 The seal of the U.S. Department of War. | |
| Department overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | August 7, 1789 |
| Dissolved | September 18, 1947 |
Superseding agencies | |
| Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United States |
Department executive | |
Child Department | |
The seal of the U.S. Department of War. | |
| Department overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | August 7, 1789; 236 years ago (1789-08-07) |
| Dissolved | September 18, 1947; 78 years ago (1947-09-18) |
Superseding agencies | |
| Jurisdiction | Federal government of the United States |
Department executive | |
Child Department | |