Alan Stephenson Boyd

First United States Secretary of Transportation

Alan Stephenson Boyd - First United States Secretary of Transportation
Born

July 20th, 1922
102 years ago

Died

2020
5 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the first United States Secretary of Transportation from 1967 to 1969. Prior to this role, held various positions within the legal and transportation sectors. Played a significant part in the establishment of the Department of Transportation. After leaving the cabinet, continued to influence transportation policies and practices in the private sector and through federal advisory roles.

First United States Secretary of Transportation

Established the Department of Transportation

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