Thomas S. Gates, Jr.
American diplomat (1906-1983) · United States · On the map · Politicians · Died at 76
Thomas Sovereign Gates Jr. was an American politician and diplomat who served as Secretary of Defense from 1959 to 1961 and Secretary of the Navy from 1957 to 1959, both under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. During his tenure as Secretary of Defense, he established a task force to set nuclear target priorities.
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He also authorized U-2 reconnaissance flights, including the flight of Francis Gary Powers.
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United States
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Politicians
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Public Official
Status
Deceased
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Lived 1906 to 1983 · aged 76
