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Donald Rumsfeld - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 09, 1932 |
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| Died | June 29, 2021 (age 88) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Donald Rumsfeld's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Serving as the U.S. Secretary of Defense under Presidents Gerald Ford and George W. Bush; architect of U.S. military strategy in Afghanistan and Iraq after 9/11. |
Intro
Donald Rumsfeld was an American politician and businessman who twice served as the United States Secretary of Defense, under Presidents Gerald Ford and George W. Bush. He was also a congressman, White House Chief of Staff, and CEO of several companies, making him an influential figure in American politics for decades.
Early Life & Background
Rumsfeld grew up in Evanston, Illinois, and later attended Princeton University, graduating in 1954. He served as a Navy pilot before beginning his political career.
Career Highlights
- Served as U.S. Secretary of Defense (1975–1977, 2001–2006)
- White House Chief of Staff under President Gerald Ford (1974–1975)
- U.S. Representative from Illinois (1963–1969)
- NATO Ambassador (1973–1974)
- CEO of pharmaceutical and technology companies between government service
Trivia
- He is both the youngest (at age 43) and the second-oldest (at age 74) person to serve as Secretary of Defense.
- Rumsfeld played a central role in planning the U.S. response to the September 11, 2001 attacks.
- He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1977.
FAQs
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When was Donald Rumsfeld born?
Donald Rumsfeld was born the 9 July 1932.
Where is Donald Rumsfeld from?
Chicago, Illinois, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About July 9th, 1932, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 9, 1932, the Lausanne Conference concluded with an agreement to cancel Germany's reparations obligations from World War I. The conference aimed to stabilize the German economy and address the financial burdens imposed by the Treaty of Versailles.
- Day of the week: July 9th, 1932 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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