Historical Military Figures

Portraits of military figures and dignitaries from past conflicts, showcasing their roles and contributions during significant events in military history.

America's New Army SecretaryThis is the newest picture of the Hon. Gordon Gray, appointed by President Harry S. Truman as Secretary of the Army in the United States administration. Mr. Gray has succeeded Mr. Kenneth Royall, who resigned. After Mr. Royall's resignation, Mr. Gray was appointed Under Secretary of the Army, having previously been Assistant Secretary of the Army. July 01, 1949. (Photo by Reuterphoto)
America's New Army SecretaryThis is the newest picture of the Hon. Gordon Gray, appointed by President Harry S. Truman as Secretary of the Army in the United States administration. Mr. Gray has succeeded Mr. Kenneth Royall, who resigned. After Mr. Royall's resignation, Mr. Gray was appointed Under Secretary of the Army, having previously been Assistant Secretary of the Army. July 01, 1949. (Photo by Reuterphoto)