James Forrestal

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James Vincent Forrestal
47th United States Secretary of the Navy
In office
May 19, 1944 – September 17, 1947
Preceded by Frank Knox
Succeeded by John L. Sullivan
1st United States Secretary of Defense
In office
September 17, 1947 – March 28, 1949
Preceded by (none)
Succeeded by Louis A. Johnson
Personal details
Born February 15, 1892(1892-02-15)
Matteawan, New York, U.S.
Died May 22, 1949 (aged 57)
Montgomery County, Maryland, U.S.
Political party Democratic
Spouse(s) Josephine Ogden Forrestal
Alma mater Dartmouth College
Princeton University
Profession Politician
Military service
Service/branch United States Navy
Rank Lieutenant Junior Grade
Battles/wars World War I

James Vincent Forrestal (February 15, 1892May 22, 1949) was a United States Secretary of the Navy and the first United States Secretary of Defense.