Nationality American Died 22 May 1970 | Occupation Miner; Labor leader | |
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Born March 15, 1882 ( 1882-03-15 ) Known for President, United Mine Workers of America | ||
Charles Francis "Frank" Keeney Jr. (March 15, 1882 - May 22, 1970) was a union organizer during the West Virginia Coal Wars. He served as a rank and file leader during the Paint Creek-Cabin Creek strike of 1912-1913, and became president of United Mine Workers District 17 from his election in 1916 to 1924, where he played a leadership role during the strike of 1920-1921, leading up to the Battle of Blair Mountain.
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