William B. Franke
William Franke | |
|---|---|
| 55th United States Secretary of the Navy | |
| In office June 8, 1959 – January 19, 1961 | |
| President | Dwight D. Eisenhower |
| Preceded by | Thomas S. Gates Jr. |
| Succeeded by | John Connally |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 15, 1894 Troy, New York, U.S. |
| Died | June 30, 1979 (aged 85) Rutland, Vermont, U.S. |
| Resting place | Fairview Cemetery, Benson, Vermont |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | Pace University (BS) |
| Occupation | Accountant Business executive Government administrator |
William Birrell Franke (April 15, 1894 – June 30, 1979) was an American businessman and government official. He was best known for his service as United States Secretary of the Navy from 1959 to 1961 under Dwight D. Eisenhower.