Robert S. McNamara: A Life in Public Service

Conversations with History: Robert S. McNamara

Robert S. McNamara; former Secretary of Defense and former President of the World Bank
Abstract: 

Robert S. McNamara, former Secretary of Defense and former President of the World Bank reminisces with host Harry Kreisler about public service, the War in Vietnam, and the dangers of the superpower confrontation during the Cold War.
 

Key Words: Cold War, Vietnam War, Nuclear Weapons, Defense Department, Elberg Lecturers, Kennedy, U.S. Presidents, Presidents, RIP
Author: 
Robert S. McNamara
Publication date: 
May 14, 1996
Publication type: 
Conversations with History