Charles Erwin Wilson
American secretary of Defence (1890-1961) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 71
Charles Erwin Wilson was an American engineer and businessman who served as United States Secretary of Defense from 1953 to 1957 under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Known as "Engine Charlie", he was previously the president and chief executive officer of General Motors.
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In the wake of the Korean War, he cut the defense budget significantly.
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United States
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Politician
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Deceased
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Lived 1890 to 1961 · aged 71
