Daniel Donahue
Daniel J. Donahue (April 23, 1923 – March 20, 2015) was an American businessman who was the owner and president of the Atlanta Braves Major League Baseball club from 1973 until 1975.[1]
Born in Lowell, Massachusetts, Donahue was a graduate of Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, and then served with the United States Navy during World War II. Following his service, he received his law degree and was a venture capitalist involved in many aspects of the business world.[1]
In 1976, Donahue sold the franchise to millionaire tycoon Ted Turner.[1]
Donahue died in 2015 in Barrington, Illinois, at the age of 91.[1]
See also
[edit]- Atlanta Braves owners and executives
- Dick Donahue (brother)[2]
- Nancy Donahue (niece)[2]
- Joseph Donahue (nephew)[2]
Sources
[edit]- ^ a b c d "Daniel J. Donahue". Chicago Suburban Daily Herald – via Legacy.com.
- ^ a b c "Richard K. Donahue, of Lowell, top JFK aide". Boston Herald. 17 September 2015. Retrieved 27 May 2022.