Louis Johnson | |
|---|---|
 Johnson in 1949 | |
| 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 January 10, 1891 Roanoke, Virginia, United States |
| Died | April 24, 1966 (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 |
| Unit |
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| Battles | |
| Military awards | Legion of Honour |
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.
- ^ "Louis A. Johnson - Harry S. Truman Administration". Office of the Secretary of Defense – Historical Office.