Collett E. Woolman

Businessman, co-founder of Delta Air Lines

Collett E. Woolman - Businessman, co-founder of Delta Air Lines
Born

1889
136 years ago

Died

September 11th, 1966
59 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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An American businessman co-founded Delta Air Lines in 1925. Played a significant role in the expansion and modernization of the airline industry. Served as the President of Delta Air Lines and was instrumental in introducing innovations in air travel and customer service. Led Delta through challenging economic periods and transformed it into a major national airline.

Co-founded Delta Air Lines

Served as President of Delta Air Lines

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