In ancient rome, during times of turmoil, one leader with absolute power would be selected to rule temporarily. this leader was called a

Dictator

Explanation:

Dictator was the title of a magistrate of Ancient Rome appointed by the Roman senate to rule the state in time of emergencies. In the modern sense, it refers to an absolutist or autocratic ruler who solitarily assumes power over the state (although the term is not applied to absolutist monarchies).

Dictator was the highest extraordinary magistrate in the Roman Republic. He was also called Praetor Maximus and Magister Populi.

richard milhous nixon (january 9, 1913 – april 22, 1994) was the 37th president of the united states, serving from 1969 to 1974, when he became the only president to resign (quit). he is also known for corruption and the watergate scandal which resulted in the public losing trust in him and his resignation.

the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation.