Secretary of Defense under Kennedy (1916–2009). Souvenir typescript of McNamara’s statement on the Cuban Missile Crisis, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint. In part: “There was a lot of discussion about what particular course of action to take but there was never any real disagreement. We considered everything from a diplomatic note to a full-scale invasion of Cuba.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.