America’s defence secretary during Vietnam War dies

ROBERT S McNamara, the cerebral secretary of defence who was vilified for his role in escalating the Vietnam War, a role he later deeply regretted, has died.

He was 93.

McNamara died at his home, his wife Diana told reporters. She said he had been in failing health for some time.

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