Sam Church | |
|---|---|
| 13th President of the United Mine Workers | |
| In office 1979–1982 | |
| Preceded by | Arnold Miller |
| Succeeded by | Richard Trumka |
| Personal details | |
| Born | September 20, 1936 Matewan, West Virginia, U.S. |
| Died | July 14, 2009 (aged 72) Bristol, Virginia, U.S. |
| Occupation | Coal miner; Labor leader |
| Known for | President, United Mine Workers of America |
Samuel Morgan Church, Jr.[1] (September 20, 1936 – July 14, 2009[2]) was a coal miner and president of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) from 1979 to 1982.[3][4]
- ^ Hevesi, "Sam Church, Who Led United Mine Workers, Dies at 72," New York Times, July 15, 2009.
- ^ Hayes, "Former UMW President Sam Church Dies," Kingsport Times-News, July 14, 2009.
- ^ Franklin, "Arnold Miller is Dead at 62," New York Times, July 12, 1985.
- ^ "Former Miners President Sam Church Dies," United Press International, July 15, 2009.