John Brophy (labor)

John Brophy (18831963) was an important figure in the United Mine Workers of America (UWMA) in the 1920s and the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO) in the 1930s and 1940s. He was the last major challenger to John L. Lewis' power within the UMWA and, after Lewis hired him back, a key leader within the CIO.

John Brophy
BornNovember 6, 1883
DiedFebruary 19, 1963
OccupationLabor leader
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