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James McEntee

1884 – 1957

American labor leader

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Lived 1884 – 1957 (aged 73). James McEntee was an American machinist, trade unionist and labor leader.

James Joseph McEntee (19 September 1884 – 13 October 1957) was an American machinist and labor leader who served as the second director of the Civilian Conservation Corps from 26 February 1940 until it was terminated in 1942.

Life and career Left to right: William Green, Paul V. McNutt and James McEntee (March 7, 1940).McEntee was born in Jersey City, New Jersey and trained in New York as an apprentice toolmaker. In 1911, he met machinist Robert Fechner and they became close friends and leaders in the International Association of Machinists. When Fechner was named the first director of CCC, he brought on McEntee as executive assistant director. McEntee was nominated as Director by President Franklin Roosevelt following the death of Fechner. The CCC grew under McEntee. The start of U.S. involvement in World War II led to a rapid conversion into part of the war effort.

McEntee returned to work for the International Association of Machinists. He died in Jersey City, New Jersey.

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Machinist, trade unionist, Labor leader
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James Joseph McEntee

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Frequently asked questions

Who was James McEntee?

American labor leader (1884-1957)

When was James McEntee born?

James McEntee was born on 19 September 1884 in Jersey City.

When did James McEntee die?

James McEntee died on 13 October 1957 in Jersey City, New Jersey.

What was James McEntee's occupation?

James McEntee was a machinist, trade unionist and labor leader.

What nationality was James McEntee?

James McEntee was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: James McEntee

· Wikidata: Q15999001

· DBpedia: James McEntee (labor leader)

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