Navy Secretary (Noun)
Meaning
Head of a former executive department; combined with the War Secretary to form the Defense Secretary in 1947.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The Navy Secretary was responsible for overseeing the United States Navy until the position was abolished in 1947.
- The Navy Secretary played a crucial role in shaping the country's naval policy during World War II.
- In 1947, the Navy Secretary and the War Secretary were combined to form the new position of Defense Secretary.
- The Navy Secretary was a member of the President's cabinet and reported directly to the President.
- The Navy Secretary was responsible for overseeing the construction of new naval vessels and the training of naval personnel.