Daniel J. Tobin
Daniel Joseph Tobin (April 1875 - November 14, 1955) was an American labor leader and president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT, or "the Teamsters") from 1907 to 1952. From 1917 to 1928, he was secretary-treasurer of the American Federation of Labor. He served on the federation's Executive Council beginning in 1934, and served until his resignation in 1952.
Read more about Daniel J. Tobin: Early Life, Election As Teamster President, Teamster Presidency, 1907-1931, Teamster Presidency, 1931-1952, Retirement and Death
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