CHARLES ERWIN WILSON


Charles Erwin Wilson
Charles Erwin Wilson
  • Born: July 18, 1890
  • Died: September 26, 1961
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Businessman

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. In the wake of the Korean War, he cut the defense budget significantly.