W. A. Boyle

W. A. Boyle

William Anthony "Tony" Boyle (December 1, 1904 - May 31, 1985) was president of the United Mine Workers of America union from 1963 to 1972.

Read more about W. A. Boyle:  Early Years, Marriage, Career, Presidency of UMWA, Yablonski Challenge and Murder, Overturned Election and Defeat, Convictions and Death, In Popular Culture

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