Evan Griffith Galbraith was a prominent American businessman, diplomat, and public servant. He is best known for his tenure as the United States Ambassador to France from 1981 to 1985, appointed by President Ronald Reagan. Before and after his diplomatic service, Galbraith had a successful career in investment banking, notably with Morgan Stanley and Dillon, Read & Co. He also served as Secretary of Defense Representative to Europe and was a close advisor to several Republican administrations.